Screwdrivers Choices

[matabog]

For the Horotec screwdrivers: do the hexagon hadles loose their color in time?

[maclerche]

 I also have the Horotec screwdrivers and I am very happy with them. In fact, I have all seventeen sizes. I have not seen other brands with seventeen sizes ...

[jdm]

53 minutes ago, maclerche said:

 I also have the Horotec screwdrivers and I am very happy with them. In fact, I have all seventeen sizes. I have not seen other brands with seventeen sizes ...

What's the advantage of having seventeen size? I don't use more than three of the common sizes, but had to buy an odd size once to release a stem.

[maclerche]

20 hours ago, jdm said:

What's the advantage of having seventeen size? I don't use more than three of the common sizes, but had to buy an odd size once to release a stem.

I always have one that fits completely

 

[Narcissus]

Screwdriver preference is quite a personal thing round here so good luck getting a consensus

I’ve had Bergeon and wasn’t that happy with them so I got a set of VOH. Now they are amazing. Can’t speak for Horotec but I’d skip Bergeon for screwdrivers. Good luck

[jdrichard]

That sounds typical of Bergeon they always want your money. They will expect you to buy another stand.

So are mine the old design?


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[oldhippy]

I would say yes. I had the same design as yours. Mine only went up to 120. I found I never needed any thing bigger for watches.

[rogart63]

I have an even older version of the Bergeon screwdriver. They look the same but has a longer knurling the the newer ones. They look a little different at the top where the knob is also. 

[jdrichard]

I would say yes. I had the same design as yours. Mine only went up to 120. I found I never needed any thing bigger for watches.

Picked the set up for 100US

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[oldhippy]

I think I paid around £15 back in the 70's.

[jdrichard]

I think I paid around £15 back in the 70's.

Funny


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[measuretwice]

there is something wrong with changing the product but keeping the same product number.  Poor show imo

[rogart63]

Thinking of upgrading my screwdrivers. So am about to buy this set https://www.cousinsuk.com/product/bergeon-stainless-steel-ergonomic-9-pieces-rs 

But want some that has the same size handle as my chromium https://www.cousinsuk.com/product/bergeon-chromium-plated-9-pieces-rs

Have the newer ones with the darker revolving stand. 

[Henrique]

My opinion: just check if they are antimagnetic! This is probably one of themost relevant aspects. I have similar ones and they are not antimagnetic and one of them is always magnetized.  Searching data from then sent  links  is not stated that they are antimagnetic.

[rogart63]

22 minutes ago, Henrique said:

My opinion: just check if they are antimagnetic! This is probably one of themost relevant aspects. I have similar ones and they are not antimagnetic and one of them is always magnetized.  Searching data from then sent  links  is not stated that they are antimagnetic.

That is mostly down to the blades. Change the blades for som antimagnetic or stainless steel ones and you should have no problem with magnetic screwdriver. Or buy a demagnitizer. 

I wondered as i have a Bergeon 5970 before.  And like the thicker handles on that . But would like to have a new set.  Sold my old bergeon 5970 with thin handles. 

But did the order today so time will tell. 

[Henrique]

Ok, if you are only considering ergonomics than its fine!

[rogart63]

They are about the same. Got them today. Haven't tested yet but so far so good. 

Edited May 25, 2018 by rogart63

[rogart63]

Must say they are very comfy . Holding the index finger on the top and twisting with the thumb and long finger. Much more then the old chromium ones. Just see how the work in the long run. 

[VWatchie]

They do look very comfortable! Eventually I want a set for myself, but for now my A*Fs will just have to do?

Anyone having any experience with that "declafor alloy"? I believe a saw a pretty much “thumbs down” post written by Mark Lovick, no?

“The Bergeon ‘Swiss Made’ 100% anti-magnetic blades are made from a super alloy known as declafor. This material is softer than the hardened stainless steel blades that are supplied with other sets.” Link here!

Edited May 25, 2018 by VWatchie

[Tudor]

I have the first link set posted (colored plastic ends) and I’m happy with them. Some magnetism issues here and there but they are a step up from the basic A-F set I started out with. I use a basic permanent magnet demagnetizer on them as needed.

If the body is too narrow for you, just run a layer or two of shrink tubing on them to “fatten” them up. 

[Wdc]

Good deal on screwdrivers passed on.

I ran across this sale on individual screwdrivers for .25 cents each a while back, and where I had low expectation but thought I would order some to use as disposables when needing a good edge. What I found is that there actually quit good prompting me to order more.  

They seem to be hardened and I haven’t tossed one yet. Fact is, I find myself reaching for these over the Bergeon which I paid over $20ea for.

Therefore, I am passing the find on to anyone needing a good eco screwdriver.

All the best, Will

https://timesavers.com/search.html?q=screwdriver&go=Search 

PS: shipping was $3.50

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  Item: 2.0mm Flat Fixed Blade Screwdriver(33266)                       

 

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  Item: 1.00mm Jeweler's Flat Blade Screwdriver (01322)                

 

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  Item: 0.60mm Jeweler's Flat Blade Screwdriver (01319)                

 

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  Item: 1.40mm Jeweler's Flat Blade Screwdriver (01323)                

 

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  Item: 1.20mm Flat Fixed Blade Screwdriver(33267)                     

 

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  Item: 0.80mm Jeweler's Flat Blade Screwdriver (01320)                

 

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Shipping was $3.50

[oldhippy]

Thanks for that info. There are many on here just starting out who will be happy with this link.

[Wdc]

My pleasure, but I would like to add, in addition to someone starting out, anyone can use them as disposables (a screwdriver you don’t bother sharpening) dropping them in the can and grabbing a fresh one when the tips break down. Main thing is the tips are hardened so they don’t bugger your screw and these appear to be.  

Take care and Mary Christmas to all  

[seikoskx]

So I decided to buy a set of Indian screwdrivers from cousinsuk awhile back: 

https://www.cousinsuk.com/product/indian-stainless-steel-7-pieces

I'm now looking to upgrade my screwdrivers and I saw this on esslinger: 

https://www.esslinger.com/reversible-blade-replacement-screwdriver-straight-tip-set-watch-tool/

 

They're the same style of reversible blades that the Indian ones have and they're made in France. Should I try fitting them with these or just buy a whole new higher quality screwdriver set altogether?

[AndyHull]

This may sound like a silly question, but have you tried sharpening the existing ones?