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01-19-2024, 03:55 AM

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That is not the reason. The longer the bit/handle the more straight the bit will stay in the head of the screw and so keeps maximum contact.

Hence giving you more torque

01-29-2024, 08:44 PM

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Dont know anything about that brand, but there are several out there. Hudy probably being the top pick, but I use the Dynamite.

you dont know about wiha??

01-30-2024, 10:28 AM

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you're missing the point completely here. its about the handle not the shank. mip handles feel well, terrible. just too hard, awful design from what the 50's?? anybody who claims they are comfortable or feel good are lying. it's a shame really. the shanks feel so amazing but the handles feel like some kid's plastic toy from toys r us.

this one is getting awesome reviews and has the best bit fitment virtually no play. looks to be a comfy sturdy handle. very versatile and compatible with just about all bit shank bases long and short. should fit really nicely with mip speed bits.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/305063271075?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=305063271075&targetid= 1529493968542&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=900317 1&poi=&campaignid=19851828444&mkgroupid=1458800091 74&rlsatarget=aud-1480434319668

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MIP are the most comfortable handles out there IMO. I bough a set of Hudy, and Arrowmax tools. MIP handles hands down.

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01-30-2024, 04:13 PM

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MIP are the most comfortable handles out there IMO. I bough a set of Hudy, and Arrowmax tools. MIP handles hands down.

pretty ergonomic but no grip. i definitely prefer knurled handles over smooth like mip, so slippery and thats with dry hands. but hudy knurling isnt strong enough.
the best handles ive tried are eds handles. best knurling ive seen. its very strong grip but not penetrating. its amazing. they just came out with lightweight versions.
they look a direct copy of os speed tools so need to pick those up too.

01-30-2024, 05:30 PM

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You have to squeeze. I’m not sure if you’ve tried that or if it might hurt your gentle palms too much.

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01-30-2024, 07:58 PM

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You have to squeeze. I’m not sure if you’ve tried that or if it might hurt your gentle palms too much.

fool, have fun squeezing

02-02-2024, 12:04 PM

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I made these. Helps a lot w/ engine chassis screws, etc.

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02-02-2024, 11:08 PM

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I made these. He's a lot w/ engine chassis screws, etc.

you could try these
https://www.ebay.com/itm/32536721387...3ABFBMzoTR3K1j

02-03-2024, 02:22 AM

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Or you can just drill an hole through the handle to stick another screwdriver through.....

I did it with a glowplug wrench.

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02-03-2024, 03:30 PM

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you could try these
https://www.ebay.com/itm/32536721387...3ABFBMzoTR3K1j

Why when I can make my own?

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02-08-2024, 05:19 PM

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Why when I can make my own?

better quality

02-23-2024, 12:18 PM

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Exotek heard your call

https://www.bigsquidrc.com/exotek-gr...ip-speed-tips/

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02-26-2024, 02:32 AM

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Exotek in the post above looks really nice. I have one made by Integy, its magnetic and it can be used as T, very useful for breaking lose stubborn screw.