A flood of reviews flooded YouTube and social media recently, hyping up a new Klein Tools ratcheting ball grip screwdriver, model 32960ARCHT.
Let’s take a look!
The new Klein screwdriver looks similar to the ball driver that Klein launched a few months ago – see Klein Tools has a New Ball Handle Screwdriver (Availability Update) – but with a ratcheting mechanism built into the end of the handle.
The double-ended screwdriver bit has Phillips #2 and slotted 6mm tips, and is removable.
Klein says it has “universal bit compatibility” and works with “most 1/4″ hex bits longer than 1.5″ in length.”
Price: $30
I really like the Vessel ball grip ratcheting screwdriver, which at the time of this posting is less expensive than the Klein.
The Vessel works with 1/4″ hex shank bits and you can even pop off the end of the handle for use as a stubby screwdriver.
Even though the Klein seems less featured, it’s good to have options.
Anex also has a ratcheting ball handle driver with a removable double ended shaft. It’s made in Japan and priced at $19 at the time of this posting.
Ball handle screwdrivers, construction jacks (see New Klein Construction Jack Takes on Dewalt), bit holder sets (see Klein Bit Holder Set has a Unique Carabiner), bit ratchets (see Klein Tools Upgraded their Mini Bit Ratchet) – what tool trends do you think Klein will jump onto next? Like I said, it’s good to have more options. I guess we’ll all have to tune into their influencer network to find out.
