Vega Tools Torx precision screwdrivers?

[Kuma601]

Looking for some modest Torx precision screwdrivers for occasional use. I usually go to Wiha since I've had good performance from them yet for this purchase I don't want to tie up the $ to have it sit. Came across Vega Tools being sold through RS Hughes. The Vega Tools on a search states that it is made in Schaumburg, Ill but these precision drivers are $3.49 which is screaming import and if these were from Schaumburg, Ill I'd expect them to proudly state USA on the page.

I see we've had a past discussion but times change so what may have once been from Taiwan can easily change in 5 years.
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/anybody-know-about-vega-screwdriver-bits.249728/

Any of you use these or some of their other products? Thoughts?
Is RS Hughes a good supply shop?

I'll call on Monday, in the process of preliminary info gathering.

 

[Kuma601]

From the Wiha thread I suppose not.

Has anyone noticed a drastic decline in Wiha quality?

I have a full set of T handle allen, tons of bits, couple sets of precision drivers. Over the last couple years, the allen stuff is now plated, almost chrome. And the coating flakes off if you breath on it funny. The sizing doesn't seem quite right, either a little loose or a little snug...

www.garagejournal.com

The little voice in me is saying PB Swiss but the wallet is saying no. IDK how Wera fits in. There is temptation to try the Tekton Torx/star keys.

 

[Jicle]

Definitely dont buy Wiha...I would just go with PB swiss. they aren't really that expensive and so worth it to have amazing tools made by a tool making company in Switzerland and not a giga-corporation that puts different brand labels on the same Taiwanese tools. Another alternative that is worth it is Witte as they are legitimately made in Germany.

 

[Chrome Vanadium Cody]

For Torx bit fit I have been very happy with Chapman. Had many instances of trying my Eklind l-keys and finding the fit sloppy, then switching to Chapman and they bite right in- to the point I finally just got rid of the Eklind set. For precision spinning use I’d just get one of their extensions with locking set screw.

The ratchets they sell work fine but are kind of antiquated. The bits are a non standard length so not all other makers bit ratchets will work with them but two I’ve found that work are the icon locking flex bit ratchet from harbor freight and vessel’s stubby bit ratchets. The biggest increase in utility for me came from just getting a good quality 1/4” reversible ratcheting wrench to use with them. I use proto.

 

[Kuma601]

Thanks guys! Certainly worth it to not have the frustration of a sloppy driver to use. Eklind and Brighton Best were disappointing hex keys that I've come across.

 

[PBCampbell]

I didn't notice "Moody" mentioned. I have no experience with them, but have read many good reviews about them here.

 

[dnschmidt]

I've got a lot of Vega power bits. Particularly Torx Align bits. Don't know where they're made and don't care. The seem like above average bits to me. I got them from R. S. Hughes as well.

 

[Bubba Fett]

Wera, Moody.

If powerbits, then Picquic.

 

[Odd-job]

I have been buying Vega impact stuff as of late. Decent Taiwan spec and echo the above average comment. I think comparable to some of my VIM stuff, maybe even out of the same factory.

 

[neophyte]

I didn't notice "Moody" mentioned. I have no experience with them, but have read many good reviews about them here.

I have dome Moody drivers.
I like the ergonomics, and they seem to fit screws well.
I’ve never heavily torqued the drivers, do no clue on how well they would hold up to that.
Moody has traditional metal handled drivers with nickel? plated handles, that are very similar to traditional watchmaker screwdrivers, like Starrett makes.
They also make antistatic handles, which fit the same interchangeable blades as the steel handled drivers, as well as antistatic drivers with the blades molded in. (This prevents the slight blade twisting that can occur with the interchangeable blade drivers)
They also make aluminum handled drivers that use double ended blades (no experience with these)
I didn’t mention Moody because individual drivers run around $10+- a piece in sets, unless you purchase a single handle with separate blades.

The ergonomics seem similar to the antistatic micro Facom drivers.

 

[KnurledNut]

More ignorance about Wiha.
The PicoFinish line is most definitely made in Germany.

Not sure what range you need, but set #26793 gets you T1-T8.
https://www.wihatools.com/products/...-in-canvas-pouch?_pos=19&_fid=69821b945&_ss=c