Tool Review: Husky 74460 2-Piece Micro Screwdriver Set

Key Features:
 +   Sturdy drivers
 +   Thin slotted blade for multiple applications
 -    Short shafts, not much reach

If you work with small electronics, computers, or printers, precision screwdrivers often come in handy. Even if you just own a pair of eyeglasses, it's helpful to have a precision screwdriver around when a screw pops out. There are many different precision screwdriver sets that come with interchangeable bits, but sometimes it's nice just to be able to reach for a Phillips or slotted driver without having to change out a bit. If you're looking for a good pair of precision screwdrivers, check out Husky's 2-piece micro screwdriver set (model #74460).

This set consists of a small Phillips screwdriver, size 0, and a small slotted screwdriver, size 3/32". The screwdrivers themselves are only about three inches long, so they can easily fit inside a toolbag, or even in a pocket. They are color-coded so you can quickly grab the one you need -- the Phillips driver has a blue handle and the flathead driver has a red handle.

The handles are a strong plastic that provides a decent grip, and the blades are alloy-steel, very strong for such small drivers. The flathead driver has a finely-tapered blade that can be used to pry off covers, metal e-clips, or plastic clips with ease, or provide leverage without bending or breaking.

This set of small drivers doesn't come with a case or holster, but you can tuck them into the pocket of a toolbag, or even carry them around in your shirt pocket. Unlike many precision screwdrivers, these Husky drivers have handles that are much wider than the blades, giving you a good grip so your hand won't slip.

The blades themselves are not extremely long, so they aren't the best drivers to use in hard-to-reach places, but for up-close work they are handy to have around. These are simple screwdrivers -- no ratcheting action, no changeable bits, and no magnetic tips. But they are sturdy and well-made, and for the price tag of two or three bucks, they're a worthy investment if you use precision screwdrivers a lot.

Like other Husky tools, you can probably find this micro screwdriver set at Home Depot or HomeDepot.com.  Amazon.com also offers this set, but their price is currently set at $6.98. For that price you can probably find a precision screwdriver set that includes a lot more than two drivers.

(Originally published on Helium.com, Feb 2013)