Wiha 6pc VDE slimFix screwdriver set (36455)

Strong and safeThey have the right sizes for electrical workThey have lasted the test of timeThey were good valve from screwfix at the time I needed some new ones

Strong and safeThey have the right sizes for electrical workThey have lasted the test of timeThey were good valve from screwfix at the time I needed some new ones

I’ve used a range of different screwdriver brands over the years, and had good and bad experiences. I’ve had screwdrivers come new out of the packaging with offcuts if rubber still hanging from the handle and marks all down the shafts of the drivers. However, I can say that in my experience of purchasing Wiha products, I’m yet to have any bad experiences with the initial build quality of the product and have no complaints in this department.Ease of use is relatively straightforward for a screwdriver set. They do what they say on the tin, easy to remove from packaging without any daft tags securing them together, nice comfortable handles that make using them even easier. The slim end is particularly useful for getting into tighter terminals where older models may have struggled having the lip around the end of the driver.As previously mentioned having the slimline end allows you to access the tighter terminals which can cause issues with other screwdrivers without the same feature. The soft finish on the handle of the product is the selling point of the screwdrivers. I’ve had bad experiences with other brands that have left blisters on my hands from rough handles and long periods of use. Fortunately with the handle of the Wiha product it is actually surprisingly comfortable and I can use repetitively day after day without too many issues.As all of the other questions have answered I’ve had much better experiences with this product in comparison to some of the direct competitors on the market, although the Wiha doesn’t go without a few minor flaws which hold it back from the final star, I’ve had a frustrating time with the PH1 driver that comes in the set, and have found that it tends to shear really easily regardless of the amount of torque applied. Previously I’ve mentioned how much I enjoyed the soft finish on the handle, however, I’ve found that the material seems to deteriorate really quickly, it seems to go ‘shiny’, The best way I can describe it, which makes it much harder to maintain your grip on the handle and makes applying any torque much more difficult. Particularly I’ve found in colder weather.

I’ve used a range of different screwdriver brands over the years, and had good and bad experiences. I’ve had screwdrivers come new out of the packaging with offcuts if rubber still hanging from the handle and marks all down the shafts of the drivers. However, I can say that in my experience of purchasing Wiha products, I’m yet to have any bad experiences with the initial build quality of the product and have no complaints in this department.Ease of use is relatively straightforward for a screwdriver set. They do what they say on the tin, easy to remove from packaging without any daft tags securing them together, nice comfortable handles that make using them even easier. The slim end is particularly useful for getting into tighter terminals where older models may have struggled having the lip around the end of the driver.As previously mentioned having the slimline end allows you to access the tighter terminals which can cause issues with other screwdrivers without the same feature. The soft finish on the handle of the product is the selling point of the screwdrivers. I’ve had bad experiences with other brands that have left blisters on my hands from rough handles and long periods of use. Fortunately with the handle of the Wiha product it is actually surprisingly comfortable and I can use repetitively day after day without too many issues.As all of the other questions have answered I’ve had much better experiences with this product in comparison to some of the direct competitors on the market, although the Wiha doesn’t go without a few minor flaws which hold it back from the final star, I’ve had a frustrating time with the PH1 driver that comes in the set, and have found that it tends to shear really easily regardless of the amount of torque applied. Previously I’ve mentioned how much I enjoyed the soft finish on the handle, however, I’ve found that the material seems to deteriorate really quickly, it seems to go ‘shiny’, The best way I can describe it, which makes it much harder to maintain your grip on the handle and makes applying any torque much more difficult. Particularly I’ve found in colder weather.

These screwdrivers are the only screwdrivers I use. I have tried countless others along the way but once I used these, I stuck. The build quality is fantastic, no excess flashing on handles. Screwdriver heads are solid and aren’t susceptible to breaking. The strengths of the screwdriver has been tested thoroughly too, remember, everything is a hammer!Ease of use is fantastic with these screwdrivers. It’s hard to have many points as they are just screwdrivers but the slimfix has been a life saver when it comes to boiler controls and small panels. The slim profile of the screwdriver sheath means you get no wear and tear of the protective covering and therefore are always safe.The main feature is the slim profile, it’s fantastic. Easy to use, no wear or tear noticed with normal use. I couldn’t fault them in this regard.When compared with other manufacturers of screwdrivers these are neither the cheapest or most expensive. The cheapest are of poor quality and break. The most expensive, you are paying for a name and these have broken on me as well. The wiha slimfix screwdrivers are a perfect match for price and quality. They haven’t broken, even under abuse and haven’t broken my wallet either.

These screwdrivers are the only screwdrivers I use. I have tried countless others along the way but once I used these, I stuck. The build quality is fantastic, no excess flashing on handles. Screwdriver heads are solid and aren’t susceptible to breaking. The strengths of the screwdriver has been tested thoroughly too, remember, everything is a hammer!Ease of use is fantastic with these screwdrivers. It’s hard to have many points as they are just screwdrivers but the slimfix has been a life saver when it comes to boiler controls and small panels. The slim profile of the screwdriver sheath means you get no wear and tear of the protective covering and therefore are always safe.The main feature is the slim profile, it’s fantastic. Easy to use, no wear or tear noticed with normal use. I couldn’t fault them in this regard.When compared with other manufacturers of screwdrivers these are neither the cheapest or most expensive. The cheapest are of poor quality and break. The most expensive, you are paying for a name and these have broken on me as well. The wiha slimfix screwdrivers are a perfect match for price and quality. They haven’t broken, even under abuse and haven’t broken my wallet either.

I have used these for quite a while before purchasing the Slim Vario torque set. Even though I have the Vario set I still seem to use these when needing the one screwdriver only. I love the slim handle design as I can do up and undo terminals faster. All the tips fit in the deepest contractors and RCBO’s unlike many other makes. I haven’t had a tip break yet even after some abuse! Well worth the money for a full set.

I have used these for quite a while before purchasing the Slim Vario torque set. Even though I have the Vario set I still seem to use these when needing the one screwdriver only. I love the slim handle design as I can do up and undo terminals faster. All the tips fit in the deepest contractors and RCBO’s unlike many other makes. I haven’t had a tip break yet even after some abuse! Well worth the money for a full set.

Being using this set fof a fair while and it's done great so far Was using Stanley sets before but these are great and good value for money

Being using this set fof a fair while and it's done great so far
Was using Stanley sets before but these are great and good value for money

Simple and effective. For a mid range price, these are excellent screwdrivers. They have a nice grip to hold and work with. The drivers are slim enough for most rcbos, which is a problem for a lot of alternatives. I have bought a few of these sets, mainly due to losing one driver, it works out more cost effective to buy a new set than replacing just one.

Simple and effective.

For a mid range price, these are excellent screwdrivers. They have a nice grip to hold and work with.
The drivers are slim enough for most rcbos, which is a problem for a lot of alternatives.

I have bought a few of these sets, mainly due to losing one driver, it works out more cost effective to buy a new set than replacing just one.

For the price you pay for these in screwfix you really can not fault them They aren’t weak like other drivers and they feel good in the hand

For the price you pay for these in screwfix you really can not fault them They aren’t weak like other drivers and they feel good in the hand

absolutely brilliant set of screwdrivers. i have only used these since starting my apprenticeship 6 years ago and have only broke 1of the snallest ones. i normally loose them first haha. and for the price if i loose one j can just go out and buy a new set and not worry about it breaking the bank.

absolutely brilliant set of screwdrivers. i have only used these since starting my apprenticeship 6 years ago and have only broke 1of the snallest ones. i normally loose them first haha. and for the price if i loose one j can just go out and buy a new set and not worry about it breaking the bank.

Great set of screwdrivers. Especially when you manage to get them when they are on offer. Very comfortable grip. The terminal drivers seem to last longer than other brands.

Great set of screwdrivers. Especially when you manage to get them when they are on offer. Very comfortable grip. The terminal drivers seem to last longer than other brands.