VDE Screwdrivers recommendations

[Dustydazzler]

Just had a look at screwfix 6 pc wiha slim set for £23. Good price if it’s the right sizes

Wiha SoftFinish Mixed VDE Slimfix Screwdriver Set 6 Pcs - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. Integrated blade insulation reduces blade diameter allowing unhindered access to low-lying fasteners. Handle adapted to drive and size for optimum transfer of force from hand to screw. FREE next day delivery available, free collection in 1 minute.

www.screwfix.com

Yep that is the set I picked up a year or so ago , think I paid £28 or £29 back then ,which for 6 quality drivers is great value

I have used and abused them week in week out and they are still going strong

 

[littlespark]

Wiha SoftFinish Mixed VDE Slimfix Screwdriver Set 6 Pcs - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. Integrated blade insulation reduces blade diameter allowing unhindered access to low-lying fasteners. Handle adapted to drive and size for optimum transfer of force from hand to screw. FREE next day delivery available, free collection in 1 minute.

www.screwfix.com

Yep that is the set I picked up a year or so ago , think I paid £28 or £29 back then ,which for 6 quality drivers is great value

I have used and abused them week in week out and they are still going strong

I just bought them. Heading out to pick them up.

Really I only need a #2 pozi and a slotted that fits a standard double socket terminal.
I’m sick of the rounded off tips of the ones I’ve got slipping out the terminal and finding the palm of my hand!

 

[Dustydazzler]

I just bought them. Heading out to pick them up.

Really I only need a #2 pozi and a slotted that fits a standard double socket terminal.
I’m sick of the rounded off tips of the ones I’ve got slipping out the terminal and finding the palm of my hand!

I have tried sharpening rounded flat heads in the past but when you can but a whole new set for 20 quid, now just bin rounded drivers.
Honestly 20 quid for 6 drives its insane value for money

 

[SJD]

Prime tools have an offer on Wiha VDE screwdrivers at the moment:

Wiha 25477 6 Piece SoftFinish® VDE Slot & Pozi Screwdriver Set

Blade: High quality chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, through hardened, black-finish.Insulation moulded directly onto blade. Handle: Ergonomic Wiha Soft

www.primetools.co.uk

What's more, they have a 20% discount code valid until end of today "MAY20".
If you spend enough (£40 excl VAT) shipping is free; you could always buy several sets!
But there is lots more VDE stuff to tempt you, if so inclined (don't ask).

As a bonus, the set doesn't include the useless neon screwdriver that some sets include!

I stocked up over the weekend.

 

[loz2754]

Prime tools have an offer on Wiha VDE screwdrivers at the moment:

Wiha 25477 6 Piece SoftFinish® VDE Slot & Pozi Screwdriver Set

Blade: High quality chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel, through hardened, black-finish.Insulation moulded directly onto blade. Handle: Ergonomic Wiha Soft

www.primetools.co.uk

What's more, they have a 20% discount code valid until end of today "MAY20".
If you spend enough (£40 excl VAT) shipping is free; you could always buy several sets!
But there is lots more VDE stuff to tempt you, if so inclined (don't ask).

As a bonus, the set doesn't include the useless neon screwdriver that some sets include!

I stocked up over the weekend.

That's a good price, but unfortunately not the slim version that's on sale at Screwfix.
Their price for the slim set is £34.79, less 20% in the sale, which ends today:

Wiha 36455 6 Piece SoftFinish® slimFix VDE Slotted & Pozi Screwdriver Set

Blade: High quality chrome-vanadium molybdenum steel, through hardened with a black finish. SlimTechnology: Blades up to 33% narrower due…

www.primetools.co.uk

 

[telectrix]

thing i found with the Wiha slims is that the bits were always falling out. usually into a pile of crap left by plasterers et al, or into an inaccessible place.

 

[loz2754]

thing i found with the Wiha slims is that the bits were always falling out. usually into a pile of crap left by plasterers et al, or into an inaccessible place.

These are solid screwdrivers, not the ones with removable bits...

 

[Dustydazzler]

The multi-bit changeable screwdrivers have their uses like if you want to travel light to a small call-out job or doing EICRs and you only want to take a small carry bag with you.
But for day to day use where you use your screwdrivers for prying , poking , prodding , bashing etc I use my normal screwdrivers , they take more punishment and if you snap or bend one they are cheap to replace

 

[123]

I find the Wiha and Wera ones ok, the CK and Bahco ones seemed to break if you looked at them the wrong way. I use Facom Expert at the minute, had my set for over 3 years and no breakages and still in top nick. Very comfortable to work with.

Did lose one of the 10 piece set no more than a few minutes after getting them, that's happened with most sets of screwdrivers I've ever bought. Someone somewhere has a lot of tea stirrers though

 

[Dustydazzler]

Facom is actually the one brand I haven't tried (yet) but everyone seems to rate them so I know which drivers will be next on my shopping list when my Wiha slims give up the ghost

 

[Dustydazzler]

I find the Wiha and Wera ones ok, the CK and Bahco ones seemed to break if you looked at them the wrong way. I use Facom Expert at the minute, had my set for over 3 years and no breakages and still in top nick. Very comfortable to work with.

Did lose one of the 10 piece set no more than a few minutes after getting them, that's happened with most sets of screwdrivers I've ever bought. Someone somewhere has a lot of tea stirrers though

CK tools are pretty poor quality Imo , they do the job but the screwdriver heads round much quicker than other brands.
I used to like Bahco and have had several sets over the years, the earlier sets lasted ages without rounding / snapping. But the newer ones aren't as good. I reckon then have cheapened them down for the DIY market to get into the big sheds

 

[Dustydazzler]

I know they aren;'t fashionable but the basic Draper expert Vde srewdrivers that you get in the blue carry box aren't bad.
I picked up a set from Wickes in the Pandemic for like £11 on offer and they are okay for small jobs etc

 

[nicebutdim]

I find the Wiha and Wera ones ok, the CK and Bahco ones seemed to break if you looked at them the wrong way. I use Facom Expert at the minute, had my set for over 3 years and no breakages and still in top nick. Very comfortable to work with.

Did lose one of the 10 piece set no more than a few minutes after getting them, that's happened with most sets of screwdrivers I've ever bought. Someone somewhere has a lot of tea stirrers though

I know a few sparks who detest interchangeable baldes, but also a few who bought a Wera set and couldn't believe how convenient it was to carry every option in a small pouch.

Can't ever set blades down or you'll never see them again. Keep them in a pocket or some other bugger will get a bonus - they seem to find the near side of tray and become almost invisible.

CK tools are pretty poor quality Imo , they do the job but the screwdriver heads round much quicker than other brands.
I used to like Bahco and have had several sets over the years, the earlier sets lasted ages without rounding / snapping. But the newer ones aren't as good. I reckon then have cheapened them down for the DIY market to get into the big sheds

A lot of the guys I work with swear there's no bsetter drivers than CK Dextro. I don't like them, with the exception of the large flat head, but swear by CK side cutters and shears.

 

[123]

I know a few sparks who detest interchangeable baldes, but also a few who bought a Wera set and couldn't believe how convenient it was to carry every option in a small pouch.

Can't ever set blades down or you'll never see them again. Keep them in a pocket or some other bugger will get a bonus - they seem to find the near side of tray and become almost invisible.



A lot of the guys I work with swear there's no bsetter drivers than CK Dextro. I don't like them, with the exception of the large flat head, but swear by CK side cutters and shears.

They aren't interchangeable blades, they are a full set of screwdrivers.

I've a set of Wera with interchangeable blades that I next to never use, and the Armeg Torque Screwdriver has interchangeable blades that is next to never used used when required.

If you need a PZ1, PZ2 and a 4.0mm flat head I find nothing more convenient than taking those 3 screwdrivers with you, rather than a set of interchangeable ones where you are constantly changing between them.

 

[Dustydazzler]

They aren't interchangeable blades, they are a full set of screwdrivers.

I've a set of Wera with interchangeable blades that I next to never use, and the Armeg Torque Screwdriver has interchangeable blades that is next to never used used when required.

If you need a PZ1, PZ2 and a 4.0mm flat head I find nothing more convenient than taking those 3 screwdrivers with you, rather than a set of interchangeable ones where you are constantly changing between them.

I call this the Holy Trinity of drivers that live in my pouch all the time. All other drivers live in the side of my bag.