Malco ConNext 1/4" Locking Bit Drivers Review
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- these are the oddly named connext1 and connext2 drivers, they are reasonably nice with acetate handles and dual ball bearing locking mechanisms. the biggest detractor is the fact that are not easy insertion like modern impact drivers but are still ok.
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The 2 ball detents is why there's no slop...Malco makes really nice quality tools.. always have... you'll pay a little more but they're worth it...
I just ordered these last Thursday night. Coming today. Malco has some well thought out products.
Side note: Catus, I really don’t understand why you don’t have at least 250K subs. Your reviews are honest, informed, educational and interesting. No hype, just real.
Remember, slow and steady wins the race. Thanks for all the content you put out. I know that the subs you do have appreciate all of your hard work. Thank you.
I finally found the handle I was looking for. I carry a lot of different sizes and types of Hex bits in my work and needed a screwdriver tool that was non-magnetic. I was considering using Wiha or Wera's ESD safe bit handles, but they are a bit pricey and the rubberized handles attract particles and get damaged quickly in harsh environments. Also, their handles are small and hard to apply enough torque for the machine.
Nice! After watching this video I need one of those but it won't accept a 1" bit with a extension so I decided to make my own with a ACE Pro screwdriver and a Hercules bit driver, I posted a video of it if you like to check it out.
Thanks for alerting your followers to a very interesting product. I love your videos and make a practice of closely tracking the release of your videos.
1. Quoting from an Amazon review by Matt: "It's made for 2" power bits or longer. It swallows a 1" bit and leaves about 3/16" sticking out for you to grab with pliers to retrieve it." This limitation might be a concern for some.
2. As of 29Jan2021, the long version is available on Amazon for $10.29, the short one is more unique and interesting to me, but currently unavailable.
3. I think I saw a trick with Craftsman screwdriver handles whereby a box wrench could fit the handle for extra torque. Catus, could you experiment to see if such is possible with the Malco product? Lack of such a feature would not be a deal-killer; simply nice to know.
4. People interested in interchangeable-bit systems able to get into tight spaces should also investigate the US-made tools from Chapman Manufacturing. And no, I am not affiliated with any tool company. I merely take pleasure in pointing fellow enthusiasts toward good products.
Upon further study, it appears the "trick" to buying the stubby is to buy it *with* a magnetic hex nut driver bit: www.amazon.com/Malco-HHD3T-8-Inch-Connext-Magnetic/dp/B00JJ6P6WS/ref=sr_1_55?dchild=1&keywords=malco+Malco+HHD1T&qid=1611979370&sr=8-55
Even then you might have to wait 1-2 months for delivery. Those in a rush might have to pay more by sourcing it elsewhere.
I've been curious about these, thanks for making a video!
If you don't already have the malco reversible hex driver, I would highly recommend picking up the 5/16" and 3/8" one for driving common hex head screws. I'd bet many viewers would like to see them too maybe.
I'm going to get a set of these
Cool! I love my Malco shears, I will look for these drivers and get an extension too! Perfect setup for what I do.
Every time I see an obscure but plausibly legitimate product on the internet the paper trail always leads to this channel
Thanks Catus . Another True and Honest Review . I have a Older Hand Tighten one .That's All .It's Not Bad . Those look Better .
I've used them for a few months and enjoy using the with my 5/16 and 1/4 drivers. I even use a 6in milwaukee extention for a little more reach if I need it.
You were born for the camera sir that was an amazing review and answered all my questions about this acetate driver handle and more
I recently bought the ratchetting driver and the Malco Connext1 , I like them both , the only complain I have is that they don't lock the short (straight shank) , 1" magnetic driver bits, but if the bits have that narrow collar , it'll lock perfectly, other than that, I really like using them in my home as well as my shop,
Cool driver handles can't wait for them to get the eagal grips out on the market
I like Malco Tools, have a few Old Old things from my Gramps!👍
Good to see a spate of good tools instead of junky tools like some of the past ones have been (it's good to know bad ones but still). Needed a win haha.
I have the malco ConNext 1 and love it. Works great with those multi colored harbor freight bits you reviewed a while back. I haven't got the stubby yet the collar seems to make it a bit long like you said.
As a service to your readers: A potential alternative to the *larger* of the two Malco handles, and possessing much more functionality, is the Wera 051024 Kraftform Kompakt 25 Pouch Set. For that extra functionality you'll pay $29.12 on Amazon. I know from experience that Wera Rapidaptor technology will hold bits firmly, including the 1" variety. For those who need/appreciate the Wera's extra functionality, it is worth nearly triple the price. Generally speaking, for screwdrivers, Wera is the "bees knees." That said, I still think Malco has much to offer with its stubby model. Gonna buy one as soon as I find an online vendor that has it in stock.
Have you tried the Wera bit drivers? I have several and they lock the bits right in automatically like that cheap one you have. Push up on the collar and the bit will pop out. I love the handles of Wera too. Very comfortable.
Wera 816R is a pretty good one. It was on sale at Amazon and picked up the set for $27. Thanks.
Retract the collar before insertion, boys!
Yeah mine works like that automatically!😁
My driver is just that style.
I Need These!!!!
Would be nice if they licensed the insty-bit QC mechanism as Bosch, Milwaukee, and Diablo did.
I use the ideal version of this tool, and I love mine.
looks like i'm gonna get one of these with a bit extender
I have the larger of those handles, and like it. It holds onto the bits as snugly as a much more expensive German bit holder I have. I should have just bought 2 of the Malcos.
I'm actually tempted to buy one of these rather than make one from a Hart quick change extension glued into an old handle.
Very good screwdrivers)
Would love to hear your review in walmarts Hart "professional " adjustable wrenches
Those are made in Taiwan and they look pretty decent.
@@JohnSmith-yl6dn i bought 3 of them. The 6, 8 and 12 inch. They are actually pretty great quality. Think it would be awesome to get Catus thoughts on them. They seem to have an anti nut rounding jaw design.
Always liked the Acetite always been a fan of Acetate handled screwdrivers. More so than the kind with cushioned grips. Although the Wera ones are pretty nice too.
Have you tried the ratcheting one? I think its called Connext3.
What about their bit shafts? Wondering if I should just get the handles or pay more for the set with a bunch of different length shafts.
Nice, but I don't like the looks of those "stress fractures" in the center of the handle.
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Were did you get them amazon or auto parts store looks Handy.
Amazon sells them.
Just ordered a set. Heard the ratcheting is bad.
Hi. Can your cheap blue China bit driver hold the double end bit you showed?
Where did you get that long locking bit-driver extension? I need one of those for a project.
Those look sexy!
Does it have a magnet inside. Maybe if you take the circlip off and other pieces, perhaps you can hex bits.
Yes, it has a magnet inside.
Totally Catus Maximus??
Hope you have a better day tomorrow. ;)
But, you still get a thumbs up from me. 👍
How’s a tiny bit fit
Do they work for the small bits?
They only work with the bits that have the quick connect indents but you can use a bit holder and use the small ones.
Im wanting to buy this, but im getting with the company to see what their warranty process is like. It appears you have to pay to ship the item to them and back to you.. with the way tekton and capri and milwaukee hf are handeling warrantee process, these guys should be ashamed of themself. Never the less i’ll still buy this tool for the locking collar but avoid the rest of their tools like the plague.
I don't really like that type of handle. Also if you have a life time warrantee, you want your name to wear off before it breaks or wears out!
Too bad these are imported, I like malco stuff.
I remember these were US made not long ago; I'm betting the handles were built by Western Forge but of course, with WF closing anyone still buying from them was forced to outsource production
@@marioman971 they could have turned to Pratt-Read, America's oldest screwdriver manufacturer who was also owned by Ideal industries.
Sadly that would soon leave us in the same situation however, because Ideal has just decided to close Pratt-Read as well.
They closed western forge, sold SK to China, and just closed Pratt-Read, I do not know what theure doing but obviously they do not care about American manufacturing.
@@TylerSnyder305 thought about Pratt-Read, from what I gather they already moved the plant beforehand (still within US) and I believe are using it solely for their own Ideal branded drivers.
Just make a better one