Screwdivers

[Yetibelle]

The old off-set screw drivers work really well, I have torqued on some of those flat head screws and they don't move, then I tried the off-set and they come right out.  I wish I could find them in every size  Don't forget the magnet tray, they are so handy. 

 

 

[brmax]

This is my best choice for this work,  i have found different bits available in this set that really! fit

The 15 series jukis i work on and also a singer have why i dont know, several different screw heads. It is surprising that this kit mentioned is way beyond the standard drivers. 

https://www.amazon.com/Wheeler-89-Piece-Deluxe-Gunsmithing-Screwdriver/dp/B001C63M7O

In the shop i keep a standard set of snap on screw drivers. I always have liked the ability to use a wrench with these in stabilizing and putting some extra torque for removal. 

I never had any nice x-long drivers, but do agree the electric series offer some of interest for special work. 

The craftsman black handle drivers i always liked as the blasted tips i thought were spot on for fit in most standard screws. The handles i liked better than the old clear, red and blue. This brand was my only purchase for service truck and shop box before retiring. I had an apprentice box in 80 with snap on drivers and traded it with new job position that required a service truck.  Since then for pro money use i used craftsman for drivers and snap on tools for everthing else. I did work in a set of matco torx drivers for lite work and the handles were pretty darn nice. 

All things considered i really wish i had invested in the wheeler set for special work long ago, really just needed at the home for special work. When your setting there with a parker or a beretta you should have a proper tool before movin ahead. 

Good day

Floyd

[Gregg From Keystone Sewing]

These are some of the best darn, tried and true screwdrivers I can find, and I've tried a lot of 'em.  Don't want to drop brand names, but I can attest to the fact that they were made here in USA.

[Darren Brosowski]

I use my trusty electrical screwdrivers but have a variety of older types that have been ground to shape for various jobs.

[Stuggi]

Wera makes nice screwdrivers, and with the most common from Wera and an assortment of older random brand stubby ones I usually get by. Flat blade screwdrivers are a bit odd in that regard that you need a lot more of them than the Phillips and Pozidrive ones. If you want to get really picky, you should pick up a bits set for gunsmithing, they usually have a huge array of different width and thickness of flathead bits. 

Never used this one on a sewing machine, but it has saved me from tearing down hours of work to get to a single screw so many times when working on equipment in datacenters; it's a small ratchet bit driver that fits in the palm of your hand.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/4bo/innovative-profile-squat-stubby-ratcheting-screwdriver-engineer/B002L6HJ82/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1494054383&sr=8-2&keywords=ratchet+palm+bits

 

Edited May 6, 2017 by Stuggi

[480volt]

Second on the Wiha. I use insulated ones for energized work and I have never broken or worn out the tip on one. The rest of mine are Klein.

[garypl]

On 5/3/2017 at 7:05 AM, trash treasure said:

Get a set of Chapman gunsmith screwdrivers - Wouldn't be without them :

https://chapmanmfg.com/collections/slotted-flathead-sets/products/8900-standard-set-12-slotted-bits

I agree about the Chapman screwdrivers - I have been using a set of Chapman screwdrivers with the ratchet wrench for over 30 years and have never broken or twisted any of the bits - top quality!

[ChapmanMFG]

On 5/7/2017 at 8:28 AM, garypl said:

I agree about the Chapman screwdrivers - I have been using a set of Chapman screwdrivers with the ratchet wrench for over 30 years and have never broken or twisted any of the bits - top quality!

Thanks so much for recommending our tools! We work hard to produce precision, quality bits and I'm so happy to hear that our tools have served the 3 of you well. Our tools have been used on sewing machines for a long time because our hollow ground bits fit the full depth and width of slotted screws unlike typical tapered screwdrivers. Also our bits are engineered to bend/break before damaging the screw. 

We've been in business since 1936 and have grown to about 15 people. Most of our new customers are referrals from other customers as we do not have a large marketing budget. 

Is there anything that you need that we don't currently make?

Thanks again,

Joel - Chapman MFG

joel@chapmanmfg.com

 

 

[garypl]

4 hours ago, ChapmanMFG said:

Thanks so much for recommending our tools! We work hard to produce precision, quality bits and I'm so happy to hear that our tools have served the 3 of you well. Our tools have been used on sewing machines for a long time because our hollow ground bits fit the full depth and width of slotted screws unlike typical tapered screwdrivers. Also our bits are engineered to bend/break before damaging the screw. 

We've been in business since 1936 and have grown to about 15 people. Most of our new customers are referrals from other customers as we do not have a large marketing budget. 

Is there anything that you need that we don't currently make?

Thanks again,

Joel - Chapman MFG

joel@chapmanmfg.com

 

 

Hi Joel,

I think a collection of bits specifically aimed at sewing machine usage would be a good seller for you.  The set I bought has a few bits that I will not use.  I can’t speak for every type of machine out there, but I can provide you with a list of the bits I use on my CB4500, so you know what many leather craftsmen have to use on their equipment.  Maybe others on this forum can add commonly used bits they use on other machines and you can assemble a set based on this input.

I will post a list when I get home tonight.

Gary

[JJN]

15 hours ago, ChapmanMFG said:

Thanks so much for recommending our tools! We work hard to produce precision, quality bits and I'm so happy to hear that our tools have served the 3 of you well. Our tools have been used on sewing machines for a long time because our hollow ground bits fit the full depth and width of slotted screws unlike typical tapered screwdrivers. Also our bits are engineered to bend/break before damaging the screw. 

We've been in business since 1936 and have grown to about 15 people. Most of our new customers are referrals from other customers as we do not have a large marketing budget. 

Is there anything that you need that we don't currently make?

Thanks again,

Joel - Chapman MFG

joel@chapmanmfg.com

 

 

I've been using Chapman Mfg. screwdrivers for a couple years now. They are American made and top quality. Here is a suggestion. Spend about $100 and get the Master Set. You will use it for everything, guns, auto, home repairs and more. I made a list the tool bits that fit specific screw heads I turn on my sewing machines and made a custom set for each machine. You can easily order just the bits you need ($1.50 +/-) and additional ratchets.