Gearwrench tools

[Joshua Van Tol]

>  > We have a bearing here in our office that is interesting,
>
>That's exactly it.  The Sykes-Pikavant screwdriver is ideal in many
>ways.  Although I normally prefer to use 'proper' screwdrivers, I'm
>forced into using magnetic bit holders because otherwise I wouldn't
>be able to lift the toolbox - it's bad enough as it is.  The problem
>I find is the lack of feedback - if you're reaching down into an engine
>bay at full stretch, you want to know that the fastener is actually
>turning and only an audible ratchet tells you this.  I'm still looking
>for a good quality long ratchet bit-holding screwdriver.
>

Snap-On makes one. I've got the normal length version, and it's 
superb. I rarely use any other screw driver. They also make stubby 
and long versions. The ratcheting mechanism is sturdy, and provides 
the perfect amount of feedback. This screw driver is also available 
under another brand name, perhaps Williams? It is by far my favorite 
everyday tool.
-- 
Joshua Van Tol -- josh at spiny.com