This Tool Helps You DRIVE SCREWS WITH EASE! (Bit Guide/Bit Sleeve/Drive Guide/Drill Bit Sleeve)
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This Tool Helps You DRIVE SCREWS WITH EASE! (Bit Guide/Bit Sleeve/Drive Guide/Drill Bit Sleeve)
Clients always want to know what this attachment is in my drill. In this episode of The Honest Carpenter, I discuss what this tool is, what it does, and how to use it!
Drive Guides are also sometimes called Drill Guides, Bit Guides and Bit Sleeves. These tools help you drive screws easily, and they also keep your fingers safe!
Drive guides chuck into a drill like a normal drill bit. They have a slot on the end for a variety of drill bits to sit in. (This slot is often magnetically charge--so screws and other fasteners want to cling to a bit when they are in the Drive Guide.
When you want to drive a screw, just slot it onto the end of the bit. Then, throw the Drive Guide Sleeve over the screw by sliding it forward.
The Drive Guide Sleeve keeps the screw from wobbling or falling off of the bit.
It's best to put the tip of the screw in place, then push the Drive Guide Bit Sleeve over it. This will make line-ups easier.
When the sleeve is fully extended, just drive the screw like normal. The bit sleeve will keep it in place. As the screw sinks in, the bit sleeve gradually retracts. When the screw is fully embedded, just pull the drill back and prepare to drive another fastener.
The Drive Guide Bit Sleeve also gives you something to hold onto near the tip of the tool for support. It swivels around the shaft easily.
This is better than friction-burning your fingers, or getting metal spurs in your fingertips!
Drive Guide Bit Sleeves come in a variety of sizes. Larger Drill Guides can accommodate longer screws.
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I'm just a home DIYer and this blew my mind. I always thought it was just an extension. Knowing about the sleeve would have made so many projects much easier! Thank you.
Exactly what I thought too. One of these came with my DeWalt drill. What would I ever need this short extension for?
The best feature of these Dewalt bit holders is that you can put them in each other and then pull the sleeve of the first onto the second and you get an extra long extension that doesn't wobble as bad as other such contraptions.
not all dewalt success as others some people will find them wobble because there is no perfect output shape of these and dont forget the groove in the shank itself add more wobble i think they all add some distance to get fit all bits bypassing the defective part in bits shank like spanner/wrench also to bypass the glitch in bolt head & nuts but thats a good thing at most times how about gearwrench metric 6 points the open head dont hold the metric of 10mm head of bolt but the close one fit it perfectly tight!! thats because the bolt is actually on sae size ^_^ john travolta says: "Whee!... What a predicament!" :P
I’ve used this for years, I’ve always called it “The Foreskin”
Gross but yes
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Is this also hold the screw by magnes?
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Yes
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I inherited a bunch of tools from my husband when he passed 4 years ago. Now that I am endeavoring to do repairs myself, it has been a great exasperation for me to have these tools but not know how to use many of them. I really appreciated this video.
I’ve used theses for years and love them. Recently I’ve seen ones that have a clear plastic shank cover so you can see the screws progress which I think is a big plus to drive it to the depth you want and better monitor the progress.
OPh, wow...OI would love that! :D
Is it really necessary though? I just retract the bit guide once the crew is more than half way in.
yeah it would be great but thats a theory or a joke andrew because it should be metal to handle the progress if its going to be plastic will make the job fail sooner or later when it gets break because the screw most times will be standing from inside on the wall of sleeve depending on the impact of person hands and the speed of the tool will define the life of sleeve apply these factories on the plastic and think what do you/others to expect!!
I find these especially useful for dealing with flathead screws in older houses, so the bit doesn't slip out of the slot so easily
I've had one of these for about 5 years and I never knew why the sleeve moved up and down. Thanks.
Oh boy , you get one serious Homer Simpson “DOOOOOHHHH” for that one. 😞. Definite walk of shame material.
I feel so dumb, I have had one for years, and didn't know, lol,
Same here haha
@@PiitaaDerbez l feel good to see l am not alone,,,ha.ha.ha.NY
Same here. Just a DIY home owner, and it was several month after buying a drill bit set that included a bit sleeve that I discovered what the true purpose was. Honestly thought it was broke at first lol.
Upgraded from an older 18v kit. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxW1vOBRCMrgTCDEijzpVzDWsgI-Jm2iQv I independently chose the drill and impact tool, before I came across the kit.I like the 3 speed impact gun. It seems more powerful than my older one, and it can be set to be really gentle. The drill is more appropriately sized for my use. I used to have a hammer drill, but I did not like that it was so big and it was not a great hammer drill. I rather have a smaller drill like this, and then get a corded hammer drill for the odd case I need that.
It's a great American success story!
The guy that invented it convinced Makita to buy a bazillion of them. He used the purchase order commitment to secure a bank loan large enough to buy all of the tooling needed to fill the order.
That is one way to build businesses and wealth with OPM other people money.
@@jamescc2010 and a high risk could end you up in prison gamble
I don't think it would have taken much convincing. It's a brilliant tool.
Imagine if the idea was patented.
My eyes have been opened. I have been educated. In other words: OMG!!! Thank you. I never knew.
DIY-er here. I never knew the purpose of the sliding sleeve before watching your video. Thank you for the great content!
They can also be used in a drill press which is nifty . All the best .
Same here! Learned something today and I’ve been using this for years without knowing this.
Drill bit guides are also useful in removing nails from dismantled pallets.
Cover the nail point, give the guide a few taps with a hammer and it drives the nails back along their route enough to allow you to get purchase on the heads to remove them with a claw hammer, prybar, etc.
Or just use a nail punch
This whole time I just used mine as a bit extension. Didn't even know the sleeve moves haha. Thanks man :)
funny, I am guilty of the same thing in fact I would pull the sleeve back just so I could see the screw head. (How to use tools for Dummies)?
I thought I'd bought a cheap copy and the outer cover was loose 🤭
Hahahaha.. Same!
Just got into DIY starting with raised beds for the garden. I only bought this drive guide for the aesthetic. Now I know that they're very practical. Thanks, subscribed!
I've seen these and always wondered what they were for and how to use them. Thanks for explaining and how they are properly used. .My fingers thank you.❤
Ditto. Got one in a bit kit and have never used it... The H.C. has just changed that!
Double ditto! Had no idea and merely thought it was an extension!
nice joke lol
Nice! I bought a small set of DeWalt driver bits some time ago. It had one of these bit sleeves in the case. I thought it wasn't much more than just a bit extender. It didn't dawn on me that the sleeve was there for a reason. I have had my share of wounds (as you described) from holding the head of the screw while driving it in. Guess I don't have to do that any more. Good deal.
YES, rehabing my deck and ive had the burning finger issue, i should have known there was something out there for that. nothing better than having the right tool for the job 😊
As a DIYer this has saved my fingers. When I first started doing projects around the house I would often cut my hand trying to hold the screw straight. When I found these it was a game changer for me
Two other things it helps with very well:
1) It makes driving slotted screws way easier, as the slotted driver bit can't slip off the screw head while the sleeve is over it; and
2) Very handy for keeping non-ferrous screws on the bit as you go to drive it in.
@@chrisc5574 1700's, where we light our houses by squeezing whales until goo comes out and lighting it on fire.
I feel SO dumb. Had this in my tool box and barely used it wondering what that shaft was for. Oh man that's awesome. Thank you.
I've had a pair of those in two different lengths for more than twenty years. The old Sears Craftsman cordless drills sold in the 1990s came with one standard, as did the Craftsman driver bit sets. The short one lives in my drill at all times. They also came with instructions, so I knew what they did all along. They've saved my fingers many times when driving drywall or decking screws.
On a side note, those Craftsman drills and bit sets in the 90s also included a quick-change hex shank adapter that worked much like the collet on a modern impact driver. It made changing from screw sleeve to drill bit easy and quick. I still have two of them, and my original one still lives in my drill to this day.
I use mine all the time when driving long or slow to bite screw types.
Even helps with slotted screws to avoid drifting off the slot.
I’ve had one of these for 20 years. This works great, especially if you are removing or driving long slot head screws. It is a real time saver for screwing long slotted machine screws for light fixtures.
I love the videos where you show the different uses and tricks for some of the obscure tools like this one, the 5 in 1, and the ladder top. Good to learn new tricks.
We're doing home improvement right now and with my husband working most of the time, I take on most of the work myself. I saw this thing lying around the other day and wonder what it was for. At the same time crying about not being able to hold my screwdriver straight. This video is so helpful. Thank you!!
You’re absolutely right. They make perfect stocking stuffers. They’re inexpensive and a must have for any and all projects. You can never have enough.
I’ve got so many torn-up ones laying around, SMS, it was time to buy a couple new ones just for this video 😆
So they break a lot?
@@RicardoSalta after awhile the sleeve won't move up and down to help hold the fastener but they're not that expensive so it's not a big deal. You can get them from dewalt Milwaukee ect or just get the cheaper big box ones like husky or masterforce. They all do the same thing.
@@RicardoSalta not as much as you might think. Normally they’ll last quite awhile. They’re super inexpensive so buy a couple or few.
I HAVE 2 OF THESE AND I DIDN’T KNOW WHAT IT WAS FOR. THANX FOR THE KNOWLEDGE MATE👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂
Perfect stocking stuffer for my sons, sons-in-law, and me!
I figured I’d time this one up with the right season, Guy. 😄 🎄
You should add the sheet rock bit to that list.
... for daughters, daughters-in-law, friends ....
I have used these sleeves for years. The first time was back in 1979 when we were repairing the wood decking on my parents home. When I found them in a store that specialized in woodworking supplies I was extremely happy as I would no longer be shredding my fingers.
You are the best! One of my top three favorite woodworking UA-camrs without any doubt. God bless you and your efforts.
Thank you for this video! I was given as a gift a Dewalt case with a bunch of screw bits and drill bits etc. Included was one of those drive guides, which I used once in a while, but to be honest, I didn't spend any time to figure out why the sleeve slides.
Once I watched your video I felt so stupid. I have spent the last few years redoing my whole basement and every once in a while I had to use long screws which were very difficult to screw in! Had I known about how to use this drive guide!!! I finished my renovation last week, and today I see your video. Oh well. What I'm going to do is put my drive guide into the coffee can where I keep my long screws, so if one day I do need long screws, I'll remember to use my drive guide. Thanks again for this video!!! I am subscribing.
I knew about this before, and it has saved my fingers a bunch of times. This is a good reminder though. it is also good when you need to change bit types often.
I am a licensed professional structural engineer with a specialty in wood. I have pulled this thing out of my case about 10 times and quietly pretended like I knew what it was for. Ultimately I just assumed it was to... hold the bits that were too stubby and sat too close to the chuck. Thanks for explaining.
Yeah because they don’t tell you in the damn instructions
For one handed use basically while holding the timber with the other hand in awkward situations, also if you're ever fixing gutter clips to the fascia and holding them to a string line with one hand this bit holder in a 150mm extension is perfect and makes the job so much easier
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Yeah, i assumed holding it would cause a problem long term. I thought it was just intended as you stated (third hand)
I also am just a DYIer and I had no idea what this tool was for. I had no idea it was a safety device tool. Thanks for the education.
They also have a anti-shock.. (for want of a better word) super strong spring inside. It gives that little bit of leeway which helps prevent wrecking the screwhead from the direct torque of the drill/driver. particularly useful for brushless Impact drivers. You dob't need to "Lean In" (put body weight behind) on the screwhead as hard. with the correct fitting bit of course. It's like a shock absorber that carries and delivers the punch without hurting the screw for the next guy to deal with. The next guy will usually be you.
I already knew about this tool but I wanted to see your take. It was worth it. As a pro carpenter I discovered this years ago and even showed an old timer this trick. Though he didn't accept it as viable information, which is whatever. I used to get metal pieces embedded in my skin with the non-coated 3 inch screws. Once I splurged on a few of these my fingers greatly appreciated it. I also appreciate that you can show others the way without any bs. Thank you.
Holy shit. I feel like an absolute idiot for never knowing this. I'm beginning to think there are other things I may not know now.
Always are! So many to learn about!!
You don't know what you don't know... ya know
Mike you got me laughing
That is CALLED IGNORANCE... NOT KNOWING....
At least you are NOT AN IDIOT.... because you DID LEARN! Unlike many Americans that CONTINUE TO VOTE FOR DemocRATS !!
@@AlCatrraz Really? You have to be THAT guy. Bring up politics for some unknown reason. I'm gonna vote democrat just to piss you off now.
Super helpful! I just used your links to buy these and a few other items. It's the least I can do to help support great content!
I've always used these so that I can switch between bits quick and easy. Never knew what the sleeve was for till now!
This is the first time I heard of this tool.
My husband passed away and I'm learning how to do things on my own and I'm trying so hard to learn things and I was trying to put up some curtain rods and I couldn't do it and I was so frustrated but I got on youtube and saw this because I saw something like this in my husband drill case and I had no clue what to do with it. I'm going to try again tomorrow to put the rods up with this tool and hope it works for me. Thank you for explaining this and I'm so glad that I found your youtube.
after all these years... I finally know what it is and how to use it
WOW. Had one in a set but had no idea how to use it. Now my world has changed! My fingers thank you.
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I’ve been a handyman for twenty years. I have seen plenty of these in my drill bit sets but never knew exactly what they were for. I’ll definitely be checking it out on my next project. Thanks.
After seeing my cousin use one, it was the first accessory I bought after my first cordless drill several years ago. I keep two of each sizes in my portable bag, and in my garage. Finger savers!
Just like others commenting here, I own one in a kit but had no idea what it’s specific use/ benefit was. I wish I had known several months and one thumbnail ago as that bit slamming through my nail hurt like a mother tucker. Great video.
You’re a God send 🙏🏽. I saw this today in my Dewalt bits box and had no idea what it was or how to use it. I now do, thank you, thank you!!!!
One of these was included in a big pack of dewalt bits I bought. Saw the magnet on the tip but had no idea about the sleeve! Solid tip!
I had this tool from Sears for at least 15 years and never used it because I had no ideas how. It came in a kit with a quick connect and some bits. I used just about every item in the kit except for this one item. Now that I know what it’s for, I’ll be using it just about every time I use my drill to insert screws. Thanks.
This is the first time I've heard of this tool, and I'm definitely going to get one, or two.
I just drove 2301 exteriors screws in 687 fence boards on our post Hurricane fence with one, using an impact driver. I also like the fact that if I drop a screw I can pick it up off the ground with the magnetic driver. Great video and tool.
Well I Never . . . . . I was given a set of bits with one of these 4 years ago. Now I can use it . . lololol. Thanks from the little old Granny.
I have seen so many woodworking UA-camrs use these but I never knew what to call it when searching so I could buy one. So thanks for explaining!
Oh I actually knew the general use for this one, but I had no idea some of them could encase the screw like that to act as a guide. One question about that feature though, doesn't that make overdriving a bit of a problem. You can't see exactly how far in the screw is until you feel the extra resistance or until you remove the guard.
Thats a fair point ,still they seem worth it
Generally pros get a feel for how deep the screw is. As it approaches the desired depth, you pull the sleeve back so you can see. Fancier ones have depth markings but you can do it yourself: drive a test screw flush, make a paint mark on the barrel where the edge of the sleeve lies, that gives you a cue that you're getting close.
found one of these in my tool bag today and had no idea what it was for, love that i found this channel
First time I've heard of it! Genius!!!!
just started work with a contractor and know nothing... your videos Help biGtime.
keeping me motivated
I've had a furniture making business for 11 years and never knew what the annoying sleeves were for until now!! Hahaha
😂👊❗️Me neither😆
Thanks for this- I have learned something new. Dad passed away about 4 months ago and now, I am trying to figure out how to fix all the things he did. This will definitely enable me to tackle some projects.
omg, I’ve had this thing for 10 years, and I thought it’s soul purpose was to facilitate easy swapping of bits. D’oh!!
Same here. Lol, feel so silly
life saver sir, thank you. no more cursing & tears.
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A handy little tool but really only an asset when driving into wood. It doesn’t do a thing for sheet metal screws going into metal.
@Whicker Friesian, *All* sheet metal screws are self-tappers. I’m guessing you mean self-drillers. Using a self-drilling screw in sheet metal without a guide is equivalent to using a wood screw in wood without a guide, only made worse when driving into a glossy painted or powder-coated surface.
I was a metal stud carpenter for twenty years. These things are worth there weight in gold
So glad to find out it actually has a purpose. On the job we always just called it "the foreskin". 😂
That's hilarious. But descriptive.
This tool works well for people who have good screw drilling skills. The important point of this tool is that due to the elongation of the interface, the drill should be well controlled when opening and closing the screws. The positive point of this tool is that according to the tip of the interface, your screw is fixed in the interface and the interface is never detached from the screw when opening and closing the screw. Thanks for introducing this tool.
I've had one of these ever since the beginning of my career in carpentry over a decade ago. Always knew what it was for and how to use it and never used it. If it was a useful tool I would have been using it all the time.
I agree. I've had a few over the years, and whenever I've tried to use the sleeve, I just don't get on with it. You can't see WHERE you're driving properly, and potentially cause damage or over-set the head.
I'd rather judge by eye, and risk a few nicks.
I bought my first cordless drill driver recently, and a set of bits with one of these. I eventually worked it out for myself, and the job got much faster once I did. Nice to have my "discovery" confirmed!
Simples , now everyone knows about this sleeve drill bit, are thinking I thought it was broke.
My father-in-law bought one when we put our deck up. Great great little tool but I did not know they have hammer type which is nice to know thank you
I have to be honest... I have one of those and I thought it was defective, because the sleeve moved up and down 🤭🤭🤭
When I first started learning woodworking 25 years ago, that's one of the first tools my grandpa taught me about
In scenarios where you are driving 100s of screws, that tool really adds extra time per screw imo. Plus it's super hard to tell depth of your screw being driven, and you end up burrying the screw when you might not need to.
I just found this exact one on the street yesterday. Now I'm seeing this video. Couldn't have worked out better for me timing wise!
Wow people honestly didn’t know how to use this? I thought this was common sense but common sense isn’t always so common.
For all those times when I have to drive something other than my Robertsons, this bit sleeve is just the answer.
Well, it’s one of those items that comes in the kit with no instructions, so, most folks wouldn’t know what “that thing” was for.
I never threw it away, because I knew that one day I would be enlightened. Thanks for the education!
I literally needed this product like YESTERDAY! As I was attempting to screw in a screw while fixing my closet door, the screw kept wabbling and slipping, hitting the floor! I then did JUST what you showed here, holding the screw with my fingertips to keep it steady, and let us just say, my fingertips weren't too happy! This is EXACTLY what I needed yesterday! Thank you for this video! I didn't know these existed.
Been using all 22yrs of electrical work, however I’ve came across Montana Brand made in USA and it’s all I buy and use, good to support our country for a great product.
I have been using one for many years. It turns a difficult two handed operation into a one handed breeze.
Mine wasn't manufactured by Dewalt. but it looks and works exactly the same way.
The savings from not having cut up work gloves, from the screw threads, alone pays for it in no time.
I have used it for years and love it. It saves your fingers and hand. Plus I think it saves time because all you have to do is throw the screw on and go
I've known about it for a long time now, but I have to be honest, I rarely use the sleeve, however I do recommend that if you use the sleeve only go as far as 3/4s of the way in, that's because the sleeve blinds how far you're gonna sink in the screw, so after 3/4s of the way pull the sleeve back and stop where desire.
I have seen drive guides before but did not know how they were used, once again great information for us DIYers trying to get things done ✅
Are you kidding me, it moves forward?!?!? Thank god for this channel
I love that this video has 1.4 million views. Helps make me feel not so stupid for not knowing what the heck this thing is.
I know now! Thank you!
You're correct, these are great. Been using them for years. I have a couple of "DeWalt"s, several "Black and Decker"s, and one "Stanley". Everyone should have several (of different sizes). Great vid. Ty.
We called this a shooter(short name) or screw shooter (long name). 20 years ago learning how to drive 8X2 7/8 inch square drive screws, this was a life saver. Haven't used it in years.
I have had these bits for months now and never knew the sleeve (the black part) of the bit slid up to help drive a screw in. Thank you for the video
Thank you for this!! I’ve watched so many “beginning” how to drill videos, but none start at the very beginning as to how to hold the screw in place!
Can't live without them! Good for one handed use too. Stays ON the Milwalkee.
I am a tool guy and this was new to me. I need this accessory ASAP as I often hurt my fingers!
I just bought one via Amazon and did not know how to use it. I seen nothing that was magnetic and no screw would sit in the opening and just fall out. I was going to throw it in the garbage pail but decided to check UA-cam to see if there was an instruction video on it and as such I found yours and you saved the day so to speak. Oh, the bit goes in the end and not a screw. Thanks for a great video
I've used these for years. The DeWalt one he is showing makes the best one and it has the magnet..
Thanks for this video. As a new DIYer for the past few years, I’ve seen this sleeve in my driver kit and had no clue. So glad to know I can not only save frustration but also my fingers too. Love your channel as it’s super easy to understand for the lay person.
Thanks so much for this info! Like several others here, I had one of these with an old Craftsman drill bit kit, but never knew about the sleeve! I really appreciate all of your videos! Please keep them coming!
I recently purchased a pack of bits which came with this. When I opened it and the end kept sliding down I thought it was damaged. I went back in the store to inquire and even the person thought it was damaged and was ready to exchange it. Good to know it is actually meant to do this
Funny coincidence I just figured this out on my own today. I'm seeing your video a bit late. This bit holder style use to annoy me, now I am glad that I have one. Thing is the screw head was to large to sink -up in side, it still saved my fingers while driving self tapping sheet metal screws through 1/8" carbon steel with previously used screws. It was a necessary tool in this particular case and it fell in to place. It worked great!
Very helpful. I just started crafting at the end of last year, and today I opened my first drill/driver and the bits. Thank you!
This is my first time hearing about this tool. Although I'm not surprised because I know next to nothing about carpentry and woodworking but I want to learn more. Thank you for this video.
I’ve had one of these for years but I ignored it. Since seeing this video I’ve used it many times. I love it.
Finally got a drill bit guide by DeWalt. The 6" drill bit guide is better than the 3". The 3" drill bit guide wobbles for awhile then it drives,with the 6" it's no problem.
I didn't realise these existed. I'm totally crap at screwing screws in. This is a game changer for me. Thank you 😊