Posted 3 Apr 2016 Have a few firearms that require specific torque specs on the screws. Specifically SCAR's and FNX 45 Tactical. Don't intend to change a barrel on the SCAR's any time soon, hopefully never, but nice to be equipped with the right tools for it if I so chose. SCAR's use a T25 and snug to 62 in-lbs, again no real plans to do that. However, the FNX Tactical 45 has Optic mount screws with very specific torque specs, uses T10 & T15 at 10 & 15 in-lbs. So here is my question. Looking for your recommendations for a torque wrench to accommodate the above. My habit is to lean to made in the USA when available and reasonably priced and found this with some searching, but wondering if there are other recommendations. http://www.shooterstools.com/Pages/ATD/atdkits.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 4 Apr 2016 I use a Wheeler FAT wrench for most of my gun smithing projects. It works for scope,scope mounts,stock ,and AR handgaurd installation. It won't break the bank and gives consistent results. My 2 cent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 4 Apr 2016 thanks J50shootr appreciate sharing Know for sure I want to install some optics on that FNX and really do not want to screw it up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 5 Apr 2016 You can also look for a used Snap-On etc. torque wrench in good condition, and then have a calibration shop certify it (aviation torque wrenches are calibrated as a matter of practice, so there are a bunch of places that do it). Ideally you should have 1/4" drive in inch pounds for the scope work, and a bigger 3/8"-1/2" drive for the heavier duty work. 1 person likes this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 5 Apr 2016 Brownells sells Fix It Sticks with 3 limiters, 15, 25 and 65 inch pounds. Not cheap but I like them for smaller torque jobs. I have a FAT too, but for small items or tight spaces it's a bit bulky. http://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-tools-supplies/general-gunsmith-tools/wrenches/general-wrenches/torque-limiter-fix-it-kit-prod81860.aspx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 5 Apr 2016 19 hours ago, m60mgman said: Brownells sells Fix It Sticks with 3 limiters, 15, 25 and 65 inch pounds. Not cheap but I like them for smaller torque jobs. I have a FAT too, but for small items or tight spaces it's a bit bulky. http://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-tools-supplies/general-gunsmith-tools/wrenches/general-wrenches/torque-limiter-fix-it-kit-prod81860.aspx Very interesting thanks 19 hours ago, aalbert said: You can also look for a used Snap-On etc. torque wrench in good condition, and then have a calibration shop certify it (aviation torque wrenches are calibrated as a matter of practice, so there are a bunch of places that do it). Ideally you should have 1/4" drive in inch pounds for the scope work, and a bigger 3/8"-1/2" drive for the heavier duty work. also a very interesting idea thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 6 Apr 2016 Sig, Is the FNX a new acquisition? I know about the SCARs you bought. My guess is you're trying to up your hardware selection for the pistol competition portion of a certain shoot we both attend... All this talk about firearm torque wrenches has me wondering if now I need one... David Albert dalbert@sturmgewehr.com National Rifle AssociationPast President, The American Thompson AssociationAmerican Society of Arms CollectorsOhio Gun Collectors AssociationThompson Collectors AssociationCarbine ClubGarand Collectors AssociationInternational Ammunition AssociationContributing Writer, Small Arms Review MagazineCo-Author, "Thompson Manuals, Catalogs, & Other Paper Items" Collector GuideOne of the "Other Authors" of "The Ultimate Thompson Book," by Tracie L. HillEagle Scout, and Member of NESA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 6 Apr 2016 6 hours ago, David Albert said: Sig, Is the FNX a new acquisition? I know about the SCARs you bought. My guess is you're trying to up your hardware selection for the pistol competition portion of a certain shoot we both attend... All this talk about firearm torque wrenches has me wondering if now I need one... David Albert dalbert@sturmgewehr.com Yes you might see this most recent acquisition at a certain pistol competitiion. 1 person likes this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 8 Apr 2016 So you are never going to use it... so why spend a lot? This should do the job. Yeah its not as nice and more old school but you are not really going to use it anyway... hard to beat it on price. Why spend 3x on a tool you will not use? $24 http://www.sears.com/presa-1-4-inch-drive-beam-style-torque/p-SPM9122048024?prdNo=19&blockNo=19&blockType=G19 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 8 Apr 2016 (edited) SK Electrical Tools make a nice in. lb. adjustable torque driver. Model SKT0568 and it is also marked in N-m too. Go's from 0 to 36 in. pounds. Another good one, and less expensive is the Husky. It runs around $ 60.00 at Home Depot. I use one of these, and it so far, holds calibration accurately. That's the secret to a hand held driver type, can it hold calibration up and down the scale over time. The one I use is the SK but it may be a little overkill. Here is a link to see it. http://www.mytoolstore.com/SK-SKT0568-Torque-Screwdriver-Kit-Pre-set-2-36-in-lbs-SKT0568 Here is a UTube video of it by the company. Edited 9 Apr 2016 by Khrut27Gg Added a link to the SK Torque driver Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 10 Apr 2016 HOLD ON A BIT!! not going to use it? don't buy it! cheap tools are worse than expensive women . however they don't make good anchors and women do. IF YOU ARE GOING TO BUY A TORQUE WRENCH BY SNAP-ON OR MATCO AND DONT USE IT UNTIL THE CALIBRATION HAS BEEN CONFIRMED! this is especially true with inch pound examples, as the torque value's are low to start with.. calibration check is mandatory on a used tool as most don't COMPLETLY release the tool after use and the springs set just like a loaded magazine especially THE CHEAP MAG'S that nobody buy's either. you can get a great deal if you shop the pawn shops i have bought 3 for under $90 last couple years. not much demand from the gen public for inch pound. most are priced retail , but have sat so long they will take offers to move em. the wrench is actually a great tool to have around if you mount a lot of optics. things just DONT MOVE AROUND when done to spec. on a 338 lap or .50 bmg and it wont hurt the small stuff 1 person likes this I only accept postal money orders. contact me DIRECTLY before sending any funds email myoldiron@outlook.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites