Comments on: PB Swiss Tools Insider Bit Driver Review

By: The 5 Most Popular ToolGuyd Posts « ToolGuyd

The 5 Most Popular ToolGuyd Posts « ToolGuyd — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:46:26 +0000

[...] 1. PB Swiss Insider Multibit Driver Review [...]

By: Ramie

Ramie — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:10:59 +0000

Thanks for nice post.

By: Stuart

Stuart — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:34:21 +0000

Jim,

For what it’s worth, the drivers have increased in price slightly in the past few months. An inquiry to Small Parts revealed that PB Swiss required this. Every now and then there are 10% and even 20% off sales, which make the prices more reasonable.

As far as hardness and quality is concerned, good bits do make a difference when used in a hand tool, but you’re right in that the difference is more pronounced when used with a powered driver.

The PB Swiss Insider is still by far my favorite multi-bit driver, and if I had to, I would replace it. The Insider is currently $34, but there’s a 10% promo, making it $30.60 shipped.

By: Jim R

Jim R — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:40:56 +0000

A small $37 screwdriver for 1/4 inch bits??

First of all, quality/hardness, etc is not a big issue with a hand screwdriver. You can hardly strip or break a bit by hand. Power drivers, yes its worth the extra cost for good bits. But even here, on has to wonder if it just doesn’t make more sense to break a bit here and there and just pop and another inexpensive one.

This screwdriver is way too expensive. But, if you want to be ’seen’ with it….

By: Steve

Steve — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:01:50 +0000

Knowing the Swiss and their attention to precision this tool should be well made. The video has convinced me to give it a try.

By: Stuart

Stuart — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 01:51:03 +0000

Andre,

I have nothing but praise for the PB Swiss bits – they performed at and beyond my expectations. I hold similar praise for other PB Swiss tools that will be properly reviewed some time in the [hopefully near] future.

By: Andre Oliveira

Andre Oliveira — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 22:50:01 +0000

What about PB’s steel quality? Is it up to the fame of Swiss steel?

By: Mid-Week Deals « ToolGuyd

Mid-Week Deals « ToolGuyd — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:06:26 +0000

[...] PB Swiss Insider is back in stock via Amazon. It’s not on sale, but after we reviewed it, Small Parts sold out, and we’ve received over a dozen “where/when can I buy it” [...]

By: Stuart

Stuart — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:01:49 +0000

FYI, the Insiders are back in stock.

By: kevin

kevin — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 15:35:42 +0000

I’ll try and wait! Thanks.

By: Stuart

Stuart — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 15:03:58 +0000

Kevin,
If I recall correctly, there are one or two other places where you can purchase the PB Swiss Insider, but at a considerably higher cost ($37 + shipping). If you cannot wait for Small Parts to receive a new shipment, let me know and I’ll find you some links.

By: kevin

kevin — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:14:46 +0000

I cant find this anywhere online to purchase. Does anyone know where I can find one?

By: The New Leatherman Freestyle - Preview « ToolGuyd

The New Leatherman Freestyle - Preview « ToolGuyd — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 13:37:40 +0000

[...] surely get over it. Besides, when I know I’ll need a portable screwdriver, I carry my PB Swiss Insider [...]

By: David

David — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 06:47:27 +0000

I have been using the cheap, bright green hardware-store 4-blade version of this for over 10 years. It includes a 2″ long extension shaft, making it more useful. It also is in a much smaller package that really fits in my front pants pocket while leaving room for my pocket Leatherman and Swiss army knife and big keyring and quarters for the beer machine.

So why can’t the good Swiss toolmakers copy the cheap Chinese tools that happen to be perfect for the job?

By: Stuart

Stuart — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 22:06:44 +0000

Kris, while square drive bits are not included, PB Swiss’ Robertson bits are sold individually, and of course you can alternatively use any standard sized square drive bit of any brand.