Torque screwdriver recommendation?

[gymguy]

Mounting most scopes require a torque spec on the screws that mount it. Too much torque and the scope tube is distorted or crushed, too little and the scope won't be stable. Does anyone have a good source for a torque screwdriver (20 inch pounds or so)?

[CoryCop25]

I use this>>>>> http://www.amazon.com/Wheeler-553-556-FAT-Wrench-10-Bit/dp/B00271ETX4

[SA80Dan]

I have that same Wheeler wrench as per Coreycop - it is the cheapest one out there and works just fine.

[austinN4]

Borka (much love at Sniper's Hide) http://www.borkatools.com/pages/atd12/mtsd.html
Weaver http://www.weaveroptics.com/gun_smithing_tools/scope_mounting_kits/
Wheeler http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=718023

[dog guy]

I've been using the Fat Wrench as well, and it seems adequate. The Borka got a very good review someplace else on the forum, I think it was in the Precision Rifle section.

[mildot]

I have this and it fits the bill nicely.
http://www.wttool.com/index/page/product/product_id/8905/product_name/Micrometer+Torque+Screwdrivers+%28SK%29&update_continue_shopping=true

[C4IGrant]

For small hand tools, I typically only buy from this company: http://wihatools.com/indexes/Index_Torque.htm

They make some of the best tools I have seen. Warning though, they are not cheap.



C4

[Pork Chop]

I use the wheeler FAT wrench also, and it's ok for the price. By no means a high end, highly accurate torque wrench.

[hals1]

Keep an eye on E Bay. I picked up a Utica 5-36lbin there a couple years ago for $30 delivered. New they are nearly $100.

[gymguy]

Thanks so much to everyone for the help. I think I will try the Ebay thing and if that doesn't work I may opt for the Borka. The Wheeler is the best for the price but not quite as accurate as the Borka.

[JohnnyC]

Spend the money on the Wiha. They're some of the best tools around. I use them every day at work and couldn't be happier.

[Doc Blase]

For small hand tools, I typically only buy from this company: http://wihatools.com/indexes/Index_Torque.htm

They make some of the best tools I have seen. Warning though, they are not cheap.

C4

This is a good tip!

The Wiha 28506 is only $20 more than some, and they have a way with small tools that I like. Really nice quality and precision manufacturing. Buy once and cry once... HERE (http://www.amazon.com/Wiha-28506-TorqueVario-S-Torque-Screwdriver/dp/B002QV0FCY/ref=pd_sbs_sg_2)

[gymguy]

Hey Doc, that one is a good buy!

[Bimmer]

The Wiha 28506 is only $20 more than some

Amazon has the Wiha 28501 for even less, only $60, shipped...

Is the 15-80 in/lbs range not as useful as the 10-50 in/lbs range?

[gymguy]

I think the 28501 is inch ounces not inch pounds.

[Bimmer]

I think the 28501 is inch ounces not inch pounds.

Thanks for the catch. You're right... my reading comprehension skills aren't what they should be!

[VLODPG]

I just bought this for $60 off Ebay

Snap-On Screwdriver, Torque Limiting, Adjusting, 5-35 in. lb.

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?search=true&item_ID=8739&PartNo=QTS135&group_id=970&supersede=&store=snapon-store&tool=all

[BrigandTwoFour]

I have the Borka, very happy with it. But, to me, it seems more like a compact field-expedient kit. If you're going to be doing everything in home, why not get something a bit fancier?

[f.2]

I used Badger Ordnance's one piece base and their standard height rings. The BO website has pdf installation instructions (http://badgerordnance.com/wp-content/plugins/downloads-manager/upload/Mounting%20rings%20and%20bases.pdf) which show the correct torque.

For base and ring cap mounting I got the WIHA 7.5 to 20in.Lbs.

Adjustable Torque Screwdriver Sets (http://www.wihatools.com/200seri/285%5Fsets.htm), wihatools.com/

For the rings to base, which required 65in.Lbs, I got a Seekonk BT-2L 65 in. lb. torque wrench.