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Wera 967/9 TX HF Torx $33.04, 950/9 Hex-Plus 1 Metric $22.97, Ball End $32.33 + Post ($0 Prime/ $49) @ Amazon UK via AU

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I'd grab this in a heartbeat if it either had a T45, or the T8 and T9 were tamperproof

from @langthang

I can confirm T8 and T9 are not tamperproof Torx (no hole).

T10 has a hole on both ends.

T15, T20, T25, T27, T30 and T40 have a hole on the shorter end ONLY.

Wera 950/9 Hex-Plus 1 Metric L-Key 9 Pieces Ball-End $32.33
Wera 950/9 Hex-Plus 1 Metric L-Key 9 Pieces Regular-End $22.97

As far as I can tell the only difference is that the $32 set has a ball-end, meaning you can get in to a fastener at a slight angle. Bought the ball-end version a few months back, excellent quality.

About this item

  • L-keys for hexagonal socket screws
  • Hex-Plus allows socket head screws to live longer
  • High corrosion protection thanks to chrome-plating
  • L-keys are quickly to hand thanks to their size markings
  • Wear-resistant clip material for enhanced durability

Wera 950/9 Hex-Plus Metric 1 L-Key is high quality l-key set for hexagonal socket screws in a practical clip fastener out of wear-resistant material, enabling secure storage of the l-keys as well as simple removal. L-keys with hex-plus profile offers a larger contact surface within the screw head. This reduces the notching effects to a minimum and almost completely eliminates the risk of destroying the screw recess. The ball-end on the long arm allows for reliable working even in difficult installation situations. The precise chrome-plated design ensures high corrosion protection. The tools are quickly to hand thanks to the laser-engraved and thereby wear-resistant size markings on the l-keys. The set includes 9 pieces metric 1 L-keys.

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  • froddoog on 06/07/2023 - 20:24

    Why do you need them to be tamperproof?
    im starting to collect good tools now

    • OZKap on 06/07/2023 - 20:31
      +1

      depends on your use case. Tamperproof torx screws have a post in the middle of the female torx hole, so regular torx keys won't fit, they need a matching hole drilled in the male torx end. Personally some of my leatherman tools are put together using Tamperproof T9 screws.

      • froddoog on 06/07/2023 - 21:39

        I see, thank you

    • Series4Episode10 on 07/07/2023 - 09:57

      Because manufacturers use tamperproof screws in a vain attempt to keep you out of their products … simples! … That's why I need them.

      They are common on tool batteries .. have bought many quality tool battery seconds cheap where the BMS was faulty … so yeah

      • froddoog on 07/07/2023 - 10:50

        Gotcha, thank you

  • Spending2Much on 06/07/2023 - 20:30
    +1

    Just checked my previous Amazon orders
    Bought this October last year, $31.10
    (There was a 12% discount added for multiple buy)

    So far, I've done well on the prior Wera tool purchases, but all my Knipex orders have come in cheaper lately, unfortunately

    • Telios on 08/07/2023 - 22:10

      You are be from an alternate universe.

      All my wera purchases have been worse but my Knipex from earlier this year and last year are bucking the trend.

      With our power combined…

  • Musiclover on 06/07/2023 - 21:21

    If you use torx and hex a lot I would suggest getting bits, not keys. A lot easier to use them in a ratcheting wrench. (Or impact driver, for that matter).
    I would advice against ball points, they tend to round fasteners.

    • umexcuseme on 06/07/2023 - 21:25
      +2

      You've got it backwards. If you use them a lot you should get keys, not bits, since you will inevitably come across instances where a key will fit but a bit will not. Or do it the ozb way and buy both.

      • Musiclover on 06/07/2023 - 21:50

        I have never experienced a situation where a bit will not fit and a key will and can not imagine it hypothetically. When is that?
        I have done a lot of awkward twisting of a thin L shaped key, no thanks - once you tried driving it with a ratchet wrench or impact driver you just regret of the wasted years with the keys.
        I do not think it is a good option to have both… Keys are a waste of money IMHO…
        PS the only benefit of the keys is that they are cheaper. Makes sense if you only use them once in a blue moon.

        • OZKap on 06/07/2023 - 22:11
          +1

          Hypothetically

          I like L-Keys because they're compact, I'm unlikely to lose a piece (when e.g. compared to opening a socket set to retrieve a ratchet and torx bit), and they're a self-contained tool, no other pieces needed.

          If you do come across a situation where an L-key absolutely will not do, and you need to get this job done right away, you also have the option of angle-grinding off a length and chucking it in a drill.

          If you're installing or removing a lot of easy-access fasteners then absolutely I agree ratchet or even better impact driver is the way to go.

          You're still looking at $30 L key set vs $100 torx bit socket set plus the cost of a ratchet, 1/4" impact set comparable in price but still need a drill or impact.

          • Musiclover on 07/07/2023 - 04:09

            @OZKap: Where is the fastener in your drawing?
            $100 torx bit set? Wow, you are looking at some expensive sets. SK11 set is around $20 when reduced and $30 full price (sockets set). Wera is around $20 for a wrench adapter and around $3 a piece. I prefer them not to be in sockets (quick bits) and just using adapter with wrench or fitting directly to impact driver.
            Angle grinding a key is rather barbaric - you lose corrosion resistance; fitting a bit in a drill chuck is long and tedious.

        • Qbagger on 06/07/2023 - 22:13
          +1

          I think he means from an access point of view, the L-key type can be more versatile as you can fit them into places and spaces you can't with a drill/driver.

          • Musiclover on 07/07/2023 - 04:11
            +1

            @Qbagger: There are extensions, flexible extensions and long bits, you can fit them anywhere…

        • umexcuseme on 06/07/2023 - 22:32
          +1

          I have never experienced a situation where a bit will not fit and a key will and can not imagine it hypothetically. When is that?

          Recessed screws. Often too narrow to fit the bit or the driver shaft.

          • CheapGit on 07/07/2023 - 00:56
            +1

            @umexcuseme: If there is enough clearance above the recess opening, then you can use long series bits.

    • Nom on 06/07/2023 - 22:21
      +1

      If you use torx and hex a lot I would suggest getting bits, not and keys

      There are jobs that need one and jobs that need the other - you need both.

    • LukeOz83 on 06/07/2023 - 22:30

      I need a long (80mm) impact T25 bit. Where should I look?

      • OZKap on 06/07/2023 - 22:41
        +1

        I've been using a Milwaukee T30 25mm insert bit to install concrete anchors, so I'd recommend them. Their 50mm philips bits are good too.

        I've had good experiences with Kango bits too, but they leave the 1/4 hex all the way to the tip, so you can't get in to some smaller recessed holes.

      • CheapGit on 07/07/2023 - 00:51
        +1

        Kincrome do a T25 impact bit in 75mm and 100mm lengths. Your local hardware store should be able to get one for you.
        https://www.tools.com/?rf=kw%3Fkw%3DTorx%2520T25%2520Impact%…

        Milwaukee has a T25 impact bit that's 3.5" long (88.9mm) part no 48-32-456.

  • Quarn on 06/07/2023 - 22:36

    Great price, bought 2 sets of ball head for work. Top quality.

  • jsjc on 07/07/2023 - 01:47

    I have the small (non-tamper proof) torx set and it’s great.
    They’re much smaller than I expected though.
    Note the silver ball head posted here is physically larger than the torx, and what I would consider a “normal” size. There are many different sizes/finishes on sale so have a browse

  • Series4Episode10 on 07/07/2023 - 09:51

    Have bought Wera stuff before after the recommendations from youtubers, bought a 1\4" bit adapter, was well into $30 … damn fine piece of kit, have been building and it's been brillliant!

    wish I hadn't as I needed a new full set of bits and got this awesome Makita set for a bit over $50 and it had one of those in it!

    Wera stuff is made somewhere in Europe … NOT Chinese … for once!

    • CheapGit on 07/07/2023 - 10:51
      +1

      Most made in Czech Republic, though some of the range is also made in Taiwan.

  • Fergy1987 on 07/07/2023 - 20:28

    Any recommendations for a screwdriver with the bits that is compact for odd jobs around the house. Sick of getting out the whole screwdriver kit when i need one. Just want something for a drawer in the kitchen or something.

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