Maxtech 16521MX 32-Piece Precision Bit Set

by Maxtech

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

This 32-piece precision multi-driver set is an ideal tool set for electronic workshops, watch repair, eyeglass repair, and hobby miniatures where fine precision is required. It contains a handle with a rotating cap and locking nut, an 100mm (4) (nominal) extension w/internal spring retainer, and 30 bits including, Phillips No. 000, No. 00, No. 0, No. 1; 7 slot (mm) 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0; 9 Star (Torx) No. 4, No. 5, No. 6, No. 7, No. 8, No. 9, No. 10, No. 15, No. 20; 8 Hex (mm) 0.7, 0.9, 1.3, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0; and 2 Pozi No. 0, No. 1.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000MF754W
• Item model number: 16521MX
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (162 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #564 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #8 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tool Accessories > Drill Bit Sets
  • #8 in Industrial & Scientific > Cutting Tools > Drill Bits
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Customer Reviews

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167 of 172 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best I've seen but it has some factors to consider and to be aware of., August 5, 2009

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Serious Toolster Artifacer "Artifacer" (Norhern Vermont, Vermont) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Maxtech 16521MX 32-Piece Precision Bit Set (Tools & Home Improvement)

This Maxtech 30-piece set has the best bit assortment that I have seen. I had several sets before ordering and purchased another set as well at the time that I purchased the Maxtech. The set does not mention what I have found on my own but mention it here to let you know. When I first received it I was extremely impressed by the quality of the bits. They are all manufactured from a 0.155" steel hex stock. I wish I knew of a handle that would accept this size hex bit that held the bits in place magnetically rather than a clip style. I have used Brownell's Gunsmith's full size hex Magna Bits for years and have several extra Magnetic handles and truly love this style. Back to my main point. Upon receiving I assumed that the handle alone would just accept the bits. When I went to install a bit directly into the handle the bit just fell into the handle clear out of sight. I just thought that this was the way to use the bits and just tried to really clamp down on the bits to keep them from falling. Problem is, the collets in the handle are just plastic with a metal outer tightening collar. The outer collar is the only thing that is metal and I kept loosing the bits as the light force used in tightening and loosening fasteners would just keep pushing the bits back inside of the handle. This morning I was just playing around with the set. I had not tried using the extension. But I found that once the extension was inserted I found that it was really an integral part of the set and why the handle is hollow. The extension is accepted at full depth to be pushed way down into the handle. You can extend it out any length that you desire. But pushed way in, it becomes the final piece in the puzzle. With this extension inserted you have a clip tip with a firm socket into which the bits, once inserted, are firmly held into place without any chance of them loosening and falling in deeper. Once I discovered this little bit of information my opinion of this set increased dramatically. This should be pointed out more clearly in the main description. Also the bits are held in the case by three trays that are completely removable from the main case which is very handy. The bits are clipped firmly in place. I would rather see these trays held into the case being able to just tilt forward with the "option" to remove them if you desire. All in all, with this bit of information known, I would give this set a 5-Star Rating. I hope this is useful.

UPDATE 7/3/009: Shortly after writing this I found a link on Amazon to 'widgetsupply.com'. They had a set of four color-coded aluminum micro screwdrivers with hollow handles. They came with sets of Torx, Phillips, Hex and Plain bits that are stored inside the handles which can be sortd by color depending on type of bit. The most important thing to me is that this set of handles holds the bits by the use of magnetic chucks! They accept all of the 0.155" Maxtech hex bits.

67 of 72 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic when used as directed, November 18, 2009

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Yoav Lurie (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Maxtech 16521MX 32-Piece Precision Bit Set (Tools & Home Improvement)

I do not typically leave reviews; however, I felt the need to after seeing some of the negative ones for what I consider to be one of the best tools of its kind. I have been trying to replace the hard drive on my MacBook for nearly a month and after using different sets that did not have the appropriate screws (I needed 4 sizes, including a Phillips size 000), I'd managed to strip screws, damage parts, and ruin flimsier precision screw drivers.

But, with my replacement screws (thanks Apple Genius bar!) and this 32-piece precision bit set, I was able to get the entire job done in 10 minutes. The set is compact, clear, and sturdy.

Those who have given it poor reviews, above, likely did not use the "bit extender" piece - but, it is a key element. Simply slide the extender into the base and then load the bit into the extender. This is not an optional part of the process - it's just how the unit is designed. This design allows the screwdriver to take on many different lengths and allows a static piece (the extender) be the connector to the bits, as opposed to a clamp like other designs. This preserves the bits themselves and allows the unit to be ultra-compact.

After buying and either breaking or returning three other precision sets, I can highly recommend this set.

33 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Nor for tight corners, January 11, 2010

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Joseph More "Forever Curious" (Waltham, MA) - See all my reviews
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I disagree with some of the criticisms posted. For the price, one should not expect professional-use tools. This is for the occasional home user, and as such, the quality is good enough.

Perhaps, the absence of an instruction sheet is a flaw. Some have complained that the handle does not hold firmly enough the screw bits; in my opinion, the extension-shaft is to be used always. Which brings me to my criticism.

The screw-bit-socket has too large an external diameter for fine work. I have used this tool to tighten screws on my eyeglasses, and the collar of the socket gets in the way. For such small screwdrivers there is no need for a large torque, and the stem of the bits, and consequently the socket to receive them, could have been made much thinner. My other criticism is a minor one, this storage box could have been designed to receive the handle with the extension shaft inserted, rather than having to have to separate them store them.