I recently discovered the Vessel screwdrivers. They are amazing, specially the impacta and the wood compo ones i like. This JIS screwdrivers fits better in phillips screws as a philips screwdriver it self and in JIS screws (from japanese cars, motorcycles, shimano... ) anyway. They fit perfect without stripping. The impacta screwdrivers are very handy, can be used like normal screwdriver and when something won't come lose, just grip the hammer and give them a hit, so they turn 12° counterclockwise. Lots of people dont know about the JIS standard and misstreat this screws with phillips screwdrivers....so it seems the Vessel screwdrivers still are a insider tip. They make real good quality Screwdrivers and bits for a reasonable price. They are all made in the slighly differend but much better JIS standard, even they have the same PH in the name as phillips screwdrivers 😉
Top comment there, once you have discovered JIS is is like a magical secret. I have a Toyota so they are a must for me. My neighbour rides Japanese motorbikes and I showed them to him. He has been working on his bikes for over forty years so it was a forehead slap moment. He now swears by them
Hi Ben, as an HGV mechanic for 48yrs I have to say that overall I prefer the Snap on screw drivers , I still. Have all my original black handle range from the 70s and 80s , I was always taught and teach my apprentices that screw drivers are for screwing if you need to use a hammer get a punch or chisle , love your videos ,keep up the good work
I don’t think there is a video what I have made which isn’t full of mistakes I only do one take unusually I say a load of rubbish but I do know the difference but both are well made in good quality thanks for the comment :-)
Facom tools has been bought over by Stanley, I’ve never known stubby screwdrivers called midget??? Anyway I enjoyed the video, no nonsense ie reference numbers What factory made etc big basic of a enthusiastic guys opinion.
Ben The two screwdrivers with the replaceable black sleeve over an acetate handle that look similar, one branded Channellock and the other DeWalt, are made by Pratt-Read. I have some branded Crescent, Williams and Klein, so a lot of " makers " ( including Craftsman ) used them as OEM products. They probably made more screwdrivers in the US than any other maker, but they're not very well known, just widely used. They're the screwdriver version of Moore Drop Forging, who made so many of the highly sought, older = V = marked Craftsman spanners and sockets. Best regards
thanks Stephen that was super interesting I had a feeling they were all made by the same manufacturer are you see a lot of them on tool haul vids in the US thanks for that :-)
Hi Ben! Great overview! It’s amazing how we all have our favorite screwdrivers. I never was a fan of square handle screwdrivers. Beautiful assortment there!!! 😃👍
I also collect screwdrivers but I prefer vintage wooden handles for everything but electric work But I dislike the soft rubber of the modern type, they absorb all the muck and oil off hands or gloves and are difficult to clean.
Fine collection. The first thing I look for in a screwdriver is a large handle that fits the hand. This really helps you apply torque. Skimpy handles on screwdrivers are not a good value. I've also come to appreciate serrations on screwdriver blades. I thought they were a gimmick, but they work. I like the idea of the cork on the handle of the German screwdriver as something that aids grip. You need to add a Yankee ratcheting screwdriver to your collection. Thanks, and best wishes from the USA.
The Facom VDE isn't a security Pozi it's a PZS1, it's a special type thats designed to fit the combination screws in most consumer units without damaging the screw. They're very good but easily damaged if abused in a normal pozi screw.
Wera does make the same green screwdriver with a bolster, think they're the 350 SK PH models. And of course the yellow handle demolition style also have the bolster...they're all nice enough. My favorite handle is the MAC hard handle square, but I like having a wide selection...not as diverse as your collection though!
My dad used to deal in a lot of Stanley and norris antiques in the days you could buy one one for £10 and sell it for 50 - 100 and once in a blue moon £1000. So I grew up having it drilled into me that Stanley made the best tools. I've seen some beautiful antiques as a kid but in the last 10 or 15 years quality has been abysmal in my opinion. Do you go to Rufforth autojumble at York? Bought a 3/8 snap on locking flex head for £50 last weekend, good place.
Thanks for posting your collection, my experience is that Wera green are nice and comfortable but they wear far too quickly, the only Wiha's i've had have been the electrical ones and the philips rusted - I've never had that with other screwdrivers and they are all stored in the same tool drawer. I'm going to buy a set of Felo's and give them a go - they look nice!
Great video m8! Great video and description on each driver, I have a video im planning to do once the items come in to complete it that will really complement this video in a way. I had no clue channellock used that design on their screwdrivers there has to be a dozen or so names that you can find with those grips. Latest I found was Williams uses them as their electricians screwdriver.
I think channel lock only use in Europe maybe this handle and I know the Williams screwdrivers are the same handle as the old snap on which are still good handles but not quite as good as the new ones anyway thanks for your message mate
@@tooladdict7463 Heres the ones that I meant www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-WILLIAMS-TOOLS-ELECTRICIAN-SCREWDRIVER-SET-DEGS-4/381768655674?epid=1184277091&hash=item58e32f633a:g:Q80AAOSwgmJX1i3G:sc:USPSPriority!97304!US!-1 Stanley and klien use that same style as well as some stores have their own name on them also like ace hardware. Hopefully this link to SK works for you and you're able to take advantage of this deal sktools.com/shop/3-piece-brass-drift-set-punch.html
OK Yota I know what you mean now the same as the Channel lock and Dewalt they’re not bad screwdrivers feel reasonable in the hand thanks for the clarification 👍
The channel lock and DeWalt seem to be rebranded Klein screwdrivers. Also Wera and Wiha are NOT the same. Both made in Germany but totally different companies. Both are pronounced with a V. Wiha is pronounced Viha Wera is pronounced Vera
Your yellow Channellock is made by an American company-Klein Tools. Klein makes those drivers for various customers in America they typically change the color of the plastic. A very large set of Klein’s rebranded is offered by another American tool company(Wright Tools). Wright Tools manufactures most of their tools in Ohio except for their screwdriver offerings and they have Klein make them, the part for Wright Tools large sets is part#: D974 and D973. Klein manufactured screwdrivers no matter the name embossed on them are considered one of the best other than snappy in the states. Yes, I acknowledge there are other great offerings I actually believe the best you can buy are the Wiha extra heavy-duty offerings with the micro grip or without just with the rubber grip as you have shown in this video. Also, check out Wright Tools wrightgrip 2.0 wrenches or spanners whichever you prefer to call them. They're revered as the best even over Snap-on's flank drive plus.
I like that cork grip never seen that. I prefer snap on but never tried wiha. I recently bought some Teton screwdrivers. I will review them shorty and make a video.
I know I’m an idiot I constantly say the wrong word every time I make a video but I never do double takes and I never edit I called a hatchet a hammer three times the other day :-)Thanks for the message Jack anyway :-)
It happens and you're braver than me to even start making videos. I saw scout crafter today mention your channel so I checked it out. I really like your content and am going to continue to follow you. I find it so interesting the various tools used around the world to perform similar tasks
Hi there thanks for your message it was very kind of Scout Crafter to mention me in his video my videos are low quality I don’t do any editing and I make a lot of mistakes but if you like tools you’re probably in the right place kind regards Ben
I've got a liking for stubbys, acetates and wooden handles..... My Bakelite-handled Henley Telegraph Works screwdriver from the 1930s is a particular favourite, along with the classic Stanley 233H. Like me, you must have an understanding wife 😂👍🏻
My favorites are Craftsman and Klein . BUT we have an advantage , Robertson Screwdrivers , and they are the best , if you have Robertson screws , which are far superior to flat head , Phillips , Torque , or any others !
I’d agree on Wera. I’ve got a couple left that I bought in 1982, still going strong, as well as some more recent ones. Wera are also my no.1 choice for screwdriver bits.
Hi, got here via Scoutcrafter (and have now subscribed). The handles on my chubby / stubby have started to melt away whilst in the tool box ! has anyone else had this happen? and they are only 40 years old! Stu (Newcastle).
thanks for the comment I do know this information but I don’t do editing or retake so if I make a mistake I just leave it in is the joy of my content you never know what mistake I’m gonna make next🤣👍⚒️
Regarding Stanley, B&D Stanley now own, Britool, Facom, Mac tools and some others, hence some handles will feel the same. Handle sizes, the smaller handles are there to prevent over torquing of fasteners. The Wiha handle in your video is the only one to have won an award for ergonomics. The only other screwdrivers I would add are, Vessel (see top eye's post below) and PB Swiss with there comfort handles, they are the Rolls Royce of screwdrivers. The Maxxpro you have are made by Witte who make screwdrivers for Matco.
“You’re supporting American workers and not a Chinese workers”, the Brit said proudly. Not that it makes a blind of difference supporting American over Chinese. Aside from that misplaced comment, good video.
Thanks for watching buddy I appreciate it I love American items Japanese and German they make quality things we don’t make a whole lot in the UK anymore which is a shame for the Americans still have manufacturing which is fantastic
It makes a big difference actually. Patriotism is only one of *many* good reasons to support companies making tools in the USA. People being fine with buying Chinesium is a big reason why so many companies have started outsourcing. And when it's an American company, it's good to know that they're still making it in USA so people like to support that. I'm Canadian but I hated hearing about the closing of Western Forge in Colorado. American tool manufacturers are becoming more and more rare, despite USA tools being known as some of the best made. Supporting the companies that are still doing it rather than companies who moved production to China to save a buck is pretty much the only thing we can do about it.
You don't think it makes a "blind" of difference to support a country, like the US, England, Germany, Canada that all have stringent environmental laws and labor laws. You are blind.
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I recently discovered the Vessel screwdrivers. They are amazing, specially the impacta and the wood compo ones i like. This JIS screwdrivers fits better in phillips screws as a philips screwdriver it self and in JIS screws (from japanese cars, motorcycles, shimano... ) anyway. They fit perfect without stripping.
The impacta screwdrivers are very handy, can be used like normal screwdriver and when something won't come lose, just grip the hammer and give them a hit, so they turn 12° counterclockwise. Lots of people dont know about the JIS standard and misstreat this screws with phillips screwdrivers....so it seems the Vessel screwdrivers still are a insider tip.
They make real good quality Screwdrivers and bits for a reasonable price. They are all made in the slighly differend but much better JIS standard, even they have the same PH in the name as phillips screwdrivers 😉
Top comment there, once you have discovered JIS is is like a magical secret. I have a Toyota so they are a must for me. My neighbour rides Japanese motorbikes and I showed them to him. He has been working on his bikes for over forty years so it was a forehead slap moment. He now swears by them
Hi Ben, as an HGV mechanic for 48yrs I have to say that overall I prefer the Snap on screw drivers , I still. Have all my original black handle range from the 70s and 80s , I was always taught and teach my apprentices that screw drivers are for screwing if you need to use a hammer get a punch or chisle , love your videos ,keep up the good work
Thanks for the comments Dave 48 years that’s a great achievement mate well done :-)
The Snap-on soft, ratcheting screwdriver handle is my favorite.
Am I the only one who can't get past the fact that he doesn't know the difference between Wiha and Wera?
I don’t think there is a video what I have made which isn’t full of mistakes I only do one take unusually I say a load of rubbish but I do know the difference but both are well made in good quality thanks for the comment :-)
Ha yeah but I knew he meant Wera.
Facom tools has been bought over by Stanley, I’ve never known stubby screwdrivers called midget???
Anyway I enjoyed the video, no nonsense ie reference numbers
What factory made etc big basic of a enthusiastic guys opinion.
It’s just a mistake man. Everyone here is human… for now
pb swiss are the my favourite u got a really good collection
Great video, Ben. I, too, like Bondhus. Mine are T-handle SAE and Metric.
Yes they are great Mike and quite reasonably priced as well thanks for your message :-)
Ben The two screwdrivers with the replaceable black sleeve over an acetate handle that look similar, one branded Channellock and the other DeWalt, are made by Pratt-Read. I have some branded Crescent, Williams and Klein, so a lot of " makers " ( including Craftsman ) used them as OEM products. They probably made more screwdrivers in the US than any other maker, but they're not very well known, just widely used. They're the screwdriver version of Moore Drop Forging, who made so many of the highly sought, older = V = marked Craftsman spanners and sockets. Best regards
thanks Stephen that was super interesting I had a feeling they were all made by the same manufacturer are you see a lot of them on tool haul vids in the US thanks for that :-)
Hi Ben! Great overview! It’s amazing how we all have our favorite screwdrivers. I never was a fan of square handle screwdrivers. Beautiful assortment there!!! 😃👍
Thanks John I got the names wrong on the screwdrivers Because I’m an idiot ha ha from that I got Point by across😂
Hey Scout! I just found this channel through his subscription to my channel!
I also collect screwdrivers but I prefer vintage wooden handles for everything but electric work But I dislike the soft rubber of the modern type, they absorb all the muck and oil off hands or gloves and are difficult to clean.
Fine collection. The first thing I look for in a screwdriver is a large handle that fits the hand. This really helps you apply torque. Skimpy handles on screwdrivers are not a good value. I've also come to appreciate serrations on screwdriver blades. I thought they were a gimmick, but they work. I like the idea of the cork on the handle of the German screwdriver as something that aids grip. You need to add a Yankee ratcheting screwdriver to your collection. Thanks, and best wishes from the USA.
Thanks Pat I’ll have to do another one on vintage screwdrivers :-)
The Facom VDE isn't a security Pozi it's a PZS1, it's a special type thats designed to fit the combination screws in most consumer units without damaging the screw. They're very good but easily damaged if abused in a normal pozi screw.
thanks for the great information Ed :-)
Wera does make the same green screwdriver with a bolster, think they're the 350 SK PH models. And of course the yellow handle demolition style also have the bolster...they're all nice enough. My favorite handle is the MAC hard handle square, but I like having a wide selection...not as diverse as your collection though!
My dad used to deal in a lot of Stanley and norris antiques in the days you could buy one one for £10 and sell it for 50 - 100 and once in a blue moon £1000. So I grew up having it drilled into me that Stanley made the best tools. I've seen some beautiful antiques as a kid but in the last 10 or 15 years quality has been abysmal in my opinion. Do you go to Rufforth autojumble at York? Bought a 3/8 snap on locking flex head for £50 last weekend, good place.
Thanks for posting your collection, my experience is that Wera green are nice and comfortable but they wear far too quickly, the only Wiha's i've had have been the electrical ones and the philips rusted - I've never had that with other screwdrivers and they are all stored in the same tool drawer. I'm going to buy a set of Felo's and give them a go - they look nice!
they are also great I don’t think you’ll go wrong with felos they make wonderful Tools :-) thanks for watching mate
Both the dewalt and channellock are trying to replicate the Klein screwdrivers which are made in USA and are the go to for electricians in the US
Great video m8! Great video and description on each driver, I have a video im planning to do once the items come in to complete it that will really complement this video in a way. I had no clue channellock used that design on their screwdrivers there has to be a dozen or so names that you can find with those grips. Latest I found was Williams uses them as their electricians screwdriver.
I think channel lock only use in Europe maybe this handle and I know the Williams screwdrivers are the same handle as the old snap on which are still good handles but not quite as good as the new ones anyway thanks for your message mate
@@tooladdict7463 Heres the ones that I meant www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-WILLIAMS-TOOLS-ELECTRICIAN-SCREWDRIVER-SET-DEGS-4/381768655674?epid=1184277091&hash=item58e32f633a:g:Q80AAOSwgmJX1i3G:sc:USPSPriority!97304!US!-1
Stanley and klien use that same style as well as some stores have their own name on them also like ace hardware. Hopefully this link to SK works for you and you're able to take advantage of this deal sktools.com/shop/3-piece-brass-drift-set-punch.html
OK Yota I know what you mean now the same as the Channel lock and Dewalt they’re not bad screwdrivers feel reasonable in the hand thanks for the clarification 👍
The channel lock and DeWalt seem to be rebranded Klein screwdrivers. Also Wera and Wiha are NOT the same. Both made in Germany but totally different companies. Both are pronounced with a V.
Wiha is pronounced Viha
Wera is pronounced Vera
Objection! Wera is a germand brand, but most of their products are actually made in the czech republic.
@@abcdefg3386 Sustained.
Your yellow Channellock is made by an American company-Klein Tools. Klein makes those drivers for various customers in America they typically change the color of the plastic. A very large set of Klein’s rebranded is offered by another American tool company(Wright Tools). Wright Tools manufactures most of their tools in Ohio except for their screwdriver offerings and they have Klein make them, the part for Wright Tools large sets is part#: D974 and D973. Klein manufactured screwdrivers no matter the name embossed on them are considered one of the best other than snappy in the states. Yes, I acknowledge there are other great offerings I actually believe the best you can buy are the Wiha extra heavy-duty offerings with the micro grip or without just with the rubber grip as you have shown in this video. Also, check out Wright Tools wrightgrip 2.0 wrenches or spanners whichever you prefer to call them. They're revered as the best even over Snap-on's flank drive plus.
Thanks for all the info Scott that was a great informative message take care mate :-)
Which is the best made .. ?🤔
I would go for the whia They are great quality :-)
I like that cork grip never seen that. I prefer snap on but never tried wiha. I recently bought some Teton screwdrivers. I will review them shorty and make a video.
The snap on is the best but the wiha Is great to for the money thanks Tom
I prefer klein multi bit, felo wood, and witte. Slight correction the black and green handles are wera not wiha. They're my favorite precision as well
I know I’m an idiot I constantly say the wrong word every time I make a video but I never do double takes and I never edit I called a hatchet a hammer three times the other day :-)Thanks for the message Jack anyway :-)
It happens and you're braver than me to even start making videos. I saw scout crafter today mention your channel so I checked it out. I really like your content and am going to continue to follow you. I find it so interesting the various tools used around the world to perform similar tasks
Hi there thanks for your message it was very kind of Scout Crafter to mention me in his video my videos are low quality I don’t do any editing and I make a lot of mistakes but if you like tools you’re probably in the right place kind regards Ben
I think that dewalt, and the channel lock is a klein tools design
I think you might be right Richard :-) I’ve seen those designs with many manufacturers thanks for the comment mate 😀👍⚒️
Any screwdriver made in West Germany is really well made
I've got a liking for stubbys, acetates and wooden handles..... My Bakelite-handled Henley Telegraph Works screwdriver from the 1930s is a particular favourite, along with the classic Stanley 233H.
Like me, you must have an understanding wife 😂👍🏻
Thanks for sharing!
My favorites are Craftsman and Klein . BUT we have an advantage , Robertson Screwdrivers , and they are the best , if you have Robertson screws , which are far superior to flat head , Phillips , Torque , or any others !
I recently had to buy some Robertson bits for a Canadian sprinkler restoration - they fit really well 👍🏻
Thanks al :-)
A few people have said Robinson bit so good I’ll have to try them on day
Hi, what do you recommend more, Stanley fatmax or wera??
I think out of the two the wera Grips better at the tip so that’s why I would go for court that helps
I’d agree on Wera. I’ve got a couple left that I bought in 1982, still going strong, as well as some more recent ones. Wera are also my no.1 choice for screwdriver bits.
The insulated Wiha don’t have the best tips compared to Wera.
For a self-proclaimed screwdriver addict and no Vessel screwdrivers?!
My speech 👍
At 2.34 it's a wera driver not a wiha
Hi, got here via Scoutcrafter (and have now subscribed). The handles on my chubby / stubby have started to melt away whilst in the tool box ! has anyone else had this happen? and they are only 40 years old! Stu (Newcastle).
hi Stewart thanks for coming over it’s apprising to hear only after 40 years the handles have melted away are they not on the warranty?😀
i think stanley, facom & wera
Just note when the gentleman says WIHA,
the green screw drivers are WERA pronounced ‘Vera’
Excellent overview thanks for making the video!!
thanks for the comment I do know this information but I don’t do editing or retake so if I make a mistake I just leave it in is the joy of my content you never know what mistake I’m gonna make next🤣👍⚒️
THE PLASIC IS THE BOLSTER....ON THE CHANNEL LOCK SCREWDRIVERS
Regarding Stanley, B&D Stanley now own, Britool, Facom, Mac tools and some others, hence some handles will feel the same.
Handle sizes, the smaller handles are there to prevent over torquing of fasteners.
The Wiha handle in your video is the only one to have won an award for ergonomics.
The only other screwdrivers I would add are, Vessel (see top eye's post below) and PB Swiss with there comfort handles, they are the Rolls Royce of screwdrivers.
The Maxxpro you have are made by Witte who make screwdrivers for Matco.
SNAP-ON TOOLS SINCE 1920
WITTE TOOLS SINCE 1785
Name every screwdriver there
Thanks Josh :-)
“You’re supporting American workers and not a Chinese workers”, the Brit said proudly.
Not that it makes a blind of difference supporting American over Chinese. Aside from that misplaced comment, good video.
Thanks for watching buddy I appreciate it I love American items Japanese and German they make quality things we don’t make a whole lot in the UK anymore which is a shame for the Americans still have manufacturing which is fantastic
It makes a big difference actually. Patriotism is only one of *many* good reasons to support companies making tools in the USA. People being fine with buying Chinesium is a big reason why so many companies have started outsourcing. And when it's an American company, it's good to know that they're still making it in USA so people like to support that. I'm Canadian but I hated hearing about the closing of Western Forge in Colorado. American tool manufacturers are becoming more and more rare, despite USA tools being known as some of the best made. Supporting the companies that are still doing it rather than companies who moved production to China to save a buck is pretty much the only thing we can do about it.
You don't think it makes a "blind" of difference to support a country, like the US, England, Germany, Canada that all have stringent environmental laws and labor laws. You are blind.
They are Wera not Wiha!
Thanks Krystian I didn’t know that mate :-)
Bahco 🤣
🤣👍⚒️
Mixed up wiha with wera and channellock with klein
Hi tool addict do you have Instagram
I’ve never been on Instagram people keep asking me I don’t know what’s there I’ve only ever used RUclips sadly
@@tooladdict7463 it's more of a place for messaging as RUclips dont have private messaging on there app
Oh right I understand now thanks for that