tools

[vikingsword]

I'm looking for some advise as to acquiring a good set of gunsmiths screwdrivers. I don't need the most expensive or largest set they make, thanks. Wes

 

[Phil Coffins]

Brownell’s sells various sets with one handle and a number of bits. I’m still using the set I bought in 1979 with additional bits added over the years.
IMG_0601 by Oliver Sudden, on Flickr

 

[Gtrubicon]

I have a large Wheeler set, over 10 years. They are fantastic.

 

[LME]

Brownell’s sells various sets with one handle and a number of bits. I’m still using the set I bought in 1979 with additional bits added over the years.
IMG_0601 by Oliver Sudden, on Flickr

If you value your work don't skimp on tools! Get the best you can afford and yuo will never regret it!

 

[Coot]

I have a smaller set from Brownells that lives in my range gear bag and Brownells big set thatlives at home. You never know what size bit you will need and buying them one at a time means that you have to stop work until the new correct size shows up. Over time it will cost more buying one at a time (bit + s&h) than paying once for a set. I consider buggered screw slots a form of gun abuse. Buy quality - cry once.

 

[Hatchet-Jack]

I started with a Chapman set and eventually got a Brownell's set. You want hollow ground tips.

Chapman has a nice set that's a little less expensive than Brownell's.

https://chapmanmfg.com/products/8900-standard-set-12-slotted-bits

 

[TRow]

I use Chapman as well. Not only on my guns but in my sewing machine repair business. Quality tools.

 

[French Colonial]

Chapman here as well, several sets tucked away, shop, camper, shooting box etc.

 

[bud in pa]

That's what I started with. One feature that i like is the set I have, in the red box, fits in my coat pocket so I can take it with me when I go hunting.

 

[reddogge]

I've been very happy with my Brownell's 58 bit set for lots of years.

 

[vikingsword]

Thank you for all the replies and I'm now on the hunt for a set. I did figure someone would mention grinding one when you need one, something I will explore as well.

 

[R Ellis]

go to Amazon and you can compare all the brands and sets .I have one of the Wheeler sets and it is a good choice