85078 Cushion-Grip Screwdriver Set (8-Piece)
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Wirecutter's Best Heavy-Duty Screwdriver Set: chrome-plated and heat-treated tips
The Klein Tools 85078 is the 8 piece all purpose screwdriver set r/BuyItForLife electricians and r/electricians both recommend. Four Phillips and four flat head tips covering the full residential and light commercial range, the tip spread the smaller 7 piece 85076 set lacked. Heat treated chrome plated shafts, square shanks for wrench assisted torque, and Klein's signature Cushion Grip handles. Made in the USA. Klein has been making tools for tradespeople since 1857; these survive decades of professional electrical and mechanical service.
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Pros & Cons from Reviews
Pros
- +Chrome-plated and heat-treated tips
- +Cushion-grip handles for comfort and torque
- +Made in the USA since 1857
- +Square shank allows wrench-assisted turning
- +Tips are precision machined for exact fit
- +Industry standard for electricians
Cons
- -Not insulated for live electrical work (separate VDE set needed)
- -#3 Phillips tip is overkill for residential outlet work
- -Handles can crack under extreme cold
- -More expensive than hardware store sets
Warranty & Returns
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