WERA - 05051493001-838 RA-R M Bitholding Screwdriver with Ratchet functionality, 1/4", 1/4" x 123.5 mm

I like this screwdriver very much just the right size. Very high quality looks like it will last a long time. It functions just as it should Right tighten, Left loosen. It will work with any 1/4 bits ( NOT DUBBLE END BITS ) it does not hold or come with any bits. It locks in the bits very tightly. Very good quality and value definitely a good buy.

I’m a big fan of Wera in general so I was excited when they released this more compact version of a ratcheting driver. Easy to change bits, easy forward/reverse controls and unlike a lot of ratcheting drivers you can lock it and not use the ratchet function which is GREAT. I have 2 and have gotten them for friends. Fantastic tool!!

The ratcheting function on this driver works a bit differently that some other handles. The rotating collar has three positions for tightening, loosening, and locked, but it's more than a simple ratcheting direction selector. When you're holding the handle, you can turn the collar through the full 360 degrees when the screw or fastener you're turning is easy to spin. When it gets harder, you can turn the handle in that same direction for more torque without making any change to the collar position. It's really simple and intuitive. The build quality is typical of Wera. If you already have a Wera Tool Check set, or a fixed driver with bits in the handle, this is worth adding to your set.

The perfect medium sized ratcheting screwdriver. As you can see from the dirt on the handle that I've been using it.Low back drag, a lock out, a six-sided aid to start or back out a fastener, and a bit locking Rapinator.Buy a few, you'll love them.

returned my model 816 ratcheting for this and glad that i did, this unit has much lower backdrag and it's smaller size means you can apply force with the bottom of your hand while still being able to easily reach the direction selector. the "speed" aspect of the direction adjust is very cool and intuitive. the lower tooth count vs the 816 isn't really an issue, this isn't like a ratchet where the long perpendicular handle might get in the way. the ratchet feels and sounds very satisfying. lost a star because the slop / wobble issue from the 816 is still present. it doesn't affect usage too much and could even help in some cases allowing you to come at a fastener slightly off angle like a wobble socket. but it does detract from the overall feeling. also its much more lightweight than a 816 so better on a pouch or in a bag.

Very low back drag!Ratchet direction selector goes the right way.Easy to swap bits but good lock when it's in. It's the only bit lock that I like. I can't stand the others I have.Only negative is that it's a fairly small handle size. Same as their electrical handle one that I have (non ratcheting version).It's just too thin to get a lot of torque. So personally I wrapped it in silicone tape to increase it in size similar to the next size up of Wera handles. See photo.I did a terrible job with the tape but other than being messy-looking it's now so much more grippy and I'm able to transfer so much more torque.I wish this had a PB Swiss Grip handle. 😭Unfortunately the PB Swiss ones have super strong back drag in the mechanism.Wera do make one with a thicker handle but not with the same ratcheting mechanism as far as I knew. But it's possible I would have been happier with the larger 60 RA model for my uses.I like the Zyklop models that can tilt the head but I find the ratchet on them too stiff.For now this is an awesome tool.

I didnt know much about Wera and their products but since buying this I have purchased other Wera items and Im super happy. It's not Chinese junk like many of the garbage tools you buy on Amazon. It's made in The Czech Republic and every tool I have from them far exceeds other brands. The only one equal or greater than Wera is PB Swiss Tools. They also have excellent quality tools. Both Wera and PB Swiss Tools are on a different level than other brands. You wont regret a purchase from either.

Another amazing tool from my favorite tool company.