@@RedemptionGarage hey man, I mean no offense by what I said. You have to understand not everyone will live every video. I actually like much of what you make. So for that thank you.
Bunch of supposed grown men crying smh. Over a couple of minutes i mean come on y'all have got to be kidding there was other information in this video besides the wrench. I am around grown men all day who just cry and cry about everything but then claim to be men. Lol get it together.
I have been using these screwdrivers since i was a kid and absolutely love them. Better then some other ones. The grip hold up great, unlike some of the rubber trash handles that see gasoline and carb cleaner a couple times and turn into mushy rubber.
Being a home mechanic and hobby restorer I have a Craftsman tool collection I started 40 years ago. I would say that I have perhaps broken most of my tools at least once, some many times, and having a Sears down the street and a lifetime tool warranty made maintaining my tool collection easy. It still looks new!
I remember those days, but now the closest Sears is a 45 minute drive away. I know that Craftsman is sold at Ace and Lowes, but only in set's so trying to replace a cracked socket is almost impossible.
@@stebstebanesier6205 -- The last time I visited my local Ace, they at least still had single Craftsman screwdrivers and nutdrivers on display. In fact, that's where I traded my 40+ year old #41295 #2 Phillips under the lifetime warranty. I had to look through the entire rack of new ones before I found one that wasn't defective -- all the others had the handle molded on at an easily visible angle. That said, the 41295 is still my go-to #2 unless I need a fuktonne of torque -- in those cases, I use either my cheap Harbor Freight 3/8" drill or a Buck Bros. "4-IN-ONE," which has enough exposed hex on its bits to use a wrench for a little more "oomph" if necessary. Maybe it's just me, but I hate the idea of mangling a screwdriver's handle with a Vise-Grip -- YMMV...
I have used many different Tools Craftsman and SK Wayne and many other tools help build America....and probably aided in the production of the many other tools and Tool companies..... AIN'T IT JUST AIN'T IT 😜 lols.... I love Craftsman and I think we've sold out in America we shouldn't have let these Companies fail...
I was expecting you were going to tell them about the lifetime warranty. I used to be a conveyor maintenance man at a Sears logistics center, and a lot of our tools were Craftsman tools that had been returned. Whenever we needed a specialty screwdriver or punch, we'd just get one from returns and grind or weld it until we had the shape we needed.
Before sears dropped craftsman, sure. Now you have to have a receipt for every individual tool.. there's no longer the no questions asked super awesome warranty. & any craftsman tool bought from sears, lost its warranty when sears dropped craftsman (or sold it, whatever)
I think that I kept you well supplied with #2 Phillips back in the early 90's. They held up pretty well to a point, but I used them so much that I carried 3 in my pouch for when one lost it's tip before a job was finished. It seemed like I made a trip to Sears at least once a month for replacements. I never had to return any other Craftsman tool, though, and still have most of them.
Steve Rzepecki when? I didn’t hear him mention that part. He talks about some screwdrivers that gave a “nut” on the base for additional torque but he doesn’t specifically mention the square shaft design on the craftsman.
It's made to fit the box end, yes, but you're almost sure to break the handle if you put the necessary torque on it. Also, it's more likely to break when unscrewing than tightening. My advise is to clamp a vice grip onto the shaft instead.
Being in the automotive trade, I can’t remember the last time I used a straight blade screwdriver to drive a screw. All my screwdrivers are just various sized pry bars.
1/4" slotted cabinet tip, is super common in electrical work. Terminating screws on ground and nuetral bars, metal electrical box lids and mud rings. Conduit couplings etc. An electrician could almost get by completely with if the only screwdriver in his pouch was a 1/4" slotted cabinet tip.
I learned this a long time ago from my father, a machinist. He told me I should always have 2 sets , one with round shafts and one with square shafts. You can use a crescent wrench on the square shaft for more torque.
A side thought here. My first screw driver set was a wooden handle set, very low cost , but the largest screw driver handle was twice as long so you could easily use two hands on it. It was great for me back in the early 1980's building a large train table. using screws with a slot on the top. Black and Decker had a slot screw driver as well I used on the drill but the double handed screw driver let me drive those screws in even farther, tighter.
Here's another feature of the Craftsman Screwdrivers, the small pocket screwdrivers have the end of the handle "cupped" this allows you to hold the screwdriver straight with your index finger while turning it with your thumb and middle finger, thus allowing you to use one hand. Great for electronic components and making adjustments on carburetors.
I discovered this feature a good while back, but using a deep well socket. I was able to really put much weight into it. I got the extra bite I needed, this is a good tip.
About 45 years ago I found a deep well socket fit over the handle, and together with a socket brace, I could quickly run down screws. That was my cordless screw driver up until Lithium rechargeable hit the market. Of course that configuration would not fit into tight spaces.
it's only a tip for the feeble minded. do you also need people to tell you that a wrench fits over a bolt? cuz they're the same damned shape, and clearly you're not putting that together.
I LOVE these screwdrivers!!! They dont roll, the are chemical resistant, easy to clean, the handles dont tear apart, they can take striking moderately, i use my big flat ones as prybars no problem, they are cheap to replace, have no problem taking these to the junkyard or lending them to a friend even of they dont return them lol, tips last a good amount of time and the price is phenomenal and ive been using them for YEEEAARRRRS!! 🙌🙌🙌🙌
I contacted WF and they stated that is NOT a design feature. The square shaft of the screwdriver is designed to use a wrench for extra torque. The handle was never intended to be used as you described as it could break or strip the handle from the shaft.
He is right in saying "ergodynamic". He would also be right in saying "ergonomic". All ergodynamic means is something that is suited to the human body dynamically ie in movement, or motion.
On that same screwdriver, if you notice the square shaft, it can be used in the same way with a pair of plyers, small crescent wrench, needle nose, whatever is handy on the bench, whenever you need just a little bit more torque. I've done this probably thousands of times over the years. However, I have to admit that I did NOT realize that a box-end wrench fit over the handle. (Probably works with the Extreme Grip series, too. The early (1990's) versions of it work, I just checked. (Craftsman screwdrivers have always fit my hands well.))
Dang red is here to love your channel brother I work in a transmission shop and most of my tool are harbor freight they have help up pretty good so far alot my john Deere sets are more heavy duty they also come at a much higher price
My dad was an auto mechanic, and he showed me this very trick with Craftsman screwdrivers. I repair vintage audio gear, and I have several Craftsman screwdrivers like the one you show. Some of them were my dad's, and are decades old. Great video.
I finally traded in my Craftsman #2 under warranty -- it was well over 40 years old when I finally parted with it because the tip had just plain worn out.
You can use the screwdriver shaft without having the chance of breaking the handle, that's what we were told in the 1970's ,I have had my set for over 40 years now
Except, the Craftsman phillips head shafts are round. But, definitely put the wrench on the shaft of the standard tip with the square shaft, and not on the handle.
Bought my Craftsman screwdriver set at Sears in Oakland while on a West Coast vacay, 1970. They're still going strong, no tip deformation, no bending or torquing, handles never broke. I was a professional mechanic, so they got well used. Of course, I own Snap-on and other brands, but the 50+ year old Craftsman drivers have stood the test of time.
I'm 75, been handling tools since I was about 3, and I NEVER knew that about the Craftsman screwdrivers. It proves one thing - I'm never too old to learn. You earned my subscription, now to see what else I can learn from you.............
I thought this was going to be something amazing. Most screwdrivers have a three-sided handle and other brands of screwdrivers put a taper on those sides so you can fit almost any size of wrench on it. Not only that but you can press the wrench into the handle and not worried about it sliding all the way off the handle
Damn right I knew that! The flat blades are all square shank so you can wrench on them too only you can use a much smaller and more appropriate size. Small adjustable wrench or ¼, 5/16ths or ⅜ inch covers most of em. I really appreciate a good screwdriver.
At first I thought the music was overly dramatic, but then when i saw the reveal i realized it wasn't dramatic enough. This is so typical of the powers that be trying to keep us in the dark.
I've had those Craftsman screwdrivers for 50+ years. I got them in my first tool set that my parents bought for me when I was 18, and starting the restoration on my 1963 Corvette roadster. I still have them, AND USE THEM all the time.
As a kid, 50 years ago, I learned to throw those six inch Craftsman screwdrivers accurately. They are perfectly balanced for throwing by the tip. No small game or snake is safe within 30 yards. I have actually fed my self for days with the humble Craftsman 6 inch screwdriver. I always keep one or two on me joined with a rubber band. Good for loose screws too.
No, it's amazing ok.. don't ruin the moment. This guy is amazed and we should all be proud that he cracked the code! This is like some sword in the stone shit..
Oh wow this I actually knew bc I worked with my grandfather in his shop growing up and that was something he taught me, glad to see you spreading the knowledge 👍🏻
I’ve always preferred using the squared edge shank drivers as well, for the fact that your handle doesn’t end up looking like a school kid’s gnawed on pencil when you are done with it.
@@dirty7739 plugging in a computer to do diagnostics is not difficult... Don't pretend your job is harder than it actually is, there is a very clear reason why mechanics are the lowest payed trade. Specialized mechanics that build engines or transmissions are a different story. But 99% they are dumbasses
If that is what you think then obviously you have no idea what it takes or how it works. This guy, yea I agree. Did you see the intro, he's a bad ass dude Lmao. Someone who is a real mechanic is far more intelligent than you believe.
My dad was an oilfield diesel mechanic for 20+ years and showed me this trick when I was a teenager in the 80s. His tools for work were mostly all snap-on and mac
Also a great way to crack the handle. If possible, fit a smaller backup wrench for torque to the screwdriver shaft itself. Or nowadays just use a bit of the correct configuration in an electric torque driver. Thanks for your channel always informative.
Well Sonny, I was using that very screwdriver as a professional flat rate mechanic in Florida before you were born and that never crossed my mind. Any day I learn something new is a good day. Thanks, Art from Ohio
Damn, you're right! I like those Craftsman screwdrivers, grew up using them. I find that the handle allows you to turn screws easier since it is round, as opposed to the other four sided handles.
the really funny thing is it may not be the best screwdriver on the market but for what you get and the availability of them I always seem to buy them.
yes. my grandpa taught me that trick as a child. very useful. works good with a deep socket too. i still have my original set of Craftsman screwdrivers i bought in my early teens. im 37 now. only replaced the slot driver once. i sure miss the old Sears/Craftsman warranty...
In all seriousness I never friggin knew or even thought about it. But I can assure you over the last 25 years I have had many of pliers squeezing on those screwdrivers and never once put that together. I can’t believe this is the first time I’ve seen this. Great job. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I was taught that by my Grandfather back when I was just a kid. He only used Craftsman Tools. I was gifted all his Craftsman tools and still use them to this day and I am almost 70.
Why wouldn't he be for real? All he's telling you, and everybody else, is that he, just like myself, just learned about it. Guess you're probably one of them "know everything about nothing" kinda guys🙄
He is one of these "tells blokes they are shite for not knowing nothing for he knows everything" kinda blokes ... which also means he is a shit head Brit or drunk ass Scot.
@@gunfighterzero Oh😳! You're right! My bad! While us 99% didnt know, he's the 1% that did...lol. Would be like the disinfectant that kills 99.99% of germs, he'd be the .01 that would survive it...lol
I knew exactly what else that handle could be used for the moment I put it in my hand. It just made sense to me why that handle is shaped the way it is.
I have been tuning screw drivers for 60 years. I have tried expensive drivers, but I only have Craftsman in tool box now. The best thing about these Craftsman driver is the round knob on the top. The knob fits well in the palm of the hand and allows one to twist the handle with their fingers while pushing the driver into the screw.
I grew up with craftsman screwdrivers around my father and never knew that. But please no more background music please I find it very distracting when I’m trying to listen to the video.
I've been using Craftsman tools as far back as I can remember. First my dad's & when I turned 16 in 1970, he bought me my own complete set & I still have most of them today. I did not know this trick! Thanks
as a sheetmetal worker we bought these because they were guaranteed for life if you broke it you could take it back to Sears and get a new one and we were rough on them.
My mom found a special feature about that large screw driver handle you didn't mention. After walking in on mom when I was 6 years old, I never looked at a screw driver the same way ever again.
Hey guess what. Thats why they make a electrical screwdrivers. No these aren't good for working on any type of electrical because your hands can easily slip and touch the metal shaft. But you go ahead and just keep on keepin on with your beliefs.
@@michaelhicks5150 Yeah guy obviously isnt an electrician lmfao. These screw drivers are for light work, like wood work. They are made like most wood working screw drivers where the shaft doesn't run the length of the handle and it's hot glued in.
HA, I've had Craftsman screwdriver sets of this style going back 40 years, back when they were pretty good quality, and NEVER thought of this. This was well worth the watch. Thank you!
For years as a printing press operator I learned and or developed many trade tricks, and that was one of them! Another was the hooking of a box end wrench around the short end of an Allen wrench to give some extra leverage. But then everybody knows that one by now I bet.
I didn’t know about that, but I did know that the shape of the handle makes it so that I can get way more torque with my bare hand than I can on most other screwdrivers - enough torque to break the tip without having to use a wrench in the first place.
I just use a 1/4" or whatever wrench on the shaft of the screwdriver depending on the size. Doesnt knarl up the handle. I hate a screwdriver with a damaged handle
People don't bother buying a large wrench just for this, you can use an adjustable wrench or pliers on the square shaft and that's why it is square. But use use caution because those drivers are week and will twist.
ROTFL -- plumbers use Crescent wrenches and/or pipe wrenches for pretty much *everything*! That said, a (preferably six point) box-end wrench or a deep socket is a lot easier on a Craftsman screwdriver's handle.
