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Hi,

First question would be - does anyone actually use a torque screwdriver on their gun to ensure they don't overtighten? If so let's roll onto question 2

What would you recommend? looking for something not too expensive but not cheap and nasty.

Thanks

Chris

Yes, I do, though primarily for torqueing scope ring screws and base screws.

I use the Wheeler FAT (Firearms Accurizing Torque) Wrench https://www.opticswarehouse.co.uk/produ ... ue-wrench/ It comes in a set with 10 bits. It goes up to 65 inch/pounds.

I have one of these............cheap 'n cheerful. Mainly for scope mounts/rings.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sealey-STS103- ... B00NQCA1EE

Pete

Had one of these for years and it works well enough for me.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kamasa-56094-T ... B00V5SCNCO

+1 on the FAT wrench. Scope mounts, rings and action screws everytime
JohnG :cornwall:

Yes I use a couple and they are incredibly important if you are looking for repeatability when re-assembling things. You can also fine tune rifle accuracy by changing the torque slightly so something to experiment with.

TIP - always back your torque wrench back to zero when you have finished using it.

Also use the FAT wrench. Not a massive fan on the torque scale on the side as the indicator line is pretty wide (or is that fat...) and there's no indication in the instructions (that I noticed) as to whether the torque value should be taken from the top or bottom of the red line indicator - the width of the line covers 2-3ft/lbs so can be significant on lower torque values. Other than that its a pretty good item.

MotorRacingBruce1980 wrote:Had one of these for years and it works well enough for me.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kamasa-56094-T ... B00V5SCNCO

There's a blast from the past - I thought Kamasa tools went bust years ago. I still have some from the 1970-80's in regular use. good quality at a reasonable price.

1066 wrote:

MotorRacingBruce1980 wrote:Had one of these for years and it works well enough for me.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kamasa-56094-T ... B00V5SCNCO

There's a blast from the past - I thought Kamasa tools went bust years ago. I still have some from the 1970-80's in regular use. good quality at a reasonable price.

I bought one of these last year for scope rings etc. It's perfect for the job.

Yes, I use one - a Wheeler Fat Wrench.

https://www.opticswarehouse.co.uk/produ ... ue-wrench/