While there may be no practical way to qualify such a claim, one could likely still argue that the Phillips head screwdriver ranks among the most frequently used hand tools in modern history. And if ...

Which is why I keep the Phillips head. In a life full of things designed to make life faster and easier, this small act of friction feels like resistance. It insists that time deserves my attention.

JIS screws: Myth or Miracle? That is often the question when it comes to discussing JIS or Japanese Industrial Standard screwdrivers. I’ve been told there is no difference between a standard Phillips ...

Years ago, those who stepped up to serve as firefighters were plumbers, carpenters, tradesmen and auto mechanics. It's not the same these days. In the past couple of weeks, I’ve been on the road and ...

A well-made set of tools for the motorcycle mechanic who wrenches on Japanese machines. The shorter handle design may make it difficult to get a good grip with larger hands. In 2011, I reviewed a pair ...

Screws may be commonplace, but that doesn't mean they're simple. A screw is any shaft with a corkscrew groove carved around its surface and, regardless of their design, screws are usually used to ...

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There are a lot of different kinds of screwdriver — at least a dozen distinct types. But, according to Justin May, of Alpers Hardware in Port Washington, New York, unless you work on cars, cell phones ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? There is no single one-style-fits-all screwdriver. Different types of jobs require ...