I have been a big fan of PB Swiss Tools – at least those I could budget for – ever since I bought a PB Swiss Insider screwdriver a couple of years ago. PB Swiss Tools make very good screwdrivers, mini Torx drivers, and hex keys.
So when I heard they came out with a SwissGrip stubby screwdriver bit holder (model 8452), I knew I had to get one.
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The driver features PB Swiss’ SwissGrip rubbery soft-grip material, notches that prevent it from rolling away on a flat surface, and a strong magnetic 1/4″ bit holder.
The “O” marking on the cap allows for easy differentiation in case you have multiple PB Swiss – or other brands’ – stubby screwdrivers in a rack or tool drawer.
Load it up with a standard 1″ (or longer) screwdriver bit, and it’s ready to go.
Overall, I really like this stubby driver, and plan to keep it in my main box. It’s already gotten me out of some tight-access situations, but I’ve also been using it as a compact and palmable driver when higher torque or larger handles isn’t needed.
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You can also buy one from ToolLady (which is where I bought mine from), or Count On Tools. I don’t remember how much I spent, and cannot find my receipt from a larger order, but it’s available for about $16 right now.
I previously discussed a couple of alternatives, such as the Wera ESD stubby bit holder, Klein 6-in-1 multi-bit stubby driver, and Wera mini bit drivers (which aren’t quite stubby, but they fit better into compact tool kits). If the PB Swiss driver wasn’t available when I was looking for a stubby bit holder, I probably would have instead went with Wiha’s SoftFinish model ($15 via Amazon).
I own a couple of Wiha SoftFinish screwdrivers, including Phillips and slotted tip drivers, and while I like the feel of the handles, PB Swiss’s SwissGrip drivers are simply grippier, softer, and more comfortable. I’m sure the Wiha would have been a great second choice, but I’m glad I found this one.