Wera Zyklop Mini 1 Bit Ratchet

There is something assuring about buying from a reputable company like Wera. You know that you are getting high quality tools when you decided to purchase from them. The initial cost can sometimes be overwhelming, but the quality will last for generations. In this video we are looking at their mini bit ratchet, I think you're going to like it.
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[@txtoolcrib]

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[@drengskap]

I have this Wera bit ratchet in a Kraftform set with nine bits in a plastic case, and it's a fantastic pocket carry, you hardly notice it's there until you want to use it.

[@paragonknight3307]

Recently found your channel, you have brought alot of high quality tools to my attention and alot i have purchased. Thank you sir.

[@txtoolcrib]

Welcome aboard! Thank you for watching, I really appreciate it.

[@My03Tundra]

Love the presentation, and this has definitely been added to my list of tools I have save on Amazon.

[@jeremyspaulding7735]

A really cool ratchet option. I've used wera tools at work and they are very well made. This is one I think I will look into for sure. Great review 👍

[@txtoolcrib]

Thanks, always appreciate your views.

[@stanislavvartanyan9430]

Thanks for an excellent and very thoughtful review. I can totally support your view on this little ratchet - it's absolutely great! I've owned one for over a year now (came with one of Wera's Kraftform Kompakt Zyklop Mini sets - yeah, I know, Germans seem to absolutely love the K letter LOL). I have just one small comment on one of your "wishlist" items, about the extender. It's not bundled with the retail "single" package, it is bundled with some more extensive (and hence more exPensive) packages, however, any off-the-shelf 1/4 hex drive extender would work, so one can easily source one (not necessarily by Wera), in desired lentgh and with other desired features (magnet/retention ring etc). However, there's one inportant note I'd like to make: if you use the extender, most likely it will ruin the compatibility with Leatherman's flat double-sided bits, because most extenders would simply not have enough depth at the female end, to be able to securely lock any double-sided bit, let alone Leatherman's flat bits - in most cases it just won't get deep enouhg into the extender's bit holder end, to "click" in place that little retention notch. Not an issue for me at all, because I am not a huge fan of those bits, however, for someone who loves and uses them, and wants to use them with this Wera ratchet AND the extender - beware of this potential issue. You'll need a really deep extender to be able to use double-sided bits.

[@danduane1413]

Thanks for the review. You had a lull in your postings for awhile, and was hoping you weren't putting this channel aside. Good to see you back and looking forward to more videos from you.

[@txtoolcrib]

Yeah, I’m a working man. So I spend long stretches on the road at times. Doing shutdown work, I’m quite literally too tired to do anything but eat, shower, and sleep at the end of the day. I’ll try not to go long stretches without posting though. Thanks for coming back to watch.

[@danduane1413]

@@txtoolcrib Understood. When I was in my teens/20's, I was a mason-tender and then a mason. I decided I didn't want to be tired all the time and went on to something else. Hats off to you for doing the job you do. yeah, no problem.... you do good reviews, so I'll stay on. I don't think I'll pick up the Wera set as I have a Mac set [SBDR32K with the MR5BD ratchet]

[@speckledjim_]

I love Wera gear, they're hex and torx drivers are second to none. Ifixit is really top notch too, and they support our "right to repair"

[@txtoolcrib]

They make some pretty great stuff.

[@MIIIB]

Ben, Very good review. I use the 'Wiha 76889' its a ratchet, extension and 33 bits for $30 round. I debate myself many time if buy this exact Wera but price gravitate me to the Wiha set. Is quite similar. Both are high premium quality, Europeans always looking for good engineering products. I use from Wera the 'L Keys'. Hex plus and the Tork Security SS, as well a screwdriver compact combo of 30s bits and for my micro components a full set of micro screwdrivers. Not cheap but is very high quality. From Wiha I had the set of Screwdrivers Heavy Duty and insulated set too. My last tools to mention are the mechanic wrenchs pliers. BEST tools ever had. Thanks for the review! Is a very good ratchet the Wera. I think is time for Americans brand to start adapting their liens for some EDC kits, if not, foreign brand will take everything.

[@txtoolcrib]

Well said.

[@chrisfyfe9212]

That’s my EDC ratchet of choice !

[@DICASDOMAU]

Compacta. Interessante ferramenta.

[@borjagonzalez8760]

I´ve own the Wera Tool Check PLUS for a few years now, it comes with that ratchet, a small screwdriver type bit holder and a small extension. An interesting thing is that some of the bits are doubled, so you can have one on the ratchet and one on the handle at the same time.

[@txtoolcrib]

Nice.

[@GabeMacDonnell]

TX Tool Crib i love the tool check plus. I have the imperial set, & replaced some bits w/ specific ones i need at work, (more slotted, & some stainless.) unbelievable how much they pack into such a small footprint

[@julianweiser9985]

Oil is really hard on those rubber coated ratchets. This seems to be an interesting alternative.

[@jesseturton]

Will the double sided wiha bits you carry for your leatherman work with this? You say it's not pass through but the leatherman bit seemed to work which makes me think the wiha's will work too. Thanks

[@Matt-ps9iz]

Hey Ben, have you ever seen or used the Wera ‘Joker’ wrenches? They have some really interesting features, and for my purposes at the time, the stop plate on the back which would allow them to hold a nut and not have it pass through one side of the open head was irreplaceable.

[@wayned5872]

I need this for putting together Fauk couplings in gearboxes!!

[@nmtoolsandgadgets4963]

i use the bosch mini ratchet since it's built well, lightweight and easy to place in my multitool sheath since it's thin too.

[@txtoolcrib]

I don’t guess I have seen the Bosch version.

[@tommyglisten6501]

Been binging all of your multi tool videos and I’ve been wondering what you thought was the best multi tool for fishing? I was thinking Leatherman Rebar but I’m disappointed it doesn’t have a clip. Thanks for all the reviews! Love how detailed your reviews are and how you don’t hold back any punches!

[@txtoolcrib]

You know what, that is a very good question. I was in a Cabela's recently and ran across a multi tool that was designed to be used primarily as a fishing tool, but apart from the needle nose pliers, it was pretty lacking. My first thought is to say that the Leatherman Charge series of tools would be the best fit. They, like the Wave+, have a bit narrower needle nosed plier that would aid in hook removal. I also like the fact that the Charge series has a cut hook integrated into the serrated blade, something you don't get with the Wave+. It would be more advantageous to have a longer length needle nose plier though. I'll have to look into it a bit more. Tell me some of the types of tools that you would find the most useful in a fishing tool if you would. I'll try to match you up with what I think might work best for you.

[@tommyglisten6501]

@@txtoolcrib that’s awesome! I’ll check out the charge! Thank you for your help! Tools that would be a must for me for fishing: Needle nose pliers, scissors, standard knife, serrated knife or saw, bottle opener (fishing & beer goes hand in hand), gut hook, good ruler for estimating length, wire cutter for cutting hooks. It would also be ideal that it is rust resistant since it will prob be getting wet, and easily accessible would be a plus but not overly necessary. Thanks again!

[@txtoolcrib]

Rust resistance is the one area I had concerns. Unfortunately, the Charge is the only multi tool that checks all of the other boxes. You can get the Charge with a black oxide coating for the tools, except the file. My suggestion would be to use a light gun oil as a rust preventative. The tools that will be very rust resistant will be any of the SwissTool models from Victorinox. However, each of those options will not include a cutting hook or needle nose pliers. Then you will also lose either the scissors or serrated blade, depending on which model you choose.

[@mianpalo774]

Hi and thanks for the video, i really dont have any idea about tools and i want to buy small ratchet like this that would fit into 15/16” bolt. i wonder if this cute little guy will fit? thank you for answering..

[@farissais]

Is the thumb wheel there from plastic or metal?

[@TheRealVideoMurder]

Loving these ratchet videos, should take a look at the Topeak Ratchet Rocket

[@txtoolcrib]

It’s coming!

[@bilakos1987]

They could easily have the other end be an in-line driver slot. It would be even better!

[@dickturpin8135]

Hya Ben,just a note regarding multi tools,I carry a gerber balance the most tactile multi tool ever in my opinion, a tool you take to if you get my meaning.your thoughts or a review would be appreciated.great videos my friend.

[@txtoolcrib]

Thank you for watching. Unfortunately, the Balance is a multi tool that I don’t own. I would have to get my hands on one.

[@Leijona82]

😉

[@l.nassah6728]

What's the difference between the zyklop mini 1, 2 and 3? Anyone knows

[@PlasmaBallX]

Each version has a different power head. Version 1 is for 6.35mm hex bits. Version 2 is for through sockets with 11 mm hexagon socket and version 3 for 1/4" standard sockets

[@teapeabartle4046]

The only thing I don’t like is the handle. I would like to see a thinner profile handle like the victorinox ratchet the wera handle makes it heavy and chunky in the pocket.

[@PlasmaBallX]

There is a ratchet from Facom and also from KS Tools (918.3015) which have the same drive head as the Wera ratchet but they have a lockable joint and a slim handle where you can insert a bit socket like the Victorinox ratchet

[@GabeMacDonnell]

OCD detail: The reverse lever looks like a miniature Kraftform handle.

[@txtoolcrib]

It sure does!

[@kevola5739]

I spent my work life searching for larger handled tools to fit my large hands. Now that I’m retired I search for compact tools to edc. Does anyone else see the irony in this? I guess I’ll have to load a toolbox into the truck so tools will always be nearby.

[@txtoolcrib]

Lol. I definitely see the irony.

[@jose8665]

Look up wera 004170 bicycle set 12 piece on kctools.Com you will like what you see here

[@asfvck7397]

woah woah hold up... now were talking about edc carrying a ratchet on their person everyday!!! wtf

[@txtoolcrib]

Quite a few people do actually, you might be surprised.

[@danduane1413]

I'm an Avionics Technician and carry a full-sized Snap-on screwdriver on me all the time. I'll sometimes carry an Icom Airband radio too. It's a bit of weight, but I just use it too often not to. The driver: shop.snapon.com/product/Complete-Screwdrivers/Ratcheting-Soft-Grip-Standard-Screwdriver-(Red)/SGDMRC44B

[@drsnowmon]

Junk, too much back drag