Wiha Torx Bit (T5-T10 Set) Purchase Experience

[MN_Runner]

I had to purchase a few small size torx bits to service my Snap On ratchets. I bought a Wiha torx set (https://www.wihatools.com/torxr-insert-bit-t5-t10-6-pack) from KC Tools since it was cheaper by $5 when you factor in the tax and shipping cost.



KC Tools advertises the set with COO of Germany but Wihatools advertises the set with COO of Vietnam. It turns out that KC Tools gets the Wiha tools from Wihatools based in MN. I got the set but 2 our of 6 bits looked different compared to the other 4 out of 6. Two bits had "Wiha" and the size stamped and remaining four bits had "Wiha" and the size printed in black. T8 and T10 were made in Vietnam (where "Wiha" and the size are stamped) and T5, T6, T7 and T9 were made in Germany (where "Wiha"and the size are printed in black). If made in Germany Wiha tools are what you want then make sure you get clarification before buying Wiha tools. KC Tools made it right by sending me the made in Germany T8 and T10 so I have no complaints.

 

[Qualitytools]

KC Tools Service is outstanding!

 

[T45]

Why is this even a thing? Wiha USA seems shady.

 

[bob15]

Just an FYI from Wiki:

Wiha Tools is a manufacturer of hand tools for use in trade and industry, with its headquarters in Schonach im Schwarzwald in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.[1]
History

The company was founded by Willi Hahn in Wuppertal in 1939, who immortalized himself with his initials in the company name. Four years later the company headquarters were relocated to Schonach. While initially only nuts and bolts were manufactured, eight years later in 1947 the production of screwdrivers commenced. The other core product groups were gradually built in the following years. In 1966 the plant in Mönchweiler/Black Forest was acquired - now housing the blades and L-keys production. In 1985 a subsidiary was founded in the USA (today's Willi Hahn Corp.) Over the years further branches were established in France, Spain, England, Denmark, Poland, China and Vietnam. Next to follow were Wiha Thailand, India, Canada, and Asia Pacific.[2]

The company lists 3500 different hand tools in its stock catalogue, including screwdrivers, torque wrenches and L-keys, bits, pliers, hammers and measuring tools.[3] The owner managed company employs 750 staff worldwide.

Since 2010 the company is title sponsor of the regional basketball team Wiha Panthers Schwenningen.[4]
Awards

Wiha has repeatedly received awards for product design, innovation and social commitment - amongst these, almost 20 "iF awards" including gold for the Wiha magazine bit holder[5] and about 10 "Red Dot Awards" including the "Red Dot Best of the Best".[6]

 

[theoldwizard1]

I have purchased all of my Wiha tools from KC Tools.