05051493001-838 RA-R M Bitholding Screwdriver with Ratchet functionality, 1/4", 1/4" x 123.5 mm

Compact, light, smooth ratcheting mechanism, durable, and just feels good in the hand. What I love most about it is the selector switch that you turn in the direction that you will be twisting the bit. All ratcheting screwdrivers should do this. Definitely worth the few extra bucks over the big box brands.

This tool offers the essential fuction of a hex-bit driver, but spices up the swagger with an easy-to-swap ratchet mechanism giving the user the ability to drive or reverse screws with nothing more than a deft flick of the wrist. The quick-release bit holder keeps bits secure due to the detent collar and precision fit. The benefit being that no driver bits will become lodged in the screw and pop free only to drop to the bottom of some dark hole while you're working. The ergonomics of the tool are top-notch. It's easy to hold, and when you need to put the extra gronk onto something, it's grippy, comfortable, and lightweight. Because it trends toward the precision end of the hand-tool spectrum, it has a fine-tooth ratchet mechanism to help drive even the most fine-pitched fasteners with speed and accuracy. There is no on-tool bit storage or storage case. This tool is intended to sit in the top drawer with the tools held only in the highest regard.

I saw a regular Wera screwdriver online and how it is a good screwdriver. I wanted something other than a regular screwdriver and researched and found this version. I wanted a ratcheting one and something smaller. This is nicely made and designed to be held firmly. I also got a bit set that I liked by Wera. I read they grip better. Very happy with it.

Awesome little ratcheting screwdriver that fits comfortably in my hand and takes any standard bits or attachments. It's surprisingly light but not in a way that feels cheap. Overall would definitely recommend, it's always the first thing I grab out of my toolbox.

returned my model 816 ratcheting for this and glad that i did, this unit has much lower backdrag and it's smaller size means you can apply force with the bottom of your hand while still being able to easily reach the direction selector. the "speed" aspect of the direction adjust is very cool and intuitive. the lower tooth count vs the 816 isn't really an issue, this isn't like a ratchet where the long perpendicular handle might get in the way. the ratchet feels and sounds very satisfying. lost a star because the slop / wobble issue from the 816 is still present. it doesn't affect usage too much and could even help in some cases allowing you to come at a fastener slightly off angle like a wobble socket. but it does detract from the overall feeling. also its much more lightweight than a 816 so better on a pouch or in a bag.

I purchased this screwdriver after trying one at a friend's shop. The ratcheting mechanism is among the smoothest I've used. It only requires fingertip control when ratcheting. Switching from right to left drive is done with the green hex part at the fingertips. The change from left to right is super smooth and can be done easily with one hand. It can also be locked in the middle position to lock out the ratchet mechanism completely. Once you change the direction of the ratchet with the green hex knob, you can keep turning this knob easily by fingertip to start the screw and then use the ratchet once it tightens up. It is impressively smooth, much smoother than my Snap-On ratcheting screwdriver that I've used for years. This screwdriver is great for small work since the handle is smaller than many of my other ratcheting screwdrivers. I also purchased the Wera KK25 screwdriver with internal bit storage. It has a larger handle that I prefer for most things although it does not have the ratchet mechanism. This 838 RA-R M has the quick bit holding tip that can be used with a simple screwdriver tip, or with one of the longer Rapidaptor extensions. I got them in several sizes and will use them in this driver as well as my drill/drivers since they work so well. If you use the longer extension instead of just the bit tip, there is a little more play but not enough to be a problem for most work.

Very low back drag! Ratchet direction selector goes the right way. Easy to swap bits but good lock when it's in. It's the only bit lock that I like. I can't stand the others I have. Only negative is that it's a fairly small handle size. Same as their electrical handle one that I have (non ratcheting version). It's just too thin to get a lot of torque. So personally I wrapped it in silicone tape to increase it in size similar to the next size up of Wera handles. See photo. I did a terrible job with the tape but other than being messy-looking it's now so much more grippy and I'm able to transfer so much more torque. I wish this had a PB Swiss Grip handle. 😭 Unfortunately the PB Swiss ones have super strong back drag in the mechanism. Wera do make one with a thicker handle but not with the same ratcheting mechanism as far as I knew. But it's possible I would have been happier with the larger 60 RA model for my uses. I like the Zyklop models that can tilt the head but I find the ratchet on them too stiff. For now this is an awesome tool.

perfect, authentic, and as described. It's exactly like the screwdriver handle that came with my kit but with the added feature of ratcheting. Totally worth the upgrade.

Dopo aver cercato informazioni sulla maggior parte dei cacciavite a cricchetto in commercio, ho scelto questo modello Wera per le sue caratteristiche e la qualità costruttiva. Il particolare selettore di direzione aiuta quando serve più precisione e in situazioni dove ruotare il manico è poco agevole. Senza contare i più ovvi vantaggi del cricchetto (specie per chi ha polsi problematici come i miei) e del portainserti Rapidaptor. Soddisfatto, anche del prezzo scontato!!

Máxima calidad, como todos los productos de Wera. La función de carraca en un tamaño tan compacto es una pasada. Es in mango realmente pequeño, con una muy buena retención de las puntas y que puedes usar en modo carraca, o no, solo girando la corona frontal. Con una sola mano puedas hacer todas las operaciones sin dificultad, así que perfecto. Un 10 en tamaño, calidad y versatilidad.

Buena calidad, cumple con lo esperado, solamente que es algo pequeño, tómenlo a considerar.

Jeden z najlepszych uchwytów do bitów jakie miałem w ręku.

Fantastic bit screw scriver. Great design, fits nicely in the hand, small and compact, travels well. The ratchet design and spinny bit that you can hold onto at the front set really set this screwdriver apart. Haven't looked back, or at another bit holder screwdriver, since getting this one. Recommended.