Wera Torx Bit Profile Comparison: Normal, Wedge, Holding Function

A review of a couple of different Torx bit profiles from Wera: Normal, Wedge and Holding Function.

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For a set of holding function bits:

[ParnianAndIlian]

The most efficient way of transferring high quality information in only 4 minutes. Amazing. Thanks.

[Lmolina]

I ended up with a pair of Wera T-25 holding function bits by accident after ordering Wera's T-20 "pin in" bits from KC Tool for use with Spax brand screws(similar product numbers caused the confusion). While I haven't built a whole deck with them yet I can definitely say they are the best I've used so far for driving screws one handed, especially with a cordless drill/driver. The amount of control you get from the self centering fit really helps me in instances where using say an impact driver would be overkill or potentially damaging to a work surface.

[NWGR]

Many thanks for this! I'm actually in the market for some torx hand drivers and came across the two wera sets; one with the holding function, one without. I did a quick search to see which would be better for me and your video answered my qualms quickly and informatively. Holding function it is!

[chriscas-ToolAficionado]

I've been using the longer Hold-Function Torx bits for a few years now and they still hold the screws really snug. In fact, sometimes you really need to yank on the removed screw to un-wedge it from the bit.
Word of caution: you really need to be mindful that you engage the bit as deep as you can on the screw or else you run the risk of damaging the screw as it skims off the top portion of the Torx profile on the screw, which could be an eye sore, depending on the situation.

[npatrcevic]

I just spent a few days cursing some self drilling/tapping torx screws, including searching for what I'm doing wrong. Then I find your video! With metal screws, I'd imagine the wedge is the only way to go, as they're wobbly and unusable otherwise. Thank you!

[llh]

Great video! Answered every question I had about these. Thank you!

[grassmaster]

German Tool Reviews, Could you do a comparison between various "mini torx" screwdrivers? (T6 - T10) Wera / Wiha etc

[hytekrednekbama]

great review and very helpful info. Thank you.
It would be helpful to see a comparison between some wera bits and very good usa made bits, like Zephyr and Apex. Maybe compare the hex, torx, and Philips of each brand. Being my 3 favorite go-to brands for bits, "Wera, Apex, and Zephyr", this comparison would be very interesting and useful. The more type compared, the better... square/roberts, standard, phillips, torx, and hex are my suggestion, but others will be helpful too. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!

[stefantrethan]

That's what I was looking for and I didn't even know, thanks!
I was annoyed that wood screws are cheaper with torx now, because they wobble so much and are hard to start.

[bricofast]

Wera impaktor and diamont great bits, Wera extra harde so 💪💪💪a lenghts here from Portugal 🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹

[BlindBatG]

Thanks Matt. Fantastic content as always. I recall looking at KC Tool's site a while back and being overwhelmed by all the different bit series and price differences.

[FishFind]

The nice thing with torx is you normally don’t strip them so they holding has the most use.

[bunkerfest]

I love your videos keep then comming, do you got another power tool tear down/restoration video in the works.

[MintStiles]

Not related necessarily and I know these screws are self-tapping... pilot a small hole and countersink! The stringer below will still want to crack if you do this, especially with several screws in a row. Even if they don’t right away, weather will make sure the stringers will split.10 extra minutes on piloting and your deck will be solid as a rock!! Related. The standard bits seem to fit sloppy in Philips as well, but don’t seem to have an issue slipping once you get some pressure on it.

[VECORlt]

Huh so even T25 gets chewed up during use, I've used a lot of T10, and oh boy you have to be easy on those - a bit of off center, or not full insertion, it cams out and chews the bit up...

[MrDands]

I'm lost with Wera's sizing. What size is a T8?

It is not only the Torx bits but poor screw heads that give problems. The screws you are using have a deep recess and the bit grips well.Most of the screws I buy the heads are shallow and if poorly stamped the bit does not fit and cams out.Once a bit cams out it will continue to cam out. Maybe we have different screws here in the UK but your look much better.

[mdexterc]

Do the come in the longer quick release version for impact drivers?

Also, I think I'd get all 3 styles. The standard, it seems to me, is sufficient if you're doing a fence entirely of screws, and the looser fit is sufficient for painted screws.

[vertigofirearms]

Wera makes a proprietary modified torx drive for SPAX, that one is actually designed to be used with wood screws. Regular torx on wood screws are terrible. The "initial drill in" is wobbly on wood surface. That is why Torx started on machine screws.

I still prefer PB Swiss bits. They don't integrate any hold function (just magnetize or use screw holder) on the consumable bits and are very durable.

[jaro]

Didn't even consider that steel fasteners are much harder than stainless for wear, good point.