Value proposition of manual impact versus gun

[JHZR2]

I use them quite a bit for rotor screws, old MC cases and covers, car door locks and strikers, I wouldn't be without one.
Koken makes a nice one for the right money, not the cheapest but you get what you pay for.

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I was looking at proto US made for $64. This one is pretty!

 

[AZjeff]

These were an absolute must have working on dirt bikes in the 70s and 80s. Too many engine case screws were cross point flat heads and tight the first time. Still use it once in a while.

 

[DuckRyder]

You don’t need a really nice one, harbor freight or similar is fine imo. From my experience it’s not commonly used but when it’s needed it’s about the only way to get stuff off/out. I go straight to it on rotors held on by big Phillips too.

 

[JHZR2]

You don’t need a really nice one, harbor freight or similar is fine imo. From my experience it’s not commonly used but when it’s needed it’s about the only way to get stuff off/out. I go straight to it on rotors held on by big Phillips too.

Not really interested in buying from our adversaries when I can avoid it. I’d rather spend on a quality US made one.

 

[MattPersman]

I use mine weekly on 62te transmission compounder screws

 

[D60]

As has been stated multiple times I was taught these are basically mandatory for motorcycle service. I too keep one for rotor screws, although my results have been mixed. I think I have three now -- they seem to pop up in any old-timers' tools you may inherit or find at flea markets, estate sales etc