The ONLY 5 Screwdriver Brands To Invest In 2024

These are my top 5 favorite screwdriver brands. Each of these brands brings quality, durability, and great options for any screwdriver need you have. We will compare Hazet, Witte, Felo, Wiha, and Wera screwdrivers. While my favorite is the Wera screwdriver, each other brand offers different options for different people.
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THE SCREWDRIVERS
Hazet screwdriver set
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Witte screwdriver set
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Felo screwdriver set
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Wiha screwdriver set
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Wera screwdriver set
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MY FAVORITE TOOLS
Knipex Wire Strippers
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Wera Screwdriver Set
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#bestscrewdrivers #wera #wiha

[@merrickboyton3673]

You missed PB Swiss, by far the best “investment”. Top notch quality with lifetime warranty. Still use Wera Phillips ball grip. As far as flat head screwdriver and bits PB Swiss for the win.

[@willb3018]

How could you miss PB Swiss? Geez.

[@harveysmith100]

I have loved Wiha for about twenty five years, just the best handles. Then one day I picked up a PB Swiss hard handle, (yes, with a scent of vanilla) at a junk sale. £1. Had to try it. Very different from my usual but I get it. Just can't put it down. Going to try their comfort grip soon.

[@andrewlacerenza667]

PB Swiss is my go to

[@Quietvibes07]

So I recently got into Wera screw drivers & kind of didn’t love them at first. They seemed small and almost toy-like. BUT once I actually used them i was blown away at how much I love them. Great design & excellent materials used. You were part of the reason I gave them a shot so thank you!!

[@aubreyleonae4108]

I'm intrigued by the Wera. I thought it was just a different handle, I didn't know about the tips. In the 80s I did a manual mod to my tips I used in terminal work. We were on towers with no leverage. The mod I did held the driver in the screw and doubled our speed. We went through drivers fast and of course voided the warranty. I've always looked for someone to design something like that. Glad to know. I'm retired and long past my tech days but getting older and weaker I can use all the help I can get from a tool. But... I've got all these Klein's, lol. I"ve got Wera in my Amazon cart. Thanks for the video

[@BL-yj2wp]

These Hazet screwdrivers are made by Oplast in Slovenia. They make drivers for many brands including Knipex, Connex and Gedore.

[@americanelectrician]

Thanks for the heads up!

[@leonpowers8762]

Wiha works very well. I have bent the tips on 2- flat blade Kline screwdrivers. The Wera Bit check works well. I have never broken a wera bit yet. I like to pair it with the Snap On small ratcheting screwdriver handle

[@Jtx_Tools]

Try out PB Swiss their “Swiss Grip”Handle specifically is my Favorite. I have Bigger hands I wear a size XL Glove I’ve tried a bunch of different Screwdrivers Wera, Wiha, Klein, Vessel, Craftsman and Snap on those are all good but the Texture of the grip and the groves of the Swiss grip allow you to Really provide a great amount of Torque the the fastener. And is really ergonomic.

[@claudyfocan731]

Also they have color coded caps! Made of hard plastic that indicate driver type and size. Instead of a print on the end that rubs off. The plastic’s color will always be there. Based on handle size you can guess the correct size 🤷‍♂️ They are the best of the best indeed, the flat ones have true flat tips too. I use them as my regular set, I use VDE Stanley Fatmax as my insulated ones.

[@gpraceman]

While a one brand set has some appeal, I ended up with a mix of brands in my electrical bag for my handyman jobs. A Felo insulated magnetic bit holding screwdriver. I like the flexibility to change out bits, if needed, but I usually keep my #1 Robertson bit in it. A Vessel ball grip ratcheting #2 Phillips. Pull off the blade and it's a ratcheting stubby with a magnetic bit holder end. Two screwdrivers in one. Inexpensive and very handy. A Wera 5.5 mm flat blade with the laser etched tip for switch/outlet plates. A Klein beater flat blade. Fine for beating on. Lastly, a Klein 4-in-1 multi-bit precision screwdriver. It is very easy to grab the screwdriver I want by looking at the handle. Very rarely do I work on anything energized, in a residential setting, so not having a fully insulated set is not an issue. I have the insulated bit holding Felo, if the need truly arises.

[@GS-lh2nx]

My dad was an industrial electrician. Retired 20 years ago before these brands were well known but he liked the Stanley100 plus. Simple but hardworking.

[@claudyfocan731]

I also use Stanley Fatmax VDE drivers. Same quality shanks and probably same factory as Facom too. But Facom (French tool brand) screwdrivers are like twice the price. But the Stanley ones were cheap, paid 35€ for a 10 piece set 🤷‍♂️ made in France too. They hold up excellent! They are used for my sidehustles, my main job is to work as an electrician on a large dredging ship. Our company buys SKG drivers. Its a German brand, not so expensive and the handles are not as nice as Wera, Facom, PB Swiss etc. But they are robust and get the job done 🤷‍♂️ On the side I repair electric motors and machines and do some houses here and there.

[@DubG89]

Craftsman 4 volt screwdriver with the Klein 11 in 1 impact 5/16th end attached to it.

[@mumbles1justin]

I pretty much agree with the ranking. My personal ranking is #1 Whia Slimline VDE & torque #2 Wera Slim VDE & bit drivers (slowly becoming my #1 because I can easily get from most of my vendors) #3 Vessel VDE and USB220 Plus #4 Felo slim VDE #5 PB Swiss non VDE

[@drewpanetti]

I can get more torque on a Klein than a wera, kleins also fit better in my mini Niko diamondback pouch. Wera laser tip helps a lot if you’re trying to get a Phillips screw in at a little bit of an angle

[@burnedupsparkytipsandrevie9597]

No way newer kleins the rubber starts spinning on top of the plastic if you give it some balls while turning

[@bradw0535]

I go back and forth between the standard Klein, Wiha, and Wera 👍

[@americanelectrician]

All great options

[@anonym6391]

Should check out the Felo Ergonic line insted of the Felo frico line for the beater. They have a gel under the rubber of the handle and are even softer. Hazet is manly a wrench and socket company in germany. There Screwdrivers are less known in comparison.

[@americanelectrician]

I’ll have to take a look at them! I know there are some other brands with the same style of driver as well

[@Person12783]

Had wiha, wera and now klien all vde. Wiha was perfect until the tips bent, weras handles were uncomfortable and the insulation split way too easy. Had klien for about 2 months now and absolutely love them, pure perfection from america coming from an irishman

[@narutobroken]

Vessel is great too

[@nachoisme]

Anex as well. Another Japanese company

[@americanelectrician]

Vessel has some pretty cool stuff. Never tried anex

[@Dave30867]

Everyone has there own favourites it is what it is good guide for beginners anyway cheers.

[@lousydevotee9169]

Just ordered the vessel ratcheting screwdriver.. hope it’s good!

[@ks-hg5vo]

Felo ergo are top along side pb swiss grip

[@justinmartin8458]

My favorite is either the Klein or Wera screw driver.

[@americanelectrician]

Great choices!

[@benjaminmasters5375]

I personally have snapon since i do a lot of oily work and come into contact with brake cleaner, my secondaries are the milwaukee USA made ones, i do love wera ones, but I dont own them

[@davidgearardo1788]

i’ve got some old pratt- read tools older than you , people sleep on the old tools but they are tough as nails , Ideal owns them now I think

[@dudemanmanguy1957]

I’ve been telling everyone about wrera for years definitely my favorite

[@reap62]

Im gonna also add vessel both the impacta and the ball grip and also if youre in a mechanical repair trade vim screwdrivers are really nice

[@americanelectrician]

Those are great options!

[@GS-lh2nx]

I have been using the USA made Milwaukee with the laser tips that is a great feature. You can really feel them bite in and hold

[@jgs1994]

If you like the witte and heazet should try the stahlwille I use wera, witte, pb swiss, gedore and stahlwille are my favourite. Gas engineer

[@bulshavix6]

I like pb Swiss and vessel. I have a bunch of wiha ones but those are a little better especially for certain screws

[@MattHmm-rq6dn]

You really should try the vessel wera ball grip model it's made in wera plant has ball grip like vessel and lazer tip. They were originally made for the Japanese market but now are available on kc tools and of course az jp. Between thoes my nepros and wera insulated and black handle beater it covers my dedicated screwdrivers. Good for you pointing out thoea fantastic German brands 👏 I have loved having them for years!

[@justinkase1360]

I will have to check these out. Ball grips are much better than these types of grips for my use. I mainly spin the tool in my hand when using screwdrivers, with the butt of the driver in the palm. I only grip the side of the tool when high torque, when I'm almost done driving the screw. I really enjoy my ANEX ratchet driver. I do wish more companies made tools like the 11-in-1 from Klein. I much prefer that to bits in handle.

[@MattHmm-rq6dn]

Amex ratcheting screwdriver is my outside of the bag quick screwdriver I like the position of the selector switch

[@americanelectrician]

I’ve seen them but I haven’t ordered them yet! They look sweet

[@MattHmm-rq6dn]

Yea I suggest ordering the wera ball grip vessel screwdrivers on az jp the more you order the more your save on shipping. Find some fun stuff like the vessel electric screwdriver or highly recommend are the marvel crosscut pliers.

[@Brandonreisinger]

Vessel just came out with Robertson drives! They have not released the insulated version yet though

[@Magicagic89]

i use all this screwdrivers but i also use the full tang wihas . Wiha is really good also .

[@MaxwellBenson80]

I got a wera square tip. It's a great screwdriver. My apprentice refers to it as "the buttplug" due to the wierd shaped handle.

[@burnedupsparkytipsandrevie9597]

Whia, wera, and if youbwant some great american made actually comfortable insulated screwdrivers, id recommend snapon, theyre not much more than klein or wiha but they are some of the best screwdrivers ive used.

[@timothybrown4635]

Love the Felo I bought but my work gave me some wiha, so I've been using them mainly. The wiha are def less comfortable and seem maybe slightly less durable

[@williammorrow1187]

Klein is my favorite as I have very large hands and the other German/ European brand drivers just don’t fit my hand or feel comfortable. If I could get the Wera laser tips on a Klein handle then I would have the perfect screwdriver for me.

[@S5fittyIvan]

Try the new Milwaukee drivers

[@williammorrow1187]

@@S5fittyIvan my wife ordered me some Wera screwdrivers so I will try them out again to see if I get the same results. I thought hard about the Milwaukee screwdrivers but didn’t want to spend the extra money when my Kleins are old reliable lol. I’ll give Wera another shot and see before I try anything else though.

[@ErickChinoC]

i personally use klein , wera , and wiha screwdrivers

[@SaintFredrocks]

I have a set of the Wera chiseldrivers with torx tips. I really like them, but not nearly as much as my Wiha Extra Heavy-Duty screwdriver set. Both drivers are nice ergonomically, but when I need a lot of torque the Wiha grip excels: it just fits great and it doesn't have hard ribs like the Wera. I have always disliked the hard ribs as in the heat of battle, trying to get a stubborn fastener out I squeeze the thing and hurt my hand. The Wiha grips are more like my chisel handles: they fit right in the palm of my hand and feel like an extension of it.

[@branned]

I have Vessel (Japan) and they are neat. Snap-on overall is my fav and MAC/Proto (same screwdrivers) are nice. All four tool truck brands have nice ones. Klein, I like the tool but the warranty sucks.

[@ptstouring49]

PB Swiss are my favorites for flat especially. I have a ton of Hazet stuff, including screwdriver sets, but not the VDE. Pretty sure they are made in Slovenia like Wera.

[@djolenis3]

Wera is made in Czech republic

[@americanelectrician]

I have heard a lot of good things about PB Swiss

[@jeffwolf8018]

Nepros didn't make the list? My wooden ones actually fit screws like none other. They are the most amazing looking finish too..

[@kwojo932]

I love my wera screwdrivers

[@louisvl10]

skip wera if you're doing mechanical work tho. their rubber parts degrade by reacting with oil and grease which will inevitable come in contact with the handles when doing mechanic stuff

[@ks-hg5vo]

I second that. The rubber inserts deteriorate and dont even know what they came into contact with .

[@louisvl10]

@@ks-hg5vo they will start to look "broken in" after a while. but that's nice imo. with oil it gets ugly, the inserts break off or crumble away

[@ks-hg5vo]

@@louisvl10 started to go tacky and inserts shrink. I respect wera s have a good steel. But for me the handles never felt right shape. either.

[@ProxyFinal]

You know what’s funny. There’s this channel where he buys every single item released by the brand and then he narrows it down to what he needs. If I am not mistaken, he worked on cars. I watched his Wera video (he has one for Milwaukee) and it’s by far the most boring video. The video is long and it doesn’t help when he talks in a rather slow pace. What drove me insane is the way he acts like he knows what the heck he is talking about. He said he was a business man (on what I have no idea and don’t care) or something

[@americanelectrician]

He’s an electrician actually

[@Fitingbros101]

got any tips for not losing tools? Just lost an impact and 2 screwdrivers, a 1" carbide hole saw and Knipex channel-locks today and I kinda want to die

[@resy1993]

I usually use a 3.5x0.4mm flat head screwdriver and use it really hard on things and screws that it shouldn't be used on. I've tried uninsulated Wera, Wiha, PB Swiss and insulated Knipex. The Wera, Wiha and PB Swiss their tips deformed quickly, the corners bent, only the Knipex is like new. In terms of ergonomics I prefer longer handles around 100mm and longer, Wera was the worst at this I don't like their handle, I like the PB Swiss handle but it would be better if it was a bit longer, Wiha is ok. Knipex is the best in my opinion, both ergonomically and in quality and performance.

[@georgedavall9449]

Wow, @ 02:26, How does it fit in the hand, fits in your hand? 😯 😆

[@jondough5431]

Is that the 7 inch Wera beater or the 6 inch?

[@leonpowers8762]

The Wera screw drivers are great. I have tried Vessel & I like them. I did buy 2- PB Swiss & I was disappointed in how small the handles was. Not very user friendly.

[@harveysmith100]

The Wiha was the first, possible the only screwdriver to win an award for ergonomics.

[@americanelectrician]

Have you ever tried wera

[@harveysmith100]

@@americanelectrician I have, their tips fit well, nearly as good as Wiha but I don't like the handles.

[@AnthonyCabrera-cy4rx]

¿What's do you think's about Knipex screwdrivers set? Are they good or not 🧐🤔

[@Chagi27]

Wera is alright their zyklop ratchet is one of the best ratchets. For Screwdrivers I am always going wiha though, quality and ergonomics are just unmatched. I like them alot more than wera.

[@americanelectrician]

They do make some great drivers

[@mvevitsis]

That beat up felo is why you don't use VDE screwdrivers as regular screwdrivers...

[@tonylanclos3756]

Wiha awesome screwdriver

[@danielstewart8325]

Bro. PB SWISS!

[@americanelectrician]

I know bro. I just don’t have any so it’s hard to say

[@sswwooppee]

I feel it’s important as an American to buy American. We all get to make our own decisions though.

[@mvevitsis]

American tools are kinda crap

[@manguydude287]

I feel like my guy here hasn't tried pb swiss yet. but seriously get klein out of the honorable mention because they are the only screwdrivers I have broken the tip off of

[@narutobroken]

Wera doesn’t fit my hand. The ridges don’t line up or feel comfortable

[@americanelectrician]

It’s not for everyone. What do you prefer?

[@narutobroken]

@@americanelectrician I like WIHA or PB Swiss, even Felo is pretty good

[@Sean-fj9pn]

Wiha and Wera on top.

[@homealone5087]

Megapro Automotive for a ratcheting one.

[@americanelectrician]

I haven’t tried that Megapro yet I’ll have to take a look at it!

[@shumy-wi2nx]

Do you know how it is? Us europeans (some of them, like me) like american tools, why? because they are not made in Europe and have a different style, a different shape, which does not exist here, you will like our European ones, because they are different from yours....and still, this thing seems logical to me .What you don't have and you see in another, is more beautiful than yours. And one more thing: you don't have special VDE systems, like here, you have a different working model, with us, everything is isolated here, with you the grounding cable goes freely where it wants. There is no such thing here, to be able to touch a bare wire in an electrical panel. If you have seen, even the terminals from Wago Klemme or other companies such as Phoenix Contact, or OBO, are totally isolated, or the power branch terminals before or after the differentials.

[@gawn10]

Wiha on top 💰

[@Mmiitthh]

I use Klein because I prefer to support made in USA tools and in my experience wera are very soft and aren’t very durable especially the square/philips for foreign made screwdrivers Wiha out performs wera in every aspect still just my experience/ opinion.

[@ElectroAtletico]

Vessel

[@brettzmars3815]

Honest opinion I didn't love the Wera like I love my Whia screwdrivers

[@americanelectrician]

It’s definitely personal preference for most of these on the list. All great screwdrivers!

[@RogueTrader-]

The best screwdrivers I've ever owned are Lancer VDE a Taiwan brand that ripped off the nobbily Rubber comfort handle design with square thumb end from top Japanese tool brand Koken. Even though my Lancers are really beat up I still reach for them first. I've bought some from Koken but Lancer had a better range and the quality was just as good. Koken dont even make a VDE version. You can't buy the Lancer anymore, except it seems in Australia. Boxo also made a copy of that same handle but again not really available anymore, maybe Koken cracked down on copyright. Wera are the worst brand I've ever owned (and I own aa lot of them) ergonomically bad handle and just rusting after a few weeks of use. I really hate them and they are everywhere in the UK, they where always just a mid end, off the self brand from Screwfix. Their hex and torx key sets are good though

[@Kenny-mg1ls]

Pb swiss! And also those German W's are pronounced like a V

[@qzetu]

I own wera screwdivers but i prefer klein. I disagree with you on ergonomics. i prefer the basic design over the rounded design that foreign screwdrivers tend to be. I grew up using klein and craftsman screwdrivers so i supose im old school.

[@robert51985]

Wish Phillips is trash. Bought slimline set and they suck. Wera finally came out with a slim set and that’s my goto.

[@chillagorilla]

No Milwaukee?

[@americanelectrician]

I haven’t tried their new drivers but there old ones don’t even compare

[@chillagorilla]

Oh yea I wanna try their new stuff but I love my wera

[@americanelectrician]

@@chillagorilla I am going to do a video on their new stuff soon for the sake of the people who want it and don't like Wera

[@georgedavall9449]

ToughBuilt

[@KevinOsborne1987]

Vessel are go to at the moment. 2nd Klein VDE (orange style). 3rd CK slim dextro. 4th Knipex VDE slim. 5th Wera (handles great, blades not as strong)

[@anonym6391]

The Knipex VDE have really weak blades, the Wera blades are very strong in comparison. The probably best of both would probably be Felo.

[@americanelectrician]

It’s a great list!

[@freemenownrifles8814]

I swear if he doesn't say FELO!!! #GETONGAB

[@RipBuck216]

It’s hand down Klein… just cause there screwdriver are multi.. soo that means less tools too carry and more space for more tools in your bag… Hands down Klein

[@americanelectrician]

I prefer dedicated drivers but there are a ton of other brands that make great multi drivers! Klein does make some awesome stuff tho!

[@KiltPatrick]

Wera handles suck. I do not understand how people think they're comfortable. Their tips are great, but the handles are a no go for me. Klein are my favorite, by a mile. Theyre locally available, not expensive, and i actually like their handles. Plus they have options nobody else has.

[@wytze01]

No PB Swiss? This list sucks

[@jeffwolf8018]

PB Swiss ate probably the best of all the ones he has up here. no mention of Nepros?? I sometimes just look at them because they're so beautifu all wood with through tang. and they work second to none.

[@justinkase1360]

Brands all matching is just trendy and dumb IMHO, choose the best tool for the job. As far as screwdrivers, I use my Klein 11-in-1 impact rated screwdriver about 97% of the time for actual screwdriver function, ignoring my Klein demolition flat head. I also own a Vessel and ANEX ratcheting screwdriver (ANEX is better)...oh, and a Vessel electric driver that is just OK. I think the ergonomics part of this video, it's clear that YOU have a preference and that is fine, but I find normal tubular screwdrivers perfectly fine. I don't even hold my screwdrivers like you until I'm almost done driving the screw already. Only when I have to apply that final torque and rubber tubular grips are actually great (better) for that, IMHO. I almost always have the butt of the screwdriver in my palm...not the side of the handle. That's one of the reasons like the ball grip ratchet screwdrivers. I mean, if you need to spin the screw 10 times, what do you do? Remove the tip from the screw 10 times? Of course not, you spin the tool in your hand, meaning that your hand is NOT on the grip like you show in this video until the last little twist. Ball grips and rubber grips are much better for this, IMHO. Single tip screwdrivers are a thing of the past for me. The only one I even use is the beater screwdriver. Walking around with 10-15 screwdrivers is just silly, IMHO. Even if they look aesthetic in your veto tool bag...it starts to sound like it's trendy and not practical. Even my insulated set has only one handle. Anyway, to each their own. I'm glad options exist for ergonomic/brand enthusiasts.

[@gpraceman]

For my general bag and plumbing bag, I go with a magnetic bit holding screwdriver to minimize the number of screwdrivers. However, for my electrical bag I go primarily with dedicated drivers, as I find it faster to just grab the one needed at that moment than to have to hunt for the needed bit. Mine is not all matchy matchy, being a mix of Felo (insulated magnetic bit holding, usually with a #1 Robertson bit), Wera (5.5mm flat blade for switch plates), Vessel (Phillips #2 and converts to a magnetic bit holding stubby), and Klein (a beater and a 4-in-1 precision). If I need some other tip, there's always the Felo that I can use. In the end, it's what setup that you feel works for you.

[@justinkase1360]

@@gpraceman There is no hunting for the bit with the Klein 11-in 1. they are always in the same place and it becomes second nature. That's why I like it far more than the type that has bits in the handle. However, if you have your tool bag right next to you all the time such that it's faster than just changing bits, that's rare but fair enough. Alternatively, if you just carry multiple drivers on you. I carry 2 in my pouch, the 11-in-1 and the demolition flat head. To replace those would take about...well 12 dedicated drivers. I do find that a strong magnetic bit holding driver is nice on rare occasions, so the Vessel does that, even with it's downfalls. I was disappointed and the stubby if just odd with how it holds bits. Far too tight or will a lot of play, little in between. I am replacing it with the ANEX as soon as I get a strongly magnetic bit holder for it. It is true that what works depends on the person and their tasks. I guess I'm just describing my particular situation.

[@gpraceman]

@@justinkase1360 I'm not fond of the screwdrivers that you have to pull apart and flip the bits until you find the one you want. In my electrical bag, the most used tips, I have a dedicated screwdriver for. I keep the less used tips on a Railer bit rail, clipped to my bag, and use them with the Felo magnetic bit holding screwdriver. Of course, it all comes down to personal preference and space in the bag. With my general and plumbing bags, I'm not as often needing multiple tips for a certain task, so a magnetic bit holding screwdriver with an onboard bit magazine works well for those bags and saves space.

[@RVMD95]

I think all recommend brands were German? Not one made in USA screwdriver do you like? Live in the U.S. work in the U.S. buy your tools from the U.S. Keep your money local. Keep Americans working!

[@lkok931]

Klein rated SUCK. Poor quality metal, poor quality insulation, poor handle design, I flat out hate them but it's what the company buys our JW's.. I'd rather spend my own money than use any free rated Klein for anything besides demolition, so I can destroy it purposefully lol. All of my rated screwdrivers are Knipex currently besides a small Wiha that my boss gave me (which I do love). The Wera handle I just don't vibe with at all; hence why I don't personally own any, but they really are top notch screwdrivers. I'd suggest to anyone to buy 1 Wera, and if you like them then do not look back. Funny thing is my EDC is an Ideal 21 in 1 unless I'm working hot or on 480v terminations. It's heavy but it has almost everything I ever need for what I do and that ratcheting action is just delightful. It's easily one of the best multi-tool/bit screwdrivers on the market.

[@qzetu]

Klein #1

[@lkok931]

In some categories, they're great. I haven't tried the all orange insulated ones to see if they're better, but I absolutely hate their anti ergonomic handle design. It's like holding a dildo.

[@AnthonyCabrera-cy4rx]

¿What's do you think's about Knipex screwdrivers set? Are they good or not 🧐🤔

[@americanelectrician]

From what I understand they are the Witte screwdrivers. They used to just have Witte screwdrivers in their bundles, which are where I got this set from