good torx set?

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any brand i should look for? i want a basic torx driver set for disassembling folders. and links, brand names, and websites to order from would be appreciated :thumbup:
 
+1 on Wiha tools, they are some of the best ones I have used.

Bruceter
 
Wiha! They cost more but you save in the long run because they don't break or strip like cheaper tools.
 
I disagree on the Wiha , IMO they are ridiculously expensive - Not saying they are not fine tools.

My Husky Torx set is still going strong after a few years of heavy use for work and personal use ( knives).
 
+2 on Wiha tools.

I have yet to have one break, they appear to be sized correctly, and they ain't that expensive.

Buy good quality once.....
 
I have read some bad reviews on the Benchmade Blue Box. I have the Husky torx screwdriver and I love it.
 
I really need to get a good set too and for the same reasons. I have found Craftsman to be of questionable quality. It sure makes things harder when your tools are below grade.
 
stevekt said:
I have read some bad reviews on the Benchmade Blue Box. I have the Husky torx screwdriver and I love it.
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My benchmade blue box has the most precise bits I have ever used and for the price its hard to beat, they also don't twist like the cheaper ones. The Wiha tools look nice but you would spend a small fortune getting all the bits you need.
 
orthogonal1 said:
I've had drivers twist in both sets of Bluebox I own - I bought these to use for lending since the can be had cheap. There went that idea.

Wiha expensive?

http://www.wihatools.com/700seri/715serie.htm - Look at the sets.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Wiha-10-Pc-Torx...in_0?hash=item48338572ea&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

Don't look that expensive to me.
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Those are not too bad, I was looking at the ones with handles those are a bit more. I'm surprised to hear so much bad of the BM tool, guess I got one of the better ones.
 
A few years ago,I bought a 30pc screwdriver set at Radioshack and it has everything I could possibly need.It has torx,slotted,philips and hex bits
 
Wiha baby...Wiha. If you get the driver sets they are pricey. Especially the tech sets. If you get the bit selector sets they are very reasonable. Think Blue Box, without the box, more bits, and better quality. You may want a driver to use with them but I have never found the need with knives. I just use the bits. I bought a bunch of the bit selctor sets on eBay for under $10. Just keep your eyes out.
 
Home Depot has a set I can`t find online but it`s only like $5 and it is a good set it has small hex shaft bits and a red and black handle and an extention. I found it near the front of the store in a red,black and clear case about 5"by10"1 1/2" they sometimes have them by the other screwdrivers but mostly near the front in random places.
 
Crucible40 said:
I really need to get a good set too and for the same reasons. I have found Craftsman to be of questionable quality. It sure makes things harder when your tools are below grade.
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well said!!!

Being a professional diesel technician I would have to absolutely recommend any torx set either from Snap-on or Mac tools...and I would definately say that IMHO Craftsman is of inferior quality as compared to these brands;)

........just my .02
 
Both Lowe's and Home Depot have a $5 torx set that will do the job just fine. If this doesn't work, you can then try the more expensive brands.
 
knifenut1013 said:
My benchmade blue box has the most precise bits I have ever used and for the price its hard to beat, they also don't twist like the cheaper ones. The Wiha tools look nice but you would spend a small fortune getting all the bits you need.
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What do you mean by "twist" :confused: I thought that's what a screwdriver did :rolleyes: Don't mean to be a pain, just still trying to get the lingo down.
 
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