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Gunsmithing Need a lead on a torgue wrench for scope mounting

viav13

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Well, the title pretty much says it all.

Im looking for a good torgue wrench for mounting scopes(echo... echo...)

Need some recommendations. Preferably from people with experience with what there recommending.

Thanks in advance
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench or scope mounting

I picked up one of the Seekonk Dial indicator wrenches from Bauer Arms awhile back on a GB. Instead of buying a pair of the t-handle wrenches, I figured I would kill two birds with one stone. Overall, I'm happy with it, but will probably end up getting the t-handles for trips away from home.
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench or scope mounting

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rijndael</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I sold off my Seekonk and Craftsman for a SK 73008. It goes from 16 to 88 in-lbs.

http://www.wttool.com/product-exec/product_id/8905?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=froog </div></div>

This looks interesting. How does it handle? Audible clicks, easy to read adjustments? What else can you tell me about it?
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench or scope mounting

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: viav13</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How does it handle?</div></div>
Just fine. It has knurled sections on the handle for grip.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: viav13</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Audible clicks</div></div>
Yes, it's a click type driver. The driver 'breaks' when you hit the proper torque, and it makes a click sound.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: viav13</div><div class="ubbcode-body">easy to read adjustments?</div></div>
Yes, no complaints.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: viav13</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What else can you tell me about it?</div></div>
What else do you want to know? It's a fairly simple tool that works quite well and feels well made. I don't regret selling off my other wrenches.

I got it because I thought that having two preset T wrenches was too inflexible and not a good use of my money.
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench or scope mounting

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rijndael</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

I got it because I thought that having two preset T wrenches was too inflexible and not a good use of my money. </div></div>

Im with you on this. Im looking for something in a single, adjustable setup.

Anybody ever heard of a company called "Tohnichi." I read somewhere that they make a pretty good torgue wrench. Been trying to find a price somewhere but not luck.
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench or scope mounting

I still use my Seekonk T handle for torqing the action, and ring bases, but for torqueing ring caps and rails I use a Seekonk MC200. http://www.seekonk.com/torqstart.html

I have been using this one in particular for about four years. No complaints. I leave it set @ 17 in/lbs.

Edited: It is a Torque Screwdriver preset slip type.
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench for scope mounting

Viav13,check out www.emaxaction.com They sell CDI torque wrenches,claim to be a division of Snap-on.I just bought model 751LDIN,is 1/4in drive and goes from 0 to 75in pounds.It cost me about $150,looks and feels like a quality tool. Pete
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench for scope mounting

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: dreamlander</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I haven't used any of the others, but the Wiha tools seems to work well.

http://www.wihatools.com/200seri/285vario_s.htm </div></div>

I just bought this tool 20-70 inlbs. I works great, and clicks/breaks at setting. Best price is Allspec Tools. $79 I think. It comes with a 4mm microbit adapter (4mm). Get the 1/4 square drive adapter and 1/4" bit adapter. All delivered to my door for around $92. I comes with an adjustment tool and calibration cert. Very robust tool.
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench for scope mounting

wow. i really think id choose the FAT or the craftsman. unless i was installing scopes all day for money, i just could not see spending the kind of money some of these wrenches cost. period. $200 for a inch pound wrench? even $100. have we lost our minds?
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench for scope mounting

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: farmer</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a spare CDI and a MATCO torque wrench. If interested. </div></div>

What are the specs(lb range)? What models are they?

Im more interested in the CDI, but can u PM me prices for each one?
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench for scope mounting

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: viav13</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: farmer</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a spare CDI and a MATCO torque wrench. If interested. </div></div>

What are the specs(lb range)? What models are they?

Im more interested in the CDI, but can u PM me prices for each one? </div></div>
I cant remember, let me look.
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench for scope mounting

I have and use either CDI or a Precision Instruments dial type torque wrench. The CDI reads from 0-30 inch pounds in 1 inch pounds increments. The Precision Instruments also reads to 30 but in 1/2 in.lbs. Both have a memory pointer. Both have a 1/4 in. drive shaft. Both are expensive but fine qualitly tools.

I also have a CDI adjustable click wrench.

In my limited experience I prefer the dial type because it gives you a direct readout. No guessing. With a click type you have to careful about hand placement. Did I slighty over pull it? With a dial you just pull it and read the measurement.

Their expensive, buy once ,cry once. My .02 worth.

Walt K
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench or scope mounting

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rijndael</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I sold off my Seekonk and Craftsman for a SK 73008. It goes from 16 to 88 in-lbs.

http://www.wttool.com/product-exec/product_id/8905?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=froog </div></div>
+1 on the <span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="font-style: italic">SK 73008</span></span>. As <span style="font-style: italic"><span style="font-weight: bold">Rijndael</span></span> stated the SK 73008 has a torque-setting range of 16-88 in/lbs. so you can torque everything from mounts and rings to actions.

<span style="font-weight: bold">Heavy-duty body is anodized and built for industrial applications:</span>
SKMicrometerTorqueScrewdriveraccess.jpg


<span style="font-weight: bold">The driver accepts 1/4" drive bits:</span>
SKMicrometerTorqueScrewdriverHexSoc.jpg


<span style="font-weight: bold">The torque setting is adjusted by turning a hex in the end of the handle with the supplied allen wrench:</span>
SKMicrometerTorqueScrewdriverTorque.jpg

<span style="font-weight: bold">
The dial is marked in 4-pound increments, so if you want something in-between you have to eyeball it:</span>
SKDialCloseup.jpg


Keith
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench for scope mounting

I got a K-D tools and a CDI, both 1\4" drive from that auction site people don't like to talk about. They were less than half price of brand new, and they look new. Might try a search over there.
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench for scope mounting

The 2 brands I mentioned are also available in different dial readings. That is, a greater range. Ex. 0-75, 0-125, in. lbs. You would have to visit their website for more info.

But once again, direct readout, what you see is what you have.
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench or scope mounting

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rijndael</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I sold off my Seekonk and Craftsman for a SK 73008. It goes from 16 to 88 in-lbs.

http://www.wttool.com/product-exec/product_id/8905?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=froog </div></div>Looks like a good unit, but why does the link add say "Made in the USA" and "origin - USA" when is is plainly printed on the unit "Made in France"?
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Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench or scope mounting

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mvm</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rijndael</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I sold off my Seekonk and Craftsman for a SK 73008. It goes from 16 to 88 in-lbs.

http://www.wttool.com/product-exec/product_id/8905?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=froog </div></div>Looks like a good unit, but why does the link add say "Made in the USA" and "origin - USA" when is is plainly printed on the unit "Made in France"?
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Thats' an excellent question. Maybe the tiny men inside the torquedriver who check the torque were all conceived in the U.S.?

Keith
 
Re: Need a lead on a torgue wrench or scope mounting

You can pick one up from Napa in inch lbs. Its a ratchet type set up rather than screw driver handle. I have one for my dirt bike carburetor. Works great for for rails and rings also.
 
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