As a DIYer I have bought almost all of my screwdrivers second-hand. I have complete set of Craftsman screwdrivers that do not smell. I like the acetate because it doesn't get dirty. Some of my favorite screwdrivers are some old wooden handle ones that I have restored. Very nice and you feel like you are really using a legacy tool. I have big hands so the fatter handles like Fatmax really feel the best. You can get a good grip. -Tom
From Europe: Tip quality and fitment: Wiha are fabulous. Handle: Felo and the French Bost brand (Now nearly impossible to find, but it’s the same as Stanley FatMax). PB Swiss with their “simpler” handles are also very good in use. Japanese Vessel have unusual but very well handling drivers - and the Philips/JIS tips on the Vessels are like Wiha. I used to pick my Wera drivers for a while, but Wiha does the best fitment tips for Philips and Pozidrive. Klein and US drivers are simply not available here. Also, they have too thick handles - ok for some mechanical work, otherwise not.
The Klein do have a very unique grip to them. Here in America they’re famous for electricians. You will see almost all electricians using Klein screwdrivers but other trades and homeowners hardly use them. Thank you for commenting from Europe. The Felo wood handles are on my soon to get list
@SimpleMindReviews I have a few of their tools, ratchets (comfort grip), sockets, pliers, screwdrivers, etc. My only complaint is they are starting to get expensive. Unfortunately their pricing pushes me to Harbor Freight more and more.
Handles are more about the individual feel, it changes hand to hand. The most important thing on screwdrivers is fastener fitment, and shank quality. Everything else is extra. The top 3 I can think of are Vessel megadora, snap -on, PB swiss. All of those have almost everything I said.
@@SimpleMindReviews yes, not that's good, I put them next to wera. Wera in my opinion is the most overrated driver. I own multiple to include them. The megadora and snap-on are my go to. For flat heads nothing beats the PB swiss. I also like the stalhwille drawll, they are a light weight. My hands don't get tired with them. But they aren't heavy duty, can't beat them up. The Facom protwist is also a great driver, the Craftsman rebranded ones are basically the same. People are sleeping on those. Nothing against craftsman, but those plastic classic drivers are complete trash. I didn't like the USA or imported version. The SK rebranded ones were much better. Sorry I can talk about drivers all day, and I own many brands.
@@andrestntI'm the same 🤦♂️ If I told you how many Japanese, German, French, Swiss, & Wera (Check) screwdrivers I have most people would think I'm making up stories. I've also got NOS German screwdrivers, n 9:34 ut drivers, T handles from the 2000's. Then there are bits, bit drivers, ratcheting bit drivers, but holders, bit extentions, bit adapters, reduced anvil bits, 1" bits, 1.5" bits, 2", 3", 4", 6" and even 8" 🤦♂️ & but storage. I agree with you about Wera in general, I think they are over rated and there are better options...but if purchased on sale they are ok and better than anything in most box stores. I mainly use Japanese long anvil bits. It's a bit silly how much of this stuff I have considering I'm not in a trade. A good reduced shank Japanese anvil bit JDM (Japanese domestic Market) on a Wiha Centrofix or Hazet 810bh/bhk makes me happy. I don't have the new Hazet 811bh...yet 😢
For me, the best screwdrivers I have ever tried and own are Vessel Megadora. They're my personal favorite. I deal with a lot of JIS hardware with Honda, Nissan, and Toyota. But, the JIS works extremely well in regular phillips as well. I also have an old set of red and black handled Gearwrench screwdrivers that have served me fairly well. They're by no means great, but they're still alive and working after about 7 or 8 years now.
Wiha is right up there amongst the best. I’ve been beyond pleased with my Wiha German screwdrivers. Excellent tip fitment and they hold up. I’ve used my original set a lot and the tips still look brand new.
I've got all kinds of Craftsman from the 70s and 80s of which maybe a half dozen have had handle problems. They are good screwdrivers. I also have a set of Grace USA wood-handle screwdrivers. I find the straight blades are designed to fit slotted screws with flat parallel sides. I'm not completely sold on the feel of the handles. I also have what seems like every brand of combination screwdriver; Craftsman, Husky, Klein, 6-in-1, 13-in-1, ratcheting, multi-bit. In the mix are multiple sets of jeweler's screwdrivers. Most often I'll grab an old Craftsman Made in the USA screwdriver.
The old craftsman ones are very nostalgic! Funny you mention the Grace (gunsmithing) ones. You would probably like the PB Swiss based on how their flat heads are designed.
I have all these and more. PB Swiss with SwissGrip have the best grip and best tip fitment to me. As for tip durability, the PB Swiss are up there, but old Wiha Made in Germany tips are basically indestructible.
I have a Wiha set I’ve been using for awhile now on a tool cart and the tips are immaculate. They really do seem much stronger than the cheaper brands I was using before.
My screwdriver of choice USED to be 'Bahco', but hey that was 50 years ago. I still have most of them, though. I later switched to PB Swiss, both in fixed handle format, like shown in the video and in separate bit and handle format. Both are exceptionally good quality! Never regretted their purchase. Same goes btw for impact bits, for which I only accept both WERA and PB Swiss.
Vessel are great! I’m curious about the serial number on them though, from my familiarity with Vessel I’d think they would have model/part numbers on them and not serial. Do you have a video you can share? I’d be interested in seeing Thank you
I like these old red rubber grip handled Fuller Screwdrivers that my father has. If I had to compare them design wise to something modern, it would be the Klein screwdrivers, but I find the design to be so comfortable, especially if you have to twist a difficult screw. That being said, I still like the USA made Craftsman screwdrivers that I have. The Milwaukee screwdriver handle that you showed looks comfortable and I like the fact that the shank goes all the way through, so that you can strike it with a hammer for when you get those times where something is rusted in place and needs the vibration to help it when trying to break it free.
Have you tried the Vessel Megadora Impactas? You may love those if you like the strike through design. Personally I tend to steer away from them because of the added bulk. Thanks for your comment.
Firsts were lates 70s early 80s Stanley set. First premium was early red Snap-On ratcheting. Lately I have come into Apex bits and zowee - they have to be the nicest 1/4” bits you can get.
Fa com. Not Facome. I have a comprehensive set of the Wiha, very comfortable and won an ergonomics award for the handle. I picked up a PB Swiss at a junk sale, not sure what it is about them but I don't seem to be able to put it down. Very nice handle.
Do you know what is different about the tips on the Facom ones? It seems odd they would manufacture both but make changes to the tips. Thanks for your comment.
@SimpleMindReviews I should be more specific, I am talking about the Facom pro twist with the gold tips, they do also have the normal dark colored tips like the craftsman available. I can't find the description I saw a long time ago, the only current info I could find in my quick search stated that they are CNC machined and inline hardened
I just got that craftsman set from Lowe's and love the feel of them. Own a ton of klein and they have held up well. Also i purchased the USA made Milwaukie screwdrivers and dont like them. Actually broke the tip off of one. Not impressed
That’s really interesting that you say that about the Milwaukee. I was actually going to pick up a Milwaukee USA screwdriver set for my collection but looking at reviews I saw quite a few 1 star reviews reporting broken tips. Maybe they messed up the heat treatment and made the tips too hard to the point where they crossed into the brittle threshold. Maybe they’ll fix that over time
I have a USA Milwaukee slotted screwdriver that I’ve liked so far. But I also have their USA made lineman’s pliers. Don’t like them at all. They don’t cut well, which is one of the main functions of a lineman’s pliers. I hope this is just growing pains of opening a new plant, but so far I’m not impressed with their USA tools.
In Europe, Wiha is "king". I exclude PB Swiss because it's price is beyond all limits. In second place is Felo, who is a little better than Wera and Witte, who are on the same level....my opinion.
I plan on extending my collection to include more of the European brands. Felo and Witte are on my short list of brands to buy soon. Thanks for your comment.
My favourite screwdriver is the one that came with Toyota tool kit never once as it disappointed me ready for what ever type of screwdriver though you can’t beat on it as if you do then your screwed with the side you left on in my case flat end and most of the time you need the Philips side and you can’t get it out easy as you just beat it for that reason I got the wera chisel screwdriver which I highly recommend for beating on
Your Toyota screwdriver, do you happen to know if it is made by Vessel by chance? Just with both being very popular Japanese brands. Are there any markings or indications of the manufacturer on it?
The best screwdriver was were I am from is the Belzer brand they don’t longer exist unfortunately second company is Gedore the 2 brands are so good back then now the Wiha Wera are so good greetings from Holland 🇳🇱
Thank you from watching all the way in Holland! Awesome to see viewers from around the world. I will check out the Gedore set, maybe KC Tool has them. In America KC Tool is a common site to get European tools (except for Wiha or PB Swiss)
@@SimpleMindReviews thanks for answering I like to see that one 2 in carpentry work and electrical work and even car mechanic there toolbox is very well sorted with high quality of tools hand tools like Knipex and Tengtools are one of the favourites greetings 👍👍🇳🇱
Here's the list of screwdrivers: (old) US-built Craftsman, Taiwan-built Milwaukee, US-built Klein, US-built Greenlee, Germany-built Fluke insulated screwdrivers, and China-built Doyle/Harbor Freight. All do just fine.
In my opinion, Wera, Wiha and PB Swiss screwdrivers are the best. If you want to save money, buy Garant screwdrivers made by PB Swiss. Best wishes from Germany.
The best screwdriver is the one you use all the time. I have a bunch of different screwdriver sets. The one I grab to use from my tool bag is the free 4-in-1 screwdriver Harbor Freight gives away every year. It is well balance and with a good weight and lenght. It just feel great in my hand.
Ha. Yeah, I wish H.F. still gave stuff away. I kind of liked the free black handled set they used to give you. They actually are pretty good and fit my hands nicely. You CANNOT beat on them (at all ---,let alone hard) with a hammer however because the handles are hollow and break. But hey - free. I don't know what they actually cost if purchased. That said, I am considering a set of Wiha or Wera. They look nice. I have a set of Kobalt like shown in the video, but the handles are a little bulky for me.
As others have said you are missing one of the best. Snap On. Mine are about 40 years old and going strong, even better than my Matcos. A few have been replaced over the years, but still great. Pay once and be done for life.
I will probably eventually get a Snap On set. I’ve looked at them before but personally they just don’t jump out at me. I will eventually grab a pair though since I have a habit of collecting certain tools
You missed the ACTUAL best screwdriver….. as an electrician we use them more than most . The name is IRAZOLA from SPAIN. the two worst I have used are KLIEN ( good shanks rubbish handles ) and SNAP,ON - way too brittle , and as ever massively over priced . Sorry to,pop your “ in the world “ bubble
@@SimpleMindReviews I have most of what you tested on your channel plus snap-on, vintage yankee #90, Wiha and a few more. IMHO, the Brownell's beat them all - including Snap-On & Mac. Try the set of Phillips sizes (about $30 bucks) you will not regret it! BTW, they come as both regular screwdrivers with handles and the bits only to be used in the handle of your choice. What they call the "Law Enforcement" magnetic handle is the best IMHO (if you are going to buy only the bits).
I picked up a few sets of the Craftsman V Series screwdrivers that were on clearance. Those are Facom rebranded. Made in France and identical (other than Craftsman branding) to the Facom ones I’m seeing on Mister Worker. Good stuff!
@ that’s what I got too! A set of Filo wood handled screwdrivers for my wood shop. But they came with polyurethane on the handles. I scraped them down with cabinet scrapers and refinished them with pure tung oil. They’re so purdy I hate to use ‘em. I dig out the old screwdrivers they replaced for projects. I gotta quit that. But they look so grand. With chrome shafts and a leather striking cap on the handle. Leather! And they weren’t expensive.
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As a DIYer I have bought almost all of my screwdrivers second-hand. I have complete set of Craftsman screwdrivers that do not smell. I like the acetate because it doesn't get dirty. Some of my favorite screwdrivers are some old wooden handle ones that I have restored. Very nice and you feel like you are really using a legacy tool. I have big hands so the fatter handles like Fatmax really feel the best. You can get a good grip. -Tom
From Europe: Tip quality and fitment: Wiha are fabulous. Handle: Felo and the French Bost brand (Now nearly impossible to find, but it’s the same as Stanley FatMax). PB Swiss with their “simpler” handles are also very good in use. Japanese Vessel have unusual but very well handling drivers - and the Philips/JIS tips on the Vessels are like Wiha. I used to pick my Wera drivers for a while, but Wiha does the best fitment tips for Philips and Pozidrive. Klein and US drivers are simply not available here. Also, they have too thick handles - ok for some mechanical work, otherwise not.
The Klein do have a very unique grip to them. Here in America they’re famous for electricians. You will see almost all electricians using Klein screwdrivers but other trades and homeowners hardly use them.
Thank you for commenting from Europe.
The Felo wood handles are on my soon to get list
I have the Tekton hard handles and I really enjoy them. Great video!
Thank you!
I need to buy some Tekton stuff, I’ve been missing out. I’ve heard nothing but positive things about Tekton
@SimpleMindReviews I have a few of their tools, ratchets (comfort grip), sockets, pliers, screwdrivers, etc. My only complaint is they are starting to get expensive. Unfortunately their pricing pushes me to Harbor Freight more and more.
Never seen the wera model with the flip shank, very cool!
That one was limited to the 2023 Advent Calendar I believe. I really like it. I keep it in my house as my “go to” household screwdriver set.
Maintenance tech here, Vessel, PB Swiss, and FELO(German Brand)
All great choices!
A video contrasting Philips, DIN, combo, and JIS would be interesting!
I’ll add it to the list, I’ve been busy lately. I like your suggestion
Handles are more about the individual feel, it changes hand to hand. The most important thing on screwdrivers is fastener fitment, and shank quality. Everything else is extra. The top 3 I can think of are Vessel megadora, snap -on, PB swiss. All of those have almost everything I said.
Those 3 are excellent choices! Have you tried any German made Wiha screwdrivers?
@@SimpleMindReviews yes, not that's good, I put them next to wera. Wera in my opinion is the most overrated driver. I own multiple to include them. The megadora and snap-on are my go to. For flat heads nothing beats the PB swiss. I also like the stalhwille drawll, they are a light weight. My hands don't get tired with them. But they aren't heavy duty, can't beat them up. The Facom protwist is also a great driver, the Craftsman rebranded ones are basically the same. People are sleeping on those. Nothing against craftsman, but those plastic classic drivers are complete trash. I didn't like the USA or imported version. The SK rebranded ones were much better. Sorry I can talk about drivers all day, and I own many brands.
@@andrestntI'm the same 🤦♂️ If I told you how many Japanese, German, French, Swiss, & Wera (Check) screwdrivers I have most people would think I'm making up stories. I've also got NOS German screwdrivers, n 9:34 ut drivers, T handles from the 2000's. Then there are bits, bit drivers, ratcheting bit drivers, but holders, bit extentions, bit adapters, reduced anvil bits, 1" bits, 1.5" bits, 2", 3", 4", 6" and even 8" 🤦♂️ & but storage. I agree with you about Wera in general, I think they are over rated and there are better options...but if purchased on sale they are ok and better than anything in most box stores. I mainly use Japanese long anvil bits. It's a bit silly how much of this stuff I have considering I'm not in a trade. A good reduced shank Japanese anvil bit JDM (Japanese domestic Market) on a Wiha Centrofix or Hazet 810bh/bhk makes me happy. I don't have the new Hazet 811bh...yet 😢
I appreciate your comment! The Facom Craftsman are quickly growing on me big time
Funny you mention that, the Wiha CentroFlex is on my list to buy soon
Vessel or PB swiss with swissgrip
The PB Swiss is excellent
My fav is the vessel with the red ball end. No slip what-so-ever in the hand and I’ve never stripped out a screw. Highly recommend…
For me, the best screwdrivers I have ever tried and own are Vessel Megadora. They're my personal favorite. I deal with a lot of JIS hardware with Honda, Nissan, and Toyota. But, the JIS works extremely well in regular phillips as well. I also have an old set of red and black handled Gearwrench screwdrivers that have served me fairly well. They're by no means great, but they're still alive and working after about 7 or 8 years now.
The Vessel is a great option! I don’t have the megadora (yet) but the Wood Compo has impressed me
I like wiha screwdrivers. Great Tips and handles.
Wiha is right up there amongst the best. I’ve been beyond pleased with my Wiha German screwdrivers. Excellent tip fitment and they hold up. I’ve used my original set a lot and the tips still look brand new.
Yes I do sir the Williams 19pc set is my home set and the Snap on one is my professional set for work.
I’ve been thinking about getting a Williams set but haven’t done so yet, I keep buying other brands as you can tell lol
As a Carpenter, I don’t use screwdrivers much, but I use Snap-On.
Have you checked out the Williams ones?
I've got all kinds of Craftsman from the 70s and 80s of which maybe a half dozen have had handle problems. They are good screwdrivers. I also have a set of Grace USA wood-handle screwdrivers. I find the straight blades are designed to fit slotted screws with flat parallel sides. I'm not completely sold on the feel of the handles.
I also have what seems like every brand of combination screwdriver; Craftsman, Husky, Klein, 6-in-1, 13-in-1, ratcheting, multi-bit. In the mix are multiple sets of jeweler's screwdrivers.
Most often I'll grab an old Craftsman Made in the USA screwdriver.
The old craftsman ones are very nostalgic!
Funny you mention the Grace (gunsmithing) ones. You would probably like the PB Swiss based on how their flat heads are designed.
I have all these and more. PB Swiss with SwissGrip have the best grip and best tip fitment to me. As for tip durability, the PB Swiss are up there, but old Wiha Made in Germany tips are basically indestructible.
I have a Wiha set I’ve been using for awhile now on a tool cart and the tips are immaculate. They really do seem much stronger than the cheaper brands I was using before.
My screwdriver of choice USED to be 'Bahco', but hey that was 50 years ago. I still have most of them, though. I later switched to PB Swiss, both in fixed handle format, like shown in the video and in separate bit and handle format. Both are exceptionally good quality! Never regretted their purchase. Same goes btw for impact bits, for which I only accept both WERA and PB Swiss.
Are PB Swiss impact rated? I never see them advertise that.
Both of those are great options!
@@sammiches6859 PB Swiss also supplies 1/4" impact driver bits and their quality is a cut above the rest.
I use Vessel as much as I can. Very good quality and have a serial number on each.
Vessel are great!
I’m curious about the serial number on them though, from my familiarity with Vessel I’d think they would have model/part numbers on them and not serial. Do you have a video you can share? I’d be interested in seeing
Thank you
I like these old red rubber grip handled Fuller Screwdrivers that my father has. If I had to compare them design wise to something modern, it would be the Klein screwdrivers, but I find the design to be so comfortable, especially if you have to twist a difficult screw. That being said, I still like the USA made Craftsman screwdrivers that I have. The Milwaukee screwdriver handle that you showed looks comfortable and I like the fact that the shank goes all the way through, so that you can strike it with a hammer for when you get those times where something is rusted in place and needs the vibration to help it when trying to break it free.
Have you tried the Vessel Megadora Impactas? You may love those if you like the strike through design. Personally I tend to steer away from them because of the added bulk. Thanks for your comment.
Wiha, then Wera, then Filo. I have sets of all three.
Vessel for JIS screws. And their ratcheting ball grip is nice in certain situations.
Some very nice choices here!
Thank you!
Witte/Matco screw drivers followed by the new MAC/Proto screw drivers are my favorites although the goose egg shaped wiha are pretty great too.
I will have to check those other ones out that you mentioned
Cool video. My favorite are PB Swiss. Also a fan of Wiha, Wera, Felo and Vessel.
Thank you for your comment. They are all great choices
Firsts were lates 70s early 80s Stanley set. First premium was early red Snap-On ratcheting.
Lately I have come into Apex bits and zowee - they have to be the nicest 1/4” bits you can get.
Those USA made black and yellow handled Stanley’s are excellent!
Wiha, Gedore, Wera, Felo (But with the softgrip handles)
I want some Felo wood handles
@ you should try the one with the softgrip handles. They are called Ergonic… Trust me 😉
I like German screwdrivers - Wera, Felo, Gedore - Felo is by far the best. Koken are also great.
I really need to get a set of Felo. Everyone seems to swear by them
Klein and Wera are my go to screwdrivers
Great choices!
Fa com. Not Facome.
I have a comprehensive set of the Wiha, very comfortable and won an ergonomics award for the handle.
I picked up a PB Swiss at a junk sale, not sure what it is about them but I don't seem to be able to put it down. Very nice handle.
Thank you for the pronunciation guide
Yes the PB Swiss are nice!
The Facom pro twist have a different tip and it has a slightly better fitment but the craftsman fitment is not bad at all
Do you know what is different about the tips on the Facom ones? It seems odd they would manufacture both but make changes to the tips. Thanks for your comment.
@SimpleMindReviews I should be more specific, I am talking about the Facom pro twist with the gold tips, they do also have the normal dark colored tips like the craftsman available. I can't find the description I saw a long time ago, the only current info I could find in my quick search stated that they are CNC machined and inline hardened
I just got that craftsman set from Lowe's and love the feel of them. Own a ton of klein and they have held up well. Also i purchased the USA made Milwaukie screwdrivers and dont like them. Actually broke the tip off of one. Not impressed
That’s really interesting that you say that about the Milwaukee.
I was actually going to pick up a Milwaukee USA screwdriver set for my collection but looking at reviews I saw quite a few 1 star reviews reporting broken tips.
Maybe they messed up the heat treatment and made the tips too hard to the point where they crossed into the brittle threshold.
Maybe they’ll fix that over time
I have a USA Milwaukee slotted screwdriver that I’ve liked so far. But I also have their USA made lineman’s pliers. Don’t like them at all. They don’t cut well, which is one of the main functions of a lineman’s pliers. I hope this is just growing pains of opening a new plant, but so far I’m not impressed with their USA tools.
Vessel Megadoras are the Best screwdrivers..... I started as a young boy 60 yrs ago with Craftsman
I don’t have the megadora but I’ve been really impressed with the Vessel Wood Compo
In Europe, Wiha is "king". I exclude PB Swiss because it's price is beyond all limits. In second place is Felo, who is a little better than Wera and Witte, who are on the same level....my opinion.
I think the Hazet and Gedore are both better just need to get a Stahlwille set next
I plan on extending my collection to include more of the European brands. Felo and Witte are on my short list of brands to buy soon. Thanks for your comment.
Those are excellent brands too
@@andrewscott8892 All three only sells rebrandend Oplast and Witte (Stahlwillee have some Witte)screwdrivers.
My favourite screwdriver is the one that came with Toyota tool kit never once as it disappointed me ready for what ever type of screwdriver though you can’t beat on it as if you do then your screwed with the side you left on in my case flat end and most of the time you need the Philips side and you can’t get it out easy as you just beat it for that reason I got the wera chisel screwdriver which I highly recommend for beating on
Your Toyota screwdriver, do you happen to know if it is made by Vessel by chance? Just with both being very popular Japanese brands. Are there any markings or indications of the manufacturer on it?
The best screwdriver was were I am from is the Belzer brand they don’t longer exist unfortunately second company is Gedore the 2 brands are so good back then now the Wiha Wera are so good greetings from Holland 🇳🇱
Thank you from watching all the way in Holland! Awesome to see viewers from around the world.
I will check out the Gedore set, maybe KC Tool has them. In America KC Tool is a common site to get European tools (except for Wiha or PB Swiss)
@@SimpleMindReviews thanks for answering I like to see that one 2 in carpentry work and electrical work and even car mechanic there toolbox is very well sorted with high quality of tools hand tools like Knipex and Tengtools are one of the favourites greetings 👍👍🇳🇱
Felo, PB then WERA
Here's the list of screwdrivers: (old) US-built Craftsman, Taiwan-built Milwaukee, US-built Klein, US-built Greenlee, Germany-built Fluke insulated screwdrivers, and China-built Doyle/Harbor Freight. All do just fine.
I wasn’t aware of Fluke screwdrivers…that sounds cool!
I like the USA made hard handle Tekton and the new USA made Milwaukee screwdrivers are really nice.
I have been planning on picking up the USA Milwaukee ones
Wiha
Love my Wiha screwdrivers!
My favorite is an old square wood handled stubby made in Taiwan.
Does it have any brand markings on it?
@SimpleMindReviews No markings at all. I'm guessing about Taiwan as so many came from there. I'm currently restoring my third one.
Hard square handle from snap on perfect grip and easy clean up from oil the soft grips always waste away over the years no matter the brand
Thanks for your comment. Do you have the Williams set too?
In my opinion, Wera, Wiha and PB Swiss screwdrivers are the best. If you want to save money, buy Garant screwdrivers made by PB Swiss. Best wishes from Germany.
That is just fantastic. I had no idea there was a cheaper version of PB Swiss made by PB Swiss.
Thank you!
I was not familiar with Garant but I just looked them up. Very interesting
Right?!
The best screwdriver is the one you use all the time. I have a bunch of different screwdriver sets. The one I grab to use from my tool bag is the free 4-in-1 screwdriver Harbor Freight gives away every year. It is well balance and with a good weight and lenght. It just feel great in my hand.
I know what you mean, sometimes we all have that “go to” favorite despite it not necessarily being the best. Thanks for your comment.
Ha. Yeah, I wish H.F. still gave stuff away. I kind of liked the free black handled set they used to give you. They actually are pretty good and fit my hands nicely. You CANNOT beat on them (at all ---,let alone hard) with a hammer however because the handles are hollow and break. But hey - free. I don't know what they actually cost if purchased.
That said, I am considering a set of Wiha or Wera. They look nice. I have a set of Kobalt like shown in the video, but the handles are a little bulky for me.
Wiha or Wera
Thanks for your comment. Both great choices
wera
Good choice
As others have said you are missing one of the best. Snap On. Mine are about 40 years old and going strong, even better than my Matcos. A few have been replaced over the years, but still great. Pay once and be done for life.
I will probably eventually get a Snap On set. I’ve looked at them before but personally they just don’t jump out at me. I will eventually grab a pair though since I have a habit of collecting certain tools
You missed the ACTUAL best screwdriver….. as an electrician we use them more than most . The name is IRAZOLA from SPAIN. the two worst I have used are KLIEN ( good shanks rubbish handles ) and SNAP,ON - way too brittle , and as ever massively over priced . Sorry to,pop your “ in the world “ bubble
Thank you for your opinion.
The Vessel PH/JIS drivers are really hard to beat except the Impacta…. That joke is writing jtself
lol good one
Brownell's is better than all of these! Made in USA and best quality I have ever used!
I have nothing against Brownells or USA products but I have some serious doubts that they are better than PB Swiss, Vessel, Wiha etc
@@SimpleMindReviews I have most of what you tested on your channel plus snap-on, vintage yankee #90, Wiha and a few more. IMHO, the Brownell's beat them all - including Snap-On & Mac. Try the set of Phillips sizes (about $30 bucks) you will not regret it! BTW, they come as both regular screwdrivers with handles and the bits only to be used in the handle of your choice. What they call the "Law Enforcement" magnetic handle is the best IMHO (if you are going to buy only the bits).
I will check them out, thank you! I may post a video on them in the future
Facom
I picked up a few sets of the Craftsman V Series screwdrivers that were on clearance. Those are Facom rebranded. Made in France and identical (other than Craftsman branding) to the Facom ones I’m seeing on Mister Worker. Good stuff!
Wiha, then Wera, then Filo. I have sets of all three.
Vessel for JIS screws. And their ratcheting ball grip is nice in certain situations.
The Felo wood handles are on my list to buy soon
@ that’s what I got too!
A set of Filo wood handled screwdrivers for my wood shop.
But they came with polyurethane on the handles.
I scraped them down with cabinet scrapers and refinished them with pure tung oil.
They’re so purdy I hate to use ‘em. I dig out the old screwdrivers they replaced for projects. I gotta quit that.
But they look so grand. With chrome shafts and a leather striking cap on the handle.
Leather! And they weren’t expensive.