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Offline bear95

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Best screw/bit set
« on: Wed, 06 February 2013, 20:50:10 »
After cutting my hands constantly, I've decided to finally get a decent screw set for things like electronics and watches.
I was considering getting the ifixit small bits set but I've read that the bits break easily.
Any suggestions?

Offline mistakemistake

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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #1 on: Wed, 06 February 2013, 20:51:21 »
I use and recommend moody tools!

Here is a pretty complete set from amazon
« Last Edit: Wed, 06 February 2013, 20:53:45 by mistakemistake »

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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #2 on: Wed, 06 February 2013, 20:52:53 »
This set might be too big for watches, but I highly recommend it. Gear Wrench Micro Driver set.

Got a bunch of hex, star, flathead, and phillips head bits plus sockets. Think I got mine for like $15 at Sears?

Offline PointyFox

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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #3 on: Wed, 06 February 2013, 21:12:35 »
I recommend Wiha drivers. Indestructable and well machined.

Here are some sets:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002RL7YJ0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002RL7YJ0&linkCode=as2&tag=jcopronet-20

http://www.amazon.com/Wiha-92190-Master-Technicians-Bench/dp/B000T9XZFO
These also come in an ESD set as well.

Of course you can buy them in smaller sets or individually too.

Check out their website:
http://www.wihatools.com/pro_Precision.htm
« Last Edit: Wed, 06 February 2013, 21:22:48 by PointyFox »

Offline sordna

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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #4 on: Wed, 06 February 2013, 21:20:54 »
This set might be too big for watches, but I highly recommend it. Gear Wrench Micro Driver set.

Got a bunch of hex, star, flathead, and phillips head bits plus sockets. Think I got mine for like $15 at Sears?

I got this exact set and the ratcheting wrench broke the first day while inserting an adapter! The black wratcheting thingy broke off.
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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #5 on: Wed, 06 February 2013, 21:25:05 »
This set might be too big for watches, but I highly recommend it. Gear Wrench Micro Driver set.

Got a bunch of hex, star, flathead, and phillips head bits plus sockets. Think I got mine for like $15 at Sears?

I got this exact set and the ratcheting wrench broke the first day while inserting an adapter! The black wratcheting thingy broke off.

I thought there was a nice warranty on them...hm

Offline IvanIvanovich

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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #6 on: Thu, 07 February 2013, 13:03:23 »
I bought my set of tiny screwdrivers from Dollar Tree. Dirt cheap and they have been perfectly durable and fine, though mostly I just use 2 of the flat ones to open switches.... Granted they are a separate whole screwdriver for every size (.5mm to 3mm, 000 to 0, and some star version), but I don't really see a problem with that.
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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #7 on: Thu, 07 February 2013, 13:08:27 »
I just bought a cheap set of precision screw drivers from Fleet Farm for $3. It only had Phillips and flat head, but that's all I ever use anyways so it worked out great
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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #8 on: Thu, 07 February 2013, 14:14:40 »
My micro's are Craftsman,  munge a tip and get a replacement under guarantee :)

My  normal size stuff I have a Craftsman ratcheting 1/4" driver handle and the original tips and then a massive collection of DeWalt, Milwaukee, and random junk tips.  Also got a Craftsman close-quarters 1/4" ratchet and tip set.

You might think I have this thing for Craftsman but the only other item I have is a DMM.  My wrench set is Stanley, 2nd hand and missing a couple :(
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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #9 on: Fri, 08 February 2013, 13:48:35 »
I recommend Wiha drivers. Indestructable and well machined.

Here are some sets:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002RL7YJ0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002RL7YJ0&linkCode=as2&tag=jcopronet-20

http://www.amazon.com/Wiha-92190-Master-Technicians-Bench/dp/B000T9XZFO
These also come in an ESD set as well.

Of course you can buy them in smaller sets or individually too.

Check out their website:
http://www.wihatools.com/pro_Precision.htm

I also mainly use Wiha bits and screwdrivers...
As a mechanic who also does a lot DIY stuff I can recommend em!

Offline pby

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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #10 on: Sat, 09 February 2013, 14:52:41 »
I'd recommend PB swiss tools and Wiha for electronics. If you work with a lot of flat head screws, definitely consider these. More torque and less likely to scratch up screws.
Moody tools are good also, they carry a JIS screwdriver set which is quite handy if you work with japanese electronics.

Screwdrivers for watches are quite different to electronic screwdrivers however, they usually have replaceable tips and you can use a sharpening stone on those. Bergeon makes very good drivers for watches but comes at a price.

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Re: Best screw/bit set
« Reply #11 on: Wed, 01 May 2013, 03:35:19 »
I also recommend the Wiha sets (german made).
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