Wera 05073661002 Kraftform Kompakt 27 RA Slotted Ratcheting Screwdriver, 1/4" Head, MULTI
$167.44
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Description
Wera Tools 05073661002 KRAFTFORM 27 RA 2 SB COMBI-RATCHETDRIVER MAGAZINE
Additional information
| Asin | B004VMWYCU |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9.06 x 2.76 x 1.78 inches |
| Weight | 10.24 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Wera Tools |
Mario –
By far the lightest ratcheting screwdriver I’ve had. These handles and smooth ratcheting make driving screws far less fatiguing on the hands. It’s slightly shorter than the popular Klein version, and feels so much better. The magnet in the tip is super strong as well. All of these features make me forgive the slight wobble in the shaft.
Ali Shamim –
The Wera Kraftform Kompakt 27 RA Ratcheting Screwdriver has proven to be a valuable addition to my toolkit. The ratcheting mechanism is solid and adds efficiency to my tasks, making it a lot quicker than other ratcheting screwdrivers I’ve used.
The Kraftform handle provides excellent comfort, reducing fatigue during extended use. The bit holder is built-in and accessed through a single pop of the button on top of the handle. It has the bits I would need for build for most tasks. Overall, the quality of this ratcheting screwdriver is amazing and feels incredibly durable. It stands out as a high-quality option within its price range, and I strongly recommend it.
Vic R –
The Wera Kraftform Kompakt 27 RA Slotted Ratcheting Screwdriver is a marvel of German engineering that looks as good as it functions. This tool isn’t just a screwdriver; it’s a veritable Swiss Army knife for the screw-turning enthusiast. Its ratcheting mechanism is smoother than a jazz quartet, flipping directions with a simple twist. The handle fits in your palm like it was custom-made, providing comfort and torque without the bulk. Versatile? Absolutely. It snaps up bits quicker than a hungry toddler with snacks. And durability? This tool can likely outlast cockroaches in an apocalypse. Whether you’re a professional or a DIY aficionado, this screwdriver adds a touch of class to any tool belt.
Karsten –
Have been using daily for a year now as an electrician. Still holding up as good as new despite heavy daily use. The ratcheting mechanism is very good, and the grip is very comfortable and ergonomic. I like how the bits are stored on the handle.
Obviously since it’s a ratcheting screwdriver you have to remember to not use it to pry ANYTHING. I made that mistake once and realized in the middle of it so now mine has a little bit of wobble in the blade.
Roman C. –
It does everything well. Took one star off for the high price. You can get a comparable tool at a much lower price.
Christopher Bowers –
This tool (as many Wera) has glowing reviews. But in reality, this is only a decent ratcheting screwdriver. It seems as though this category of tools has a lot of flawed models, and I have yet to see a perfect one.
One notable complaint with this Wera is that this tool is a bit big – the handle is bulkier than usual Wera screwdrivers (but holds bits as a trade off), and the overall length is a bit long for the effective reach. Also the bit collar and the ratcheting collar can get in the way for access or clearance. But overall I like the Wera hand design in general, and it is still good here.
The ratcheting mechanism is just OK. Backdrag isn’t too high, but the mechanism could be smoother for a tool of this price (non-budget model). For $10-15 less, it would be fine. I think the number of teeth today is improved from the original and I’m not sure which one I have (because they are the same models).
The included bits are not up to my expectations. I am mostly basing this upon #2 Philips because this bit tends to be the most variable in terms of performance between bits, and is a commonly used bit. Wera does make very good bits, so I don’t know why this one is not great – doesn’t fit well compared to other bits I have.
Overall it is a fine enough tool, but for the price, I wish the design were a bit more refined. The handle is still comfortable, but would prefer a slimmer handle, even if it compromised the storage of bits to just 4. I wish the ratcheting mechanism were smoother. But it is a fine tool overall. Any of these complaints could be easily fixed. In fact, they could have already been fixed. I’ve had this for about 5 years, and the bits or ratcheting mechanism could very well be different today. But this is my experience with the tool I have.
Anthony –
I’m really happy with this screwdriver. The build quality is fantastic, it has a heft to it without feeling too heavy. The handle is extremely comfortable to hold, and the storage compartment for the bits is well-designed and practical. The bits stay firmly in place when in use, and the magnetic tips are the perfect strength in my opinion – strong enough to hold onto screws but not so strong that they can’t be shaken off. I just love this screwdriver and I think it’s easily worth the premium price.
XTsallaD –
Well designed and very solid feel. The handle is larger in diameter than a normal Wera driver but is still relatively comfortable to hold. It’s not as nice feeling to me as the more slender handles but offers more torque with it’s larger overall diameter. The push button on the back hasn’t ever accidentally opened the handle on me unintentionally in the past year I’ve owned it, yet is easy to push and open to access the stored bits. The button must be pushed in about ⅛” (3mm) to release the closure inside the handle and it has stiff spring tension to pop it open quickly. The bit storage has retainers for 6 1”(25mm) insert bits made from standard 1/4” (6.3mm) stock. The ring selector for lock, left ratchet and right ratchet is made of metal and marked with a small ridge that works like a pointer to the references for the actions marked on the plastic handle with ‘R’ for turning right and ratcheting left, ‘o’ in center for locking the driver in both directions and an ‘L’ for turning left and ratcheting to the right. It works the opposite direction from my Snap-On ratcheting driver in the direction I have to twist the selector to turn for driving. For this driver you twist the selector to the left to select ‘R’ to drive and to the right to select ‘L’ for loosen action. It’s got a solid locking feel when selecting different positions and hasn’t accidentally been bumped out of position on me during use over the past year of using it. The selection ring also has flat sides on a hexagonal trim edge for anti-roll which works well and looks nice. The six sided shaft is a good surface to be able to spin in the ratchet direction easily with my index finger and thumb for quick low torque removal or driving of fasteners. I don’t feel like I miss using a round knurled shaft for this purpose and I think I get a little more torque by having the hexagonal surface to turn with my fingers. The shaft is hexagonal tool stock with the stainless steel magnetic bit holder friction fit at the tip. The bit holder isn’t perfectly inline with the shaft and has a very minor wobble that I only noticed when I checked it for runout. It has about .5mm of runout. I actually had the first one I bought replaced by Wera for having pretty bad runout at the stainless steel bit holder that is pressed onto the end of the shaft. The bits fit well with tight tolerance in the magnetic insert bit holder. The bit holder retains insert bits nicely with it’s strong magnet and the magnet is strong enough to pick up small ferrous objects such as 3”(75mm) screws on the end of an inserted bit. The bit holder doesn’t have a retention ring which I think is a good thing. Bits are easy enough to insert and remove from the holder even though the magnet is very strong and holds bits securely without a retention ring. The ratchet mechanism is designed with a very fine precision ratchet that locks well and feels solid and refined. The softer green molding of the handle feels a little more stiff than most of my other Wera drivers but still delivers a nice gripping surface. I hope this review is helpful.
arrzrbck –
i just completed a new PC Build and this Wera Ratcheting Screwdriver was the right tool for the job! The magnetic bitholder was better than ANY Ratcheting screwdriver I’ve ever used (even better than the tool truck guys). I was able to get into some tight spots without my hardware falling off. The ergonomic handle is easy on the hands. The Bit storage is GENIUS! No longer will I have to worry about the top coming off the bit storage.
Mariandree R. –
For commissioning is perfect