The biggest positive about this item is the portability. I like the storage in the handle, and its solid - doesn't feel flimsy at all.
with that said - in order for it to be perfect, it needs harder bits. The included bits are just too soft for any kind of work other than eyeglasses repair.
Firstly - be aware that it does not come with any sort of flathead bit. Even though it doesn't claim to - i'm adding it in case someone is just browsing quickly, and skims over that part. This is a specialty set, and you should look at their general set if you need common bits: http://www.amazon.com/Precision-Screwdriver-Set-Torx-Phillips/dp/B002Q836V4/ref=pd_sim_hi_1
What i did was scrap all the bits that came with it, and pillaged a larger precision set that i had for the bits that were appropriate for me.
for me, the need for portability outweighed the quality issues and cost... but for someone looking for a decent precision set just to have around - skip this.
I want to be able to score this higher - all it needs is better bits. As it is though - without me having another precision set laying around- this product would have been useless to me. I chewed up the included philips bit within my first two uses and rounded off two of the torx bits in situations where they shouldn't have (ie: low torque).
I would recommend the husky precision set at home depot if portability isn't your chief concern(ranges between 5-7.00 usually) which is more complete, and much heavier duty (forged bits) - but is not nearly as portable. SE Precision Screwdriver Set, 9 Pieces
I chose this over another pen-type precision tool due to the bits included and the ease of snapping the bits using magnetism rather than tightening the whole body.
From the pictures, the set looks nice and shiny but the actual thing is tarnished. Everything is dull because of the metal used which is similar to brass wherein you need to polish and it stains your fingers/hands when used. This is why I'm giving it only 4 stars.
As for the function and portability, it does the job and it's really handy. The bits are not magnetic but solid and molded correctly. Although non-magnetic, the bits can still magnetize small screws because the body where they snap on have a strong magnet attracting the screws as well. This is nice because you don't have to worry leaving the bit attached to the driver. All bits (9 of them) fit in the pen driver so you don't need to leave 1 bit attached to accommodate the rest. The middle part of the pen driver is rough for easy grip when in use. The cap that screws to keep the bits is threaded correctly meaning you can easily put the cap back on without struggling to find the right threading. This is nice for a cheap product as I've had several expriences wherein the cheap build breaks the thread or you couldn't screw the cap back on.
It's kind of cheap looking but feels solid when in use. The price is just about right for this set. So if you need a handy precision tool that is under $10, this is it.
This is a very handy little set, with a nice feel and look to the handle. Just what I needed to replace an LCD panel on a Dell notebook. Dell LCDs are held in by tiny little screws that are nearly impossible to place correctly without a magnetic screwdriver. This one has just enough magnetism to hold those tiny screws perfectly.
I would rate this at 3 stars, but the price you pay is worth the extra star. I couldn't find a better deal on any product like this at a brick and mortar store. Actually, I couldn't find a product quite like this at all.
the handle quality is decent, but not exceptional. It comes with a variety of small sized bits, but unfortunately there is no flat head. Also the bits aren't made of the strongest metal and will be damaged if too much force is used. I like that the bits fit in the bottom of the driver, but you have to flip the last one around, oh well. The magnet could be stronger but it works. The grip on the driver is excellent, won't slip in your hand. It's also compact, a little shorter and fatter than a Sharpie, another plus.
All in all, this was well worth the money and performs the task it was designed to perform. Is it top of the line? No, it's from China. But if your task doesn't demand the best, this should do just fine.
To add to the other reviews this set handle does not have what I would consider to be precision machining. The fit of the bits in the handle is loose enough to allow radial play of the bits in use. Additionally the threaded cap is a loose fit on the body threads until fully tightened and the magnet used for bit retention could be stronger in my opinion. Lets say that the quality matches the price point!
I bought it primarily due to wanting a magnetic bit holder for my Wiha precision 4mm bits. With the slop noted in this I have also ordered the Wiha magnetic bit holding extension that Wiha makes. It fits all Wiha handles but I could not find a listing for it on Amazon. It is Wiha P/N 75901.
This is a great tool to keep around for computer repairs. Very inexpensive, magnetized attachments work well and will magnetize the screws. A lot of torx bits, only one phillips head. If you have Amazon Prime and don't have to pay for shipping, this is an impulse purchase you won't be disappointed with.
This did not come with Torx T3, Triangle 2.3 or Spanner Bit 2.6mm as it says in the Product Description, this is annoying since i needed the T3 bit but the others i don't care about. The pen screwdriver itself isn't bad it looks nice and feels good but only holds 3 bits inside. The only reason it didn't get worse than 3 stars is because the pen isn't bad and it was only $4
I was looking for a screwdriver set that stores the bits inside the handle and has a magnetic tip. This fit the bill nicely without breaking the bank. I don't use the bits that came with it because they feel a little cheap and weren't the exact sizes I wanted. So I bought a separate screwdriver set, took the bits I wanted, and use them with this handle. It uses 4mm bits, not the standard size bits, so keep that in mind if you were thinking of using this with an existing bit set you have. The bit enclosure is shallow so I don't how well it might work with double-sided bits. The handle is big enough to hold 9 bits inside. The construction feels a little bit flimsy but it has held up well so far. With the bits sizes I am using I don't expect to be using massive amounts of torque or force so I expect it to hold up just fine. The clip looks like it is removable, but it is secured very snugly. I tried to remove it but I started to bend the clip so I decided to just leave it on. I think it will come off with a pair of pliers but that will also likely destroy it. - Torx - Screwdrivers'
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