The positives in my opinion are that they feel great in my hand, they fit the screws I have used them on very well and they are attractive. The negatives are that I would have wanted them to have a metal striking cap in case you need to tap it lightly with a hammer and that the blade type indicator on the back seems to rub off easily. With that said, the biggest issue is the tip durability. They seem to be noticeably weaker than the standard klein screwdrivers I bought about eight years ago. This seems to be a sad trend with klein drivers in general... If they could bring the tip durability back to where it was about a decade ago I'd rate these drivers 4 or 5 stars. However, as it stands I'm more likely to look to other brands such as the german or swiss made ones such as Felo, Wera, Witte or PB Swiss among others... These brands are often LESS expensive than this Klein set, even when they are on sale for under forty dollars... Klein JSDS02 7-Piece Journeyman Screwdriver Set
I have been using these Klein Journeyman Screwdrivers since they came out and just love them! They are very comfortable to use and feel great in your hand. The design of the handles are some the best I have used and grip really well. I use these in conjunction with the Klein cushion grip screwdrivers, both are excellent! The tips fit the screw very well without slipping or stripping out the screw. Klein uses a very hard/durable steel in there screwdrivers, I have been using them for years and am extremely impressed!
I have had this screwdriver set for about a year and I have found them to be quite durable and well made. The handle design is very ergonomic, so it is easy to put a lot of torque on it. I have had no issues whatsoever with the tips bending, breaking or chipping. The only complaint I do have about this product is that the handle material has a very pungent odor to it. I thought initially it would wear off after a while but it hasn't. I don't usually notice it when I'm working on something but when I go to my toolbox to get anything I smell it. And no it's not something else in my toolbox, it is very obviously the handles. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for a quality product but not at the professional level.
The Journeyman line is no disappointment. The tips of these screwdrivers are machined well so they fit screws properly. The tips also appear to be very hard and unlikely to fail. The handle is a good fit. They are not as soft as the regular Klein cushion grips but anyone who does a lot of work wit their hands probably won't mind. These are huge step for anyone who has been using Chinese garbage tools. I would buy these again.
I have always used the cheap Stanley and no-name screwdrivers that you get at very low prices, or free with a rebate, and none of them last. I purchased this set a couple years ago and they have not failed me. The handles feel good in my hands, the design is sturdy, and I am glad I spent the money I did.'
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