I have the Toolcheck plus permanently "installed" in my work backpack - it's a perfect fit for the rear pocket. I used to have a couple of smaller, separate tools with me, but I prefer the Wera for the practicality of everything in one place I guess. Of course I could "Frankenstein" a toolset and 3D print a holder/case, but 1: I'm too lazy to bother and 2: After experiencing Wera support I'm "sold"... to elaborate: I originally bought the Toolcheck (not "Plus", so without the screwdriver handle), but accidentally dropped it and broke the ratchet retainer. I contacted support asking if it was possible to buy the retainer, or the complete holder. They sent me a new holder for free... *and* the Plus version holder. Sneaky buggers! 😅 Of course I had to go buy the missing handle... not regretting that though - I bought the Toolcheck before the "plus" version came out, so getting upgraded to the plus version for the price of the handle was a good deal. All that said though, I do like the idea of the double-ended Klein/Vaco sockets, but I would need a much shorter adapter - also, needing special adapters irks me a bit. Same with double-ended bits, needing special adapters is a negative for me.
Sweet. Didnt realize fhe Vaco had the metric version. Love the Klein double sided sockets. You gotta take this all the way and find the perfect case. Like a long altoids tin or glasses case that pockets like a dream.
I dont'get the love for the ToolCheck Plus at all. Replace all those sockets with something like a Knipex Pliers Wrench* [which will also take care of in-between sizes. And add one of the Leatherman* multitools with a bit-holder-and you've got all the ToolCheck PLus offers and then some. In a much smaller form factor. [* other brands of multitools and pliers wrenches are available]
I'd argue the Leatherman with a bitholder is more of an annoyance and isn't good as a screwdriver or as a plier. It's very awkward to use and clunky. Leatherman bits also kinda suck as they marr really easily and if one bit goes down, the entire set is kind of compromised whereas you can get the bits you want.
@@Dracomies You're right about the Leatherman bits being useless. There are other multitools which take standard bits and would be a better bet. But I don't own any, so amn't familiar with which brands are out there. Also agree the Leatherman pliers are fairly useless. But still handy to have as a second pair for holding things, while you use a decent set like the Knipex for the actual grunt work.
There's two I know that take Wiha doublesided bits. (1) Steinwhale www.amazon.com/Steinwhale-Screwdriver-Biodegradable-Cellulose-Double-headed/dp/B0CJQWS9J1/ref=sr_1_5_pp? (2) Centrofix (better at holding the bits) www.wihatools.com/products/centrofix-1-4-inch-quick-release-bit-holder.
I have the Toolcheck plus permanently "installed" in my work backpack - it's a perfect fit for the rear pocket. I used to have a couple of smaller, separate tools with me, but I prefer the Wera for the practicality of everything in one place I guess. Of course I could "Frankenstein" a toolset and 3D print a holder/case, but 1: I'm too lazy to bother and 2: After experiencing Wera support I'm "sold"... to elaborate: I originally bought the Toolcheck (not "Plus", so without the screwdriver handle), but accidentally dropped it and broke the ratchet retainer. I contacted support asking if it was possible to buy the retainer, or the complete holder. They sent me a new holder for free... *and* the Plus version holder. Sneaky buggers! 😅 Of course I had to go buy the missing handle... not regretting that though - I bought the Toolcheck before the "plus" version came out, so getting upgraded to the plus version for the price of the handle was a good deal.
All that said though, I do like the idea of the double-ended Klein/Vaco sockets, but I would need a much shorter adapter - also, needing special adapters irks me a bit. Same with double-ended bits, needing special adapters is a negative for me.
Slow down champ, take your time.
Thank you! Just added the Vaco set to my tool kit.
They 'just' added the Klein version about 2 months ago. But functionally they are the same.
@@Dracomies VACO and Klein are owned by the company.
Sweet. Didnt realize fhe Vaco had the metric version. Love the Klein double sided sockets.
You gotta take this all the way and find the perfect case. Like a long altoids tin or glasses case that pockets like a dream.
ROFL!! I literally was thinking of trying to find another case and I don't know what to choose ROFL. This shrinks sizes by a lot!
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I dont'get the love for the ToolCheck Plus at all. Replace all those sockets with something like a Knipex Pliers Wrench* [which will also take care of in-between sizes. And add one of the Leatherman* multitools with a bit-holder-and you've got all the ToolCheck PLus offers and then some. In a much smaller form factor.
[* other brands of multitools and pliers wrenches are available]
I'd argue the Leatherman with a bitholder is more of an annoyance and isn't good as a screwdriver or as a plier. It's very awkward to use and clunky. Leatherman bits also kinda suck as they marr really easily and if one bit goes down, the entire set is kind of compromised whereas you can get the bits you want.
@@Dracomies You're right about the Leatherman bits being useless. There are other multitools which take standard bits and would be a better bet. But I don't own any, so amn't familiar with which brands are out there.
Also agree the Leatherman pliers are fairly useless. But still handy to have as a second pair for holding things, while you use a decent set like the Knipex for the actual grunt work.
Whet brand adapter is that, that takes wiha double sided bits? i love them but theres only a few compatible adapters out there
There's two I know that take Wiha doublesided bits. (1) Steinwhale www.amazon.com/Steinwhale-Screwdriver-Biodegradable-Cellulose-Double-headed/dp/B0CJQWS9J1/ref=sr_1_5_pp? (2) Centrofix (better at holding the bits) www.wihatools.com/products/centrofix-1-4-inch-quick-release-bit-holder.
Klein does a metric version of their flip sockets now (new in 2024).
yip yip! :D I bought it too!
Where did you get that ratchet from?
Rocket Mini DX www.topeak.com/us/en/product/771-RATCHET-ROCKET-LITE-DX
Get the klein 3 inch flip socket with 5/16 and 1/4 for $7 and you can use it with the vaco flip sockets, with shorter length to carry
@@anthonylerza871 Thanks! I will look into that!
Could you possibly shake the tools around some more?
Why yes! Most certainly.
Had to slow down video to understand you at all. Talking and movement was way too fast.
He was talking at a totally normal pace 😅 just slow the video if you're slow
Lol best talking pace imo 😅