Precision Screwdriver

Precision Screwdriver Set

Since the screwdriver is the tool most likely to be found in a toolbox, it only makes since that you likely need more than one.  Odds are pretty good that you have more than one small device sitting around your home that has very small screws (think anything electronic, glasses, watches, etc).  So you probably need to get yourself a precision screwdriver set in order to avoid the cost of having to buy each one of those little screwdrivers individually.

You will find many different brands for a precision screwdiver set.  However, in order to weed through them all and decide which is the right set for you, we’ve put together this article. You should pick out your precision screwdriver set based upon your needs.  Are you disassembling electronics or are you only repairing your glasses?

If you are only repairing your glasses, or just need a couple of small flathead and Phillips to have around the house, we’d recommend that you just pick up a 6-piece precision screwdriver set.  These small sets will usually have about 2-3 Phillip’s, and 3-4 Flathead screwdrivers in them.  Besides that, you will find that their prices are very reasonable.  Since you aren’t going to be using them on a professional level, you don’t need to spend to buy the professional quality.

We’d recommend this introductory Stanley Set. At under $6 Stanley precision screwdriver set will give you a decent brand name, at a very affordable price.  With the handy carrying case you can keep them organized, and they will fit perfectly in your “junk drawer” in the kitchen, or a small drawer in your toolbox.

However, if you’re doing a lot more with your precision screwdriver set than just repairing glasses, you will likely need to step up to a set that includes more types of tips and bits.  First, take a look around at all of the things that you might need to use your set on, and inventory all the different types of bits.  Then, take a look at the sets that are available. 

For example, if you need some torx bits in your precision screwdriver set you will need to step up to something like this big set that has 30 pieces.  At only $11 it gives you the versatility of having a lot of different heads, without the price of a name brand.  It’s a great set for a tinkerer, but is a lesser known brand, and isn’t going to serve you well for professional use.

However, if you find yourself starting up a watch shop, or needing something of professional grade, you will want to start looking at big brand name tools, such as Wiha Tools. 

The key thing to remember when you go shopping for your precision screwdriver set is that you find a set that has all of the screwdrivers you need.  It’s also important to make sure that it is the quality you need.   Not everyone needs (or wants) a professional tool set, nor do you want the price that goes along with owning the best set.