Good Screwdrivers

[96redsportside]

Is there any company that makes a really good philips head screwdriver that doesn't wear out on the end over time. I've had Stanleys, Cummins, Craftsmans, and Black & Decker and they all either broke or wore out.

I wish I could count all the ones I've destroyed over time. I'm halfway tempted to order that $150 screwdriver from snap-on. Just thought I'd ask first.

[Firestrike87]

I have used Klein screwdrivers in the past. You mainly see electricians use them. I used a set for two years every day and am yet to replace one.

[keeler]

Get some of that good Trpoicana orange juice for starters, then some good quality vodka! Them some good screwdrivers... :antiteef:

Nah, but really, i agree on the Kleins bit, good quality stuff imo

[96redsportside]

I have used Klein screwdrivers in the past. You mainly see electricians use them. I used a set for two years every day and am yet to replace one.

Where do they sell those at?

[Tech Guy]

Kleins rock. They are all we used when I ws doing electrical work. Any electrical supply house will have them.

[Firestrike87]

I have seen them at both Home Depot and Lowe's along with any Electrical supply house. They are expensive imo. I think they are like $10.00 a piece and up depending on the size.

Here's a 7 pack.
http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=100341457&N=10000003+90401+502868&marketID=401&locStoreNum=8125

[Bens95cobra8594]

Is there any company that makes a really good philips head screwdriver that doesn't wear out on the end over time. I've had Stanleys, Cummins, Craftsmans, and Black & Decker and they all either broke or wore out.

I wish I could count all the ones I've destroyed over time. I'm halfway tempted to order that $150 screwdriver from snap-on. Just thought I'd ask first.


Hey dude, my $.02 is by the Snappy ones. I have a set of 6 of them and I have NEVER EVER come close to stripping the philips one. Or the flat head for that matter. I also use them as prybars and hammer on them to loosen things. I really abuse the hell out of them and they come back for more.

I have about 50 screwdrivers (no joke) and the Snappy ones are the first ones I grab. I love the handle and the tips are top notch. I really recommend them.

Other tools you can cheap out on (I certainly have), but I have a bunch of Snappy ones and they are all really great quality.

I can't say enough 'bout the Snappy screwdrivers. They work cherrrrry and have never come close to stripping and I am REALLY hard on tools. I buy cheap ones because I strip and break them all the time. Especially screwdrivers, but the Snappy ones are the only ones I have had for more than 5 years.

Example: I bought 20 small pocket flat blade snappy screwdrivers on eBay about 2 years ago because they are handy and if I break them, whatever, they were $20 for all of them.

The real-size ones are a great investment. I would really push to get them, truely and honestly. My father in law is an electrician by trade and he swears by them. I have used about every tool brand known to man and I will ALWAYS buy snappy screwdrivers. I am not die hard about many tools, but they screwdrivers have NEVER let me down. They were well worth the $150.

Hope this helps bro.

[keeler]

Snap-on screwdrivers are also excellent to.. Cant go wrong with Kleins or Snap-ons IMO

[Jokeman]

I have Craftsman Pro and Snap-On. Ill go for the Snap-On's before the Craftsman Pro's anyday. My old man broke the tip off a craftsman pro using one for the first time, I was none too impressed with them

[96redsportside]

I have seen them at both Home Depot and Lowe's along with any Electrical supply house. They are expensive imo. I think they are like $10.00 a piece and up depending on the size.

Here's a 7 pack.
http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=100341457&N=10000003+90401+502868&marketID=401&locStoreNum=8125
That price is worth it to me if they last me the rest of my life. I do a lot of electronics repair and other little jobs where I'm constantly required to use screwdrivers. I can't afford for the head to break off when I'm in the middle of a job. I can cheap out on sockets, wrenches, etc since they don't seem to wear out as easily. I'm just tired of buying new screwdrivers constantly when everything else I have holds up just fine.

Anyone know anything about cornwell screwdrivers? My uncle is a cornwell salesman so I may go talk to him about getting a set. I know most of their stuff is very high quality.

[97Silverado]

Hey dude, my $.02 is by the Snappy ones. I have a set of 6 of them and I have NEVER EVER come close to stripping the philips one. Or the flat head for that matter. I also use them as prybars and hammer on them to loosen things. I really abuse the hell out of them and they come back for more.

I have about 50 screwdrivers (no joke) and the Snappy ones are the first ones I grab. I love the handle and the tips are top notch. I really recommend them.

Other tools you can cheap out on (I certainly have), but I have a bunch of Snappy ones and they are all really great quality.

I can't say enough 'bout the Snappy screwdrivers. They work cherrrrry and have never come close to stripping and I am REALLY hard on tools. I buy cheap ones because I strip and break them all the time. Especially screwdrivers, but the Snappy ones are the only ones I have had for more than 5 years.

Example: I bought 20 small pocket flat blade snappy screwdrivers on eBay about 2 years ago because they are handy and if I break them, whatever, they were $20 for all of them.

The real-size ones are a great investment. I would really push to get them, truely and honestly. My father in law is an electrician by trade and he swears by them. I have used about every tool brand known to man and I will ALWAYS buy snappy screwdrivers. I am not die hard about many tools, but they screwdrivers have NEVER let me down. They were well worth the $150.

Hope this helps bro.Never heard of Snappy. Where can ya get them? Any links?

[Atomic]

I think he meant snap-on? :run:

[Bens95cobra8594]

I think he meant snap-on? :run:
Yes, ha ha, he did. All the techs I have worked with in the past always called the Snap-On salesman "Snappy." So it sticks.

[Black90Sport]

I have Craftsman Pro and Snap-On. Ill go for the Snap-On's before the Craftsman Pro's anyday. My old man broke the tip off a craftsman pro using one for the first time, I was none too impressed with them

craftsman are lifetime guaranteed so if they break or strip out u can go to a local (sears or craftsman carrier) and switch them out right? correct me if im wrong

[ont_guy_38]

I ran a Bodyshop for 17 years and I would recommend Snap-On screwdrivers to anybody.I took out so many screws with snap on that others would not touch because they bite so much better and they are warrantied for life as long .As you have the handle they will replace the blade

[Tinkerer]

I have Craftsman Pro and Snap-On. Ill go for the Snap-On's before the Craftsman Pro's anyday. My old man broke the tip off a craftsman pro using one for the first time, I was none too impressed with them

I agree with Jokeman. I got some Craftsman Pro screwdrivers for Father's Day. I was disappointed with the quality.

I just bought an S-K brand Phillips that I am going to try.

[xjfish]

I have the snap-on base orange handle set. Nice big easy to see/clean handles. Never stripped one... I also use the hell outa them. Overpriced but IMO worth it.

[KB1OEV]

craftsman are lifetime guaranteed so if they break or strip out u can go to a local (sears or craftsman carrier) and switch them out right? correct me if im wrong

That is correct.

I have mostly craftsman tools because they are pretty good quality and they have the guarantee. In some situations I would buy better quality tools, such as the ones I keep in my truck for emergency use. If for some reason I need to do a repair on the road (or off), it doesn't matter if the tools are guaranteed, if I break one I am screwed.

[96redsportside]

That is correct.

I have mostly craftsman tools because they are pretty good quality and they have the guarantee. In some situations I would buy better quality tools, such as the ones I keep in my truck for emergency use. If for some reason I need to do a repair on the road (or off), it doesn't matter if the tools are guaranteed, if I break one I am screwed.

Agreed, if one breaks I have to take time to ask myself if I really want another.

[powderkeg]

I had purchased my dad a set of craftsman pro screwdrivers back in the mid 90s. They were all black, with gold lettering. Awsome screwdrivers, though you cannot get them now. I was bummed because I wanted a set for myself and went to sears this summer to get some, but they had some crappy "professional" knock offs. I ended up with a set of proto screwdrivers, so far so good! http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/items/5HM67

[AllThrtl]

Another vote for the Snap-Ons... I no longer wrench for a living, but you will never find anything but Snap-On screwdrivers or ratchets in my box. They're expensive, but NOT overpriced, I'd pay more if I had to, but don't tell the snappy man that, LOL.... Snap-ons will wear, just like any other tool, although probably at a much slower rate, but at the first sign of wear I simply have the Snappy man replace the tip and it's good for another year or two of abuse...

[Joe]

Is there any company that makes a really good philips head screwdriver that doesn't wear out on the end over time. I've had Stanleys, Cummins, Craftsmans, and Black & Decker and they all either broke or wore out.

I wish I could count all the ones I've destroyed over time. I'm halfway tempted to order that $150 screwdriver from snap-on. Just thought I'd ask first.
How the hell are you using these screwdrivers?
I've had the same Craftsman set for over 12 years and they are fine.

Craftsman has the lifetime replacement warranty, buy them, don't mis-use them, if one breaks/wears out, go to any Sears or Kmart store and you get a new one :D

[Joe]

That is correct.

I have mostly craftsman tools because they are pretty good quality and they have the guarantee. In some situations I would buy better quality tools, such as the ones I keep in my truck for emergency use. If for some reason I need to do a repair on the road (or off), it doesn't matter if the tools are guaranteed, if I break one I am screwed.
Who carrys only one screwdriver in a situation like that :think:

[slammins15]

I have a cheapy set of screwdrivers and so far they have worked fine,some of the bigger ones even have a hex at the top of the shaft to put a wrench on for more torque and I have never broke a tip on them yet. I do have a snap-on ratchet screwdriver that has removed stubborn screws the cheapies couldn't bite into.

[AllThrtl]

For me, it's not about breaking the tips. It's about how the phillips wear. I've never seen a Crapsman screwdriver bite like a Snap-on screwdriver. Most new Craftsman screwdrivers don't bite as well as a worn out Snap-on... IMHO.

[Kidney]

I dunno...I haven't had good luck with the WF stamped Craftsman screw drivers. (WF=Western Forge, who makes the screw drivers for Craftsman) I've heard that they are switching companies and Pratt Read (should be marked PR on the handle) will be making the newer Craftsman screw drivers, which I feel will be a good change. If you're still looking for other options, I would look at Whiha or Mayhew, too.

[00shortbox]

I love the Matco screwdrivers, very tough and comfortable. The snap-on ones are nice too, but if you break a matco one they replace the whole thing, not just put a new driver in the old handle. If you break a snap-on handle, you're screwed... you buy it.