Screwdrivers! My Favorites
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- Опубликовано: 30 янв 2020
- Screwdrivers, some of my favorites. Wera, Wiha and Knipex
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Much improved lighting in this video. My favorite screwdriveris the Milwaukee 11-in-1.
I had the Wera etched tip set about 5 years ago, I didn’t find them to grip any more in the screw head than previous drivers, but that’s not a scientific claim, just how I felt. After them I splashed out on 5 Klein insulated drivers, 2 x Pozi and 3 x Flat heads, hands down the most durable drivers I’ve ever used. Yes they were expensive, but I’m still using them daily and they have lasted superbly.
I have insulated Wiha nut spinners, great for working in boilers. I also bought the Wiha slimline vario set, I lost them ( in brand new condition in their case ) so I purchased another, 2 x £50 ☹️. I got a set of Armeg Torque drivers, £130 but as I don’t do electrical reactive calls in work anymore they’re at home now gathering dust, just changing batteries in the kids toys. I have the Klein 11 in 1, I also have the skinny stat 4 in 1 version you have, and I also have a dumpy version of the same 4 in 1. Man I just realised I’ve spent over £500 in the last 5 years just on screwdrivers 😳
After doing this for 30 years the brands I stick to now are
Klein - I have Klein almost everything in my EDC kit, drivers, pliers, pump pliers, wire strippers, side cutters, non contact voltage tester, multimeter, USB tester, 7.5m tape, temp probe
Bahco - My go to for socket sets, I have a 1/4” drive kit, a mini ratchet 1/4” drive kit and a 1/2” drive kit. I have many adjustable Bahco spanner’s, 1 x 6” unit, 2 or 3 x wide opening 7”, a 10” and an 18” version.
Knipex - I have the plier wrench grips, 1 x 125mm and 1 x 300mm, just waiting on getting the 180mm version.
I have a few other makes, Stanley Fatmax inc, but you must invest in good tools, they make life so much easier for us. Also, dress smartly, turn up looking like s**t and the customer will treat you like s**t. I use to dress in button down collar shirts, trousers and highly polished boots, managers spoke to me as their equal, other engineers would assume I was in charge on site.
This had made me think how much I spend on my tools, my screwdriver tally is now over £600 in last 5 years alone, I have dedicated bags too like yourself, a plumbing bag, gas/oil boiler bag, electrical bag, seal/sealant bag, electronic measuring/testing device bag, much easier to carry as you get older 😎
This comment is underrated.
My grandfather used to work for a industrial boiler company in Belgium, he also used to wear buttoned shirts on a clean pair of jeans with nice leather safety boots. Even wore his shirt underneath his overall while working. The company cared a lot about their appearance, politeness and professionalism in general, sadly it no longer exists.
I’m definitely going to buy the Purdy tool. Thanks for the info.
I have a similar set up to you Josef, Wera & Wiha for me - I love the Wiha micro drivers, brilliant little things and not too expensive either ! Good video !
So after my questions to you, some reviews and this video, today I ordered a Wiha set with the thin insulation and some Robbie's. Waiting for them to arrive. I also ordered a Wiha torque set for panel work. I am sure I will like these.
From reviews though, excluding the differing handles, it seem Wiha has softer metal and Wera has harder metal. This means Wiha wear faster but Wera can break easier because harder metal is more brittle. Either way, I always liked the Wera's I have and never has any problems with them. I am sure the Wiha's will very good too. We'll see.
I use wera for everything, I accumulated every screwdriver they make over the years, the laser tips are so good and that is what make them my go to screwdriver for everything I do electrical or just when a screwdriver is needed.
I believe the Knipex set comes with Witte drivers... made in Germany.
Yep !
Witte screwdrivers are underrated I think. Had a set on the job for the longest time and they held up very well indeed. And I like their handles but that is certainly personal preference.
Still looking forward to the day of your return, hope the circumstances to make videos again presents itself. Either way wish you the best and hope all is well
Whia 11 in 1 drivers are very nice , they also fit legacy Lennox and Klein bits ( I have a drawer full of them ) .
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Absolutely!!! Thanks Carlos!
Big fan of your content!
Thanks a lot! I hope my newer videos have improved since this one 😅
I’d never correct you on knipex, wera, wiha. As a German, you do not have to say “Vera” “viha” or kin-ipex” you use english grammar rules. In duet h we don’t have a “w” sound often. My family name is wortman (like the cookies “ said “vortman” in duetch, but when we speak english we say wortman with a w. It’s like “pho” noodle soup, in Vietnamese it’s pronounced “pha” but that in Vietnamese, in english, we use english grammar rules. Listen to German news if they say “wisconsin” they’ll say it “visconsin” as they’re using duet h gramma rules. I told someone this and they Argued that it’s “name” but then look at Asian and Russian names, it might be xing in Cantonese’s but it will be Dave in english. Don’t take crap from anyone. You heard it from a German.
Nice review I was given a screw driver set from a friend they are called weidmuller a very good german brand
I use the same tools as you. In UK need torque driver for electrical fusebox install. Knipex tools are life savers. goos video. Why no more views and subscribers? You need to mention brands in your description, that way you will get more views. All the best
Good ole RUclips takes a long time to get going 😅
I’ll add the brands! Thanks for being here!
I woke up looking for screwdrivers, then Millis comes to my rescue
I do my best! Be sure and check out some newer videos too as they’ve improved significantly since these days 😅
Good video
Let's give a like to every video to help him.
Thanks for being here 😁
PB Swiss , best 1/4 hex magnetic ratcheting drivers ever ! Believe , I’ve tried most of them . Whia Slimline multibit VDE are the best for live work . I also like the Whia stubby , and slimline multibit terminal drivers . I’m curious to try the SpeedE II , the earlier model is grossly underpowered !
I seriously need to try some PB Swiss!
@@MillisConstruction yep , also , best hex keys I’ve ever worked with .
@@chrisfyfe9212 do they make imperial hex though? All I can find are metric and set of each would be great
One other question, which of their ratchet drivers do you have? I really need more than one bit on board in my pocket tbh
@@MillisConstruction yep , and very fine stuff , they also offer various angles , other than 90 degrees , for hard to reach stuff . My everyday hex keys are Wera , but when a lot of scratch is at risk , I I holster the PBSwiss !
@@MillisConstruction I have their Ratcheting stubby , their ratcheting Stubby “T” , the Standard magazine ratcheting driver , and the one I call the “ Snubby ‘“ ( full sized handle ( with magazine ) , short shaft ) , which is a pocket back up . I’ll put up some pics later .
Love your videos. I'm a heating engineer in the uk. You got any jobs going? Haha I want to.move abroad
Thank you!! Heating Engineer? Would that be similar to a Licensed HVAC person here?
Do you know the Wiha 283109?
By chance, you try HAZET screwdriver? If so, what’s your take?
I haven’t yet but they’re in the future plans 😁
I you need to purchase 1 brand what would that be. Wera or Wiha in screwdrivers ?
Wera is my favorite
@@MillisConstruction nice I purchase those they will arrive tomorrow thanks!!!!
How many screwdriver videos do I need?
Do you think the Klein screw drivers are durable enough for every trade?
Klein’s have been solid and a standard for a long time. I personally prefer the grips and laser tips of the Wera drivers for my everyday usage. Nothing wrong with Klein’s though!
Kline is OK , but not top notch , quality isn’t consistent . When Cam Out is not an Option , and buggering up screws isn’t Kool , I use PB Swiss . I use the Terminal drivers from Klein a lot , basically , they are cheap and Biodegradable !
Remember , not all their is US made , some is out of Mexico , and Asia . I still have some old Telco pliers from the early eighties , truly world class , some of the new stuff is OK ( by way of example the new Baby lineman’s/ stripper combo’s ) Some not so hot , crappy action , crappy edges etc .
Knipex are making insulated screwdrivers now
Since at least 2018
@@HumanBeingOnPlanet just really not seen in Australia
In europe you need Pz
Those are just not even seen here 😅
Call me a rebel, but I really dislike the Wera handles. The plastic is terrible and if you start sweating even a bit, you have NO grip!!
How do you like the PB Swiss Swiss grip handles? They’ve become my absolute favorite!
@@MillisConstruction Love the PB Swiss “Swiss grip” handles! (I just wish they were a bit beefier)
Maybe I’m old school, but I love Craftsman Professional and Kleins grips