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I'm going to try to do my first AR barrel change and I'm looking for a decent torque wrench. I'd like to use it on other jobs like oil changes. I notice they vary in price from $10 to $250! Years ago I bought a cheap one that I had to use a card and do math to set the crazy thing. What do you gurus recommend? I'd like something easy to use, good quality, and fair price.
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Originally posted by dantoddOriginally posted by bwieseOriginally posted by louisianagirl -
Craftsman Torque wrench has only 1 year or 6 mo warranty, just you know. It's not a lifetime warranty.'Cuz big holes are easier to see.
You can correct my spelling and grammar error anytime.
I welcome it. How else would I learn.Comment
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Why do they vary so much in price?
Is it a waste to spend more than $25 on a torque wrench?Comment
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I have used a craftsman 1/2" drive, beam type, torque wrench for over 40 years with no problems. I calibrated it several times over the years at work and it always checked out ok.
If you keep it boxed and treat it like a precision tool it will likely last your lifetime. Rough treatment is usually the cause for inaccuracy.Comment
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Because some are pieces of China crap, and other are finely tuned precision instruments. If you are going to go cheap, stay with the beam type, they will be more accurate. Cheap "click type" are useless as the quality and accuracy varys greatly.Comment
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