screwdrivers

[JEBar]

this thread goes back a ways, I'm looking for recommendations from folks who have used any of the brands covered in this thread or others that haven't .... specifically what I'm looking for a set with well ground, strong, tips

[BigAl52]

https://www.amazon.com/Weaver-Gunsmith- ... r+tool+kit I have this set Jim and like it. But Henry sells some also. If I didnt already have these I might buy the Henry set. Al

[JEBar]

I was just looking at that set .... also some by Wheeler .... my hunch is the tips for most all of them are made in the same factory in China .... sadly, I haven't found any that can stand up to much pressure

[BigAl52]

https://henrypride.com/collections/acce ... 8142713484

Here you go Jim made in the USA. I get the china stuff I hate it also. I really do try to watch it especially for my Dogs. I wont buy any treats for them Made in China. Those people could care less about the quality of the treats for the animals.

[JEBar]

I've looked at set Henry sells many times .... $ 112.95 .. .. always gets my attention ....

[BigAl52]

Oh come Jim. It you want to see sticker shock get on the snap on truck. Now that will get your attention

[JEBar]

have seen their trucks but never bought anything from them .... from your comment, doubt I ever will ..

[Lyman]

You can find the Grace screwdrivers on Amazon much cheaper. I happen to use a multi bit screwdriver that came with a Harley Touring Bike that I bought many years ago. The Hollow ground bits work great on my guns. Any Hollow Ground driver will work better than any Tapered screwdriver.
Can't blame you one bit for wanting an American made set. I know that's what I prefer.

[JEBar]

one of the sets I'm looking at is the Grace USA - Gunsmith 24 Bit Mag Tip Screwdriver Set ====> https://www.amazon.com/Grace-USA-Gunsmi ... driver+set

from what I've seen, Grace doesn't offer many bit driver sets

[Lyman]

That looks like a nice set. If I didnt already have a ton of them I'd buy it myself.

[PT7]

I have two Grace USA gunsmith screwdriver sets, and have used them exclusively on my firearms. Neither are like the set you show with a handle and bits. When I got mine way-back-when, I don't recall seeing bit sets advertised.

All I'd like to say is that I don't think I would work on my firearms with anything but Grace USA tools. Super strong construction, and the wood handles provide an excellent grip. As long as I use the screwdriver that exactly fits the screw I'm working on, I don't even hesitate "going for it." They are that good.

I like the looks of the kit Henry offers, especially that they collaborated with Grace to grind screwdrivers specifically for Henry rifle screw dimensions. It took some research for me to order the correct numbers of the screwdrivers I needed. A ready-made selection of screwdrivers is a great idea.

PT7

one of the sets I'm looking at is the Grace USA - Gunsmith 24 Bit Mag Tip Screwdriver Set ====> https://www.amazon.com/Grace-USA-Gunsmi ... driver+set

from what I've seen, Grace doesn't offer many bit driver sets

[JEBar]

buying a set of them and not having the right size bit(s) is most certainly a concern

[Mags]

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grrrrr, I hate when that happens!

buying a set of them and not having the right size bit(s) is most certainly a concern

[JEBar]

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grrrrr, I hate when that happens!

sadly, all too well understood

[tractortad]

this thread goes back a ways, I'm looking for recommendations from folks who have used any of the brands covered in this thread or others that haven't .... specifically what I'm looking for a set with well ground, strong, tips

We have an 8 piece Grace set that works well, but we wanted something with more bit selection, so we bit the bullet and got one of Brownell's super sets - which I think is the Cadillac of screw-driver bit sets for gunsmithing. Very well made, lifetime warranty, and made in the USA. I think they are even better than Grace...

[JEBar]

We have an 8 piece Grace set that works well, but we wanted something with more bit selection, so we bit the bullet and got one of Brownell's super sets - which I think is the Cadillac of screw-driver bit sets for gunsmithing. Very well made, lifetime warranty, and made in the USA. I think they are even better than Grace...

suggestion appreciated .... I'll most certainly take a look

[PT7]

Hey, tractortad. Thanks for the bit tip. I just checked out the Brownells Magna-Tip Super Sets page on their website. There are numerous options for how many bits, handle types, non-magnetic vs. magnetized, etc. Interesting commentary that many folk are looking for even more items and/or options to be made available. Also noticed that most comments were highly complimentary on this product. It would be very interesting, and even kinda fun, to research these options in order to decide which one to get. One option that is a real plus to me is the magnetized set.

I'm wondering something about your post comment where you said you thought this is the "Cadillac" gunsmithing screwdriver set. I've not read very much where there are comparisons of screwdriver brands, so decided to ask you. Why so is this the "Cadillac?"

Thanks for the suggestion. Sure looks like these would be good screwdriver bits.

PT7

this thread goes back a ways, I'm looking for recommendations from folks who have used any of the brands covered in this thread or others that haven't .... specifically what I'm looking for a set with well ground, strong, tips

We have an 8 piece Grace set that works well, but we wanted something with more bit selection, so we bit the bullet and got one of Brownell's super sets - which I think is the Cadillac of screw-driver bit sets for gunsmithing. Very well made, lifetime warranty, and made in the USA. I think they are even better than Grace...

[tractortad]

I'm wondering something about your post comment where you said you thought this is the "Cadillac" gunsmithing screwdriver set. I've not read very much where there are comparisons of screwdriver brands, so decided to ask you. Why so is this the "Cadillac?"

Heard it from my local Gunsmith - and after we bought the Brownell's 58 bit superset, I kind of agree with him. We own a lot of hand tools of various makes and quality (old and new Craftsman, Kobalt, Rigid, Snap-on, Milwaukee, DeWalt, S&S, etc.) and this screwdriver set from Brownells is right up there in quality (and price)...

[PT7]

A gunsmith is a good reviewer, tractortad! And it sound likes you are, too, based on the variety of tools you have and have used.
Thanks. This has overall been an interesting and informative thread for me.

Have a good day.
PT7

I'm wondering something about your post comment where you said you thought this is the "Cadillac" gunsmithing screwdriver set. I've not read very much where there are comparisons of screwdriver brands, so decided to ask you. Why so is this the "Cadillac?"

Heard it from my local Gunsmith - and after we bought the Brownell's 58 bit superset, I kind of agree with him. We own a lot of hand tools of various makes and quality (old and new Craftsman, Kobalt, Rigid, Snap-on, Milwaukee, DeWalt, S&S, etc.) and this screwdriver set from Brownells is right up there in quality (and price)...

[markiver54]

I am by no means a gunsmith. As a matter of fact, I recently needed something that would work safely for mounting my base and rings on my BBS 357. Paid about $14.00 on a cheap WInchester brand, ( yes, made in China ) and they worked perfectly. For as much as I do, these are fine. I just take my time and be careful. Maybe I'm ignorant but anywhere I can save $$'s and get the job done, I'm OK with that. Also got the Wheeler Fat wrench for correct torque. Is there something I'm missing here ?