Wera Screwdriver Longevity/Durability???

[nato]

I just received my two Kraftform Plus lasertip #1 & #2 Phillips set and holy ****......
I've been in the dark! These grips are insanely ergonomically designed and comfortable! My current s/d set consists of Instinct hard and soft handles and although these aren't as bulky, they feel very nice and feel like they'll generate a positive amount of working torque.
I can't wait to start "really" using them. I only have a couple questions; in a professional auto shop environment, how are they holding up for you guys?
I have a feeling that I'm eventually going to have NO PROBLEM picking up the 6 piece set form ChadsToolbox for only $30 and hock my Snappy's.

Do the tips last just as long as any typical ACR style and how about the warranty process (that's my main concern, really.)

As always, I'm being impressed with a lot of the German tools i'm more frequently coming in contact with.
They also seem to have a more "easy on the eyes" price tag ad I REALLY like that.

 

[kissmeimgerman]

welcome to the light!

 

[strikeouttruck]

I have been wanting to ditch my instincts as well, do they sell a complete set of phillips and slotted? I hate piecing things together and would rather just buy them all at once.

 

[GoBlue]

Honestly...i like them a lot but how long and how well they last is up to you. I have found the vast majority of screw drivers break, bend, or shell tips due to misuse and flat out abuse. If you use the proper driver size for the application and don't use them as pry bars...they should last a long damn time. I have had mine for years. Keep in mind i also don't wear out Craftsman drivers hence why i say its about how you use them.

 

[nato]

I have been wanting to ditch my instincts as well, do they sell a complete set of phillips and slotted? I hate piecing things together and would rather just buy them all at once.

http://chadstoolbox.com/05105650001wera33466pcsdset4-sl2-phrack.aspx

No stubbies, but you could add them seperate (slotted & #2) for like $11 I saw. Totally worth it

 

[Altec]

Would you say they were worth the wait Nato?

 

[SpiderGearsMan]

but but you can get them for like a dollar at hf

 

[nato]

Honestly...i like them a lot but how long and how well they last is up to you. I have found the vast majority of screw drivers break, bend, or shell tips due to misuse and flat out abuse. If you use the proper driver size for the application and don't use them as pry bars...they should last a long damn time. I have had mine for years. Keep in mind i also don't wear out Craftsman drivers hence why i say its about how you use them.

You got it. I have a bunch of off brand, no-name & Craftsmans that I use as "not intended screwdrivers." I definitely don't put my good quality stuff through the ringer, so I wouldn't do it with these either.
I'm still sorta new to German tools and I guess just wanted to make sure thay they are overall, not ****---which I'm sure they aren't, but need feedback from the peanuts here.

 

[nato]

Would you say they were worth the wait Nato?

ahem, yes, all ******** aside they were worth every single transparent penny of it, Altec

 

[nato]

but but you can get them for like a dollar at hf

or Target.....I saw those same exact neon green & orange screwdrivers, replicated "Pittsburgh Professional" @ Target this past weekend

 

[GoBlue]

Yes they are good. On par with the trucks imho

 

[nato]

I really am loving the simple fact that they are their own tools. No other company rebadges that unique design (100% specific to Wera, not little indifferences) that I can see. I like that in itself.

 

[Altec]

ahem, yes, all ******** aside they were worth every single transparent penny of it, Altec

That's good!

or Target.....I saw those same exact neon green & orange screwdrivers, replicated "Pittsburgh Professional" @ Target this past weekend

Or Walmart...

 

[GoBlue]

oh ****! Those are HF screwdrivers! Big trouble in little China?

 

[nato]

Ultrasteel.....
Very interesting. Sounds very, 'Japanese' like. I should've taken the time out to stop and look at them LOL

 

[SpiderGearsMan]

or Target.....I saw those same exact neon green & orange screwdrivers, replicated "Pittsburgh Professional" @ Target this past weekend

are they car and driver tools ?

 

[Davo3]

I really am loving the simple fact that they are their own tools. No other company rebadges that unique design (100% specific to Wera, not little indifferences) that I can see. I like that in itself.

Do you mean, besides Phoenix Contact?

 

[V70R]

I recently purchased a set of the Kraftform screwdrivers, have held up very well for daily use as a european auto tech. Comparible to my SO's, only complaint I have are the grips mixing with dirt/oil reuiring a little extra time to clean. Worth every penny.