offshore Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 One of the focuses on my recent trip to China, was to try source the best screwdriver set I could find. (Cost vs Quality) As drivers are the most used and abused tool on the bench, I thought it may be of interest, to analyse my thought processes and pre requisites. I have some personal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 I know I'm waiting for a better set. Thanks Offshore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bike Mike Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 I can relate. I just went though the same dilemma with purchasing new set. I settled on the Horotec drivers in a wood box as my machinist mentality kicks in and reverts back to me all wood tool box. I just feel precision tool require a nicely crafted home to rest in. Regarding stainless steel blades without getting into a metallurgical breakdown, I would advise against them. 316L SS is typical surgical grade some times you find 440. Stainless is great for holding a sharp edge, but not so much when putting a axial load on it, like the case with a screw driver. Harden steel is a better option. They are brittle, but are tougher and do a better job to hold the edge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utheman Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Thanks Offshore. But we need pictures, you know, macros... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EuroTimez Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Tks for the post Offshore, some pics would perfect the painting tho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Pics would have been useful, but great post, OS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Nice writeup! But sometimes I wonder if we don't tend to overanalyze problems? For example, here is my set of screwdrivers. They come in various sizes, and when gentle persuasion fails you can always use the second technique (other side) to get the screws tight. Nanuq's Screwdriver Set Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 I would hate to ask an Alaskan for a nail file. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwatch Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 As a technical engineer, I always had Wiha tools for working on small projects. They are outstanding. Unfortunately, they just don't make a slotted blade driver any smaller than 0.8mm. I did see a nano sized one (once) that was 0.5mm but I haven't seen one since. They have a rounded top, but the shaft is somewhat squared off a little bit for a superb grip and it prevents the driver from rolling around on the bench. This is my ideal screwdriver and if I could find a micro set of these from 0.5mm to 1.5mm, I would be very happy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 I would hate to ask an Alaskan for a nail file. An Alaskan nail file can also double as a watch box! An Alaskan Nail File Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bike Mike Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 An Alaskan nail file can also double as a watch box! An Alaskan Nail File That is the best pic. I have seen in a while! Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwatch Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 An Alaskan nail file can also double as a watch box! An Alaskan Nail File Oh dear.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Draaaaaaaaaaaaaaaagging this back on topic (sorry, O/S) is it true that a good slot-head screwdriver will have vertical and parallel sides where the bit end begins? The ever-wise Grampaw Nanuq used to tell me you use a stone and oil to square up and thin the tips of your screwdrivers once in awhile so they "bite" better. It seems to work for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Grampaw had it exactly right. An India stone & roller sharperer keep your tips in tip-top shape Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 @Freddy333 do you recommend the Bergeon 2461? I came close to adding to my order. Toys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 To keep my screwdrivers in shape, I use the stuff in the pic I posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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