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Product Review
7-Piece Precision Screwdriver Set With Stand
Micro-Mark Item # 80775
Length 4-3/4" to 6-3/4"
By Nicholas Kalis
Nice set of screwdrivers for modelers - have used mine often over the decades. But ouch at today's price $ 39.95 in the Micro-Mark catalog - a bit pricey for me to recommend in good conscience to others. And the rich price does not end there - Item 80776 Magnetizer/Demagnetizer for $ 8.95? At first glance at my catalog, I asked myself where did my demagnetizer go? It must have come free with the screwdriver set; but "no", it is an up-sale - and I must have passed on this nine dollar gadget.
I am pleased to report I have never lost one of my set. But it is no thanks to the free stand that is included. And they seem to make a big deal about the stand. Reminds me of a story my dear departed mother told of me. When I was a child, my cousin was living with us and he brought us a portable little record player. When I misbehaved, my cousin would threaten to take away the recorder player. To that threat, as a four year old I responded "and the cap too?". The removable cap/top was a big deal to me at that age.
Seems Wiha thinks we should be impressed enough with its stand to pay some $ 40 retail for this set. But Wiha, honestly, your screwdrivers are a bit expensive even with the stand. Seriously, for $ 39.95 retail, the stand should have been a bit more substantial. I don't think the stand is very useful - but others might differ. And yes, I know it is Micro-Mark who likely sets the retail price for this set, not the manufacturer.
So, nice set, very high price. You are on your own with this one.
So, nice set, very high price. You are on your own with this one.
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