Having the right tools for the job
Hmm, so many directions I could go in here. Do I talk about the best OS for the job? The best software toolkit for the job? The best IDE? No, I think I’d rather talk about…screwdrivers.
I’ve been looking for some new tools for working on my computers for awhile now. I’m of the opinion that most precision screwdriver sets and computer toolkits available in stores are of questionable quality. Well, I was recently trying to open up my Nintendo Wii in order to fix the buzzing noise it was making, and I discovered that I couldn’t open it without a tri-wing screwdriver. Upon looking for a nice tri-wing screwdriver, I discovered Wiha Tools. They have a huge selection of screwdrivers. The ones that caught my eye had ESD handles for working with sensitive electronic equipment. They also have the largest selection of precision screwdrivers I’ve ever seen.
Anyway, I decided to give them a go. They have so many precision screwdriver sets that I couldn’t decide which one I wanted, but I did put together a custom set to replace my larger tools. If you need a custom set for computer cases, this is a good place to start. Here’s what I got:
- Drive-Loc VI ESD Handle
- Tri-Wing #0 x #1 blade
- Slotted/Philips 1/8 x #0
- Slotted/Philips 5/32 x #1
- Slotted/Philips 1/4 x #2
- 1/4 Nut Driver
- 3/16 Nut Driver
- Torx T10xT15
- Canvas storage pouch
All these items can be found here. I would like to note that if you not looking to put together a custom set, you can probably find their stuff cheaper on Amazon. I just ordered my set, if the quality is good, I will be buying a nice precision set from them as well. If I just spent over $80 on a set that I don’t like, you will hear about it.
Oh, and one more thing about Wiha tools..they’re made in Germany, and as we all know, Germans always make good stuff.