Gunsmithing Fat Wrench tips--other options?

[Cproflow]

I just got my FAT wrench, as well as the ~10 tips that come with it. That is great, but I can already see I need a few other sizes (ie. larger Torx for my CZ455 action).

I see that Wheeler sell a larger screwdriver/bit kit...but it is like $90! I would guess all the other bits I would need would be in that kit, but I'd prefer to not drop the cash on that much 'overkill'.

Are there any other options for getting bits that would fit in a FAT wrench? Is that socket style proprietary? It doesn't seem like it would be, but I haven't seen any easy alternatives.

Any suggestions? Am I just going to have to get that larger Wheeler kit?

Thanks all!

 

[billyburl2]

Re: Fat Wrench tips--other options?

They use standard 1/4" bits, that are available at any hardware store.

 

[Cproflow]

Re: Fat Wrench tips--other options?

Thanks! I was hoping they were a standard size. I'll take a look this weekend (not much choice, HD or Lowe's). I'm hoping they have Torx bits!

Much appreciated.

 

[hntbambi]

Re: Fat Wrench tips--other options?

Brownell's Magna-Tips can be purchased individually. Figure out what sizes you want and order away.

http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=501/Product/MAGNA-TIP-reg-BITS

You can shop around and get better prices for the Wheeler kit.

http://www.manventureoutpost.com/products/Wheeler-776%2d737-72%2dpiece-Screwdriver-Kit.html

 

[AXEMAN]

Re: Fat Wrench tips--other options?

hey, try this ....

i made these with 3/16" allen and a 3/16" hex and for other stuff, i bought a cheap harbor freight set that had torx, hex, phillips and regular.

 

[smschulz]

Re: Fat Wrench tips--other options?

I just buy a couple Harbor Freight bit kits for $10 each.
Gives me plenty of tips and some extras if I break or lose one.
Finding bit sets that are extra long are a little more difficult and I like to add those too for extra flexibility in reaching certain areas.
No need to pay for expensive sets, IMO.
YMMV