This kit quite literally has everything I've ever wanted in precision screwdrivers.
I own 30+ precision screwdrivers of a variety of types, and up until now they all had one thing in common: they're terrible. Most are cheaply made and have tips that bend or wear rapidly with use, are uncomfortable, have small handles (often made of cheap plastic) and the top pressure rest either binds with the rest of the handle or is immensely uncomfortable or both.
When I first came across the iFixit interchangeable bit precision screwdriver (from another iFixit kit) I realized right away that this was hands down the best precision driver I'd ever used. The handle is comfortable, all rotating parts are smooth, the weight is good in your hand, the grip solid without being uncomfortable, and the slender magnetic bit holder minimizes the working radius at the tip (allowing it to still get into tight places!). The bits are well built and will last, precision made out of quality steel (not the cheap stuff I've gotten from bit kits in the past). The variety of bits in this case is fantastic - everything you need for any project (and more!). I primarily bought it for the pentalobe and the torx bits, but its collection is big enough that I shouldn't need to buy any additional bits for that one random time when you encounter the strange headed screw.
The rest of this kit is a pleasure to use. The case is solid, and clips shut using magnets at the corners (a pleasant surprise). And it's really convenient that it becomes a parts tray to keep the screws wrangled. The bits are presented in a foam insert with engraved symbols and lettering to help you remember which bit goes where (and what you might be missing...), in addition to being engraved on the bits themselves. The included flexible extension is fantastic, and has the same smoothness of rotation as the handle with two spinning grips (one at the top, one at the bottom) to extend the overall kit capability. The angled presentation of the bits is surprisingly nice, being both visually appealing and useful in the sense that it's easier to find the bit you're looking for. I've even found that while working on a project I can replace a bit I'm still using into the case and simply angle it the other way so that it doesn't get lost and I can grab it out again quickly. I don't know if it was designed with that in mind, but it's convenient.
There are a couple of basic 'normal size' bits included that work with this handle so that you're not left in the cold for other small screwing projects with less precise screws if this is the only thing on hand, but larger screwdrivers are probably better for that (though these bits can likely go places full-size bits in a normal interchangeable screwdriver can't). The included adaptor for normal size bits to these size bits (that allow these bits to be used in a larger interchangeable screwdriver) will work, but isn't great because it lacks an internal magnet.
All things considered, I would seriously recommend this kit to anyone in need of a solid set of precision screwdrivers. Don't settle for the plastic crap; I regret every single precision driver I've bought before discovering this kit.
| Manufacturer | iFixit |
|---|---|
| Part Number | IF145-299-4 |
| Item Weight | 13.8 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 1.65 x 8.07 x 4.92 inches |
| Item model number | IF145-299-4 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | One Size |
| Color | Black |
| Finish | Nickel Plating |
| Material | S2 Steel, Anodized Aluminum, EVA, ABS |
| Power Source | hand-powered |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 67 |
| Head Style | Phillips, Flathead, Torx, Torx Security, Pentalobe, JIS, Hex, Tri-point, Nut Driver, Square, Gamebit, Spanner, Triangle, SIM Eject, Oval, Magnetic Pickup, Standoff, |
| Number of Handles | 1 |
| Special Features | Magnetic Tip |
| Included Components | Driver/Bit Kit 64pc |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
