Torque wrench to get for scope mounting

[rhineoshott]

What one do you guys recommend? I don't want anything super expensive or fancy, just something where I can set the In. Lbs from about 5-35 (ideal), and not over tighten the screws in my base or mounts.

I'd like something that can be used with flathead, allen/torx, hex bolt, and maybe Phillips.

The guy at ACE looked at me like I was crazy when I described what I was looking for.

Where can I get one?

[Marlin]

Might be more than you may want to spend. it was the only one I could remember though.

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00934887000P?prdNo=5&blockNo=5&blockType=G5

[SAnd]

I have one of these. So far I've only used it maybe a dozen times but I like it.

FAT torque screwdriver

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=718023

[rhineoshott]

I have one of these. So far I've only used it maybe a dozen times but I like it.

FAT torque screwdriver

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=718023

This is the one I've seen before. thank you!

[BPTactical]

I liberate the kids Snap On dial torque wrench when I need in/lbs.
I like being able to see the torque coming up. That way if you encounter a burr or such you can actually see the torque reading spike.
If I have to invest in one short of dropping four bills for the Snap On (Hey-I'll tell the kid he has free rent for a month or two-shit, he already does) I will buy a beam type wrench.
Ive never really trusted the click type after I used one that was FUBAR and snapped a head bolt.
That leads to high blood pressure and lotsa bad words.

[SAnd]

I found some of these guys on ebay for less than $50.

Apco Mossberg Torque Screwdrivers-

http://apcomossberg.com/TorqueScrewdrivers.html

[jmg8550]

I liberate the kids Snap On dial torque wrench when I need in/lbs.
I like being able to see the torque coming up. That way if you encounter a burr or such you can actually see the torque reading spike.
If I have to invest in one short of dropping four bills for the Snap On (Hey-I'll tell the kid he has free rent for a month or two-shit, he already does) I will buy a beam type wrench.
Ive never really trusted the click type after I used one that was FUBAR and snapped a head bolt.
That leads to high blood pressure and lotsa bad words.


+1 on Snap-On, I have mostly their tools. The torque wrench isn't $400 bucks though. It is still expensive but worth it.

[Kavall]

Keep in mind the repeatability of an inexpensive torque wrench is hit or miss at best. There is a reason why Snap On wrenches and the like cost so much. I wouldn't be concerned as much about too little torque on a screw as much as too much torque. Once a screw head pops, the fun really begins. [Rant1]

[BPTactical]

Once a screw head pops, the fun really begins. [Rant1]

Then you discover the joy of LH drill bits, EDM machines and colorful verbage.

You get what you pay for in tooling. You buy cheap tools you get to spend your money twice. Not to mention how much time and drain bamage you lose due to broken screws, damaged items etc.
Buy the best you can-then you will never have to second guess your purchase or the work. you do.

[Tim K]

I have one of these. So far I've only used it maybe a dozen times but I like it.

FAT torque screwdriver

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=718023

I have one of these and like it a lot. It goes high enough to torque action screws, so it's very versatile.