Advice wanted on Torque Wrench or Similar?

[Cw67irl]

Looking for some advice. I'm currently putting a CZ457 Package together and as a shooter who loves tinkering and upgrading Iv read there are some gains to be had by having the right set of torque values between rings, rails and action screws..

Can I get a suggestion for a good general purpose set?

The old reliable FAT Wrench seems to still be popular, have also noticed fix it sticks getting pretty good coverage.

Greatful for a push in the right direction. Ideally a setup that would include the usual few bits.

Thanks in advance...

 

[DVS1]

I have a fix it stix set and they're very good quality and you can add to them but by bit.

I found with my CZ455 by testing differing torque values on action screws (if using a wooden stock) can increase/decrease accuracy. So if the manufacturer states 30 inch Ibs for example tinker with 25 or 35 and you may see some improvements

 

[Malxwal]

FAT wrench has digital readout, FixIt not, so depends what you prefer. Either way, with a selection of bits you're spending the guts of £100.

 

[NewAvonArms]

Looking for some advice. I'm currently putting a CZ457 Package together and as a shooter who loves tinkering and upgrading Iv read there are some gains to be had by having the right set of torque values between rings, rails and action screws..

Can I get a suggestion for a good general purpose set?

The old reliable FAT Wrench seems to still be popular, have also noticed fix it sticks getting pretty good coverage.

Greatful for a push in the right direction. Ideally a setup that would include the usual few bits.

Thanks in advance...

Hi Sir

I can do you a deal on a fix it stick set. Drop me a DM?

Regards

NAA Team

 

[Fair Hill]

With a CZ you should be able to shoot what you are aiming at, if you can't hit the target using a CZ it's not because of a torque mistake.

Just zero the rifle and it'll shoot right for decades.

 

[The Singing Stalker]

Fair Hill has a point. You may improve accuracy. There is nothing wrong with clamping everything down tight and correct.
Do spend the money on a decent one.
Make sure the battery is easy to change.
And theoretically, you should get it tested every year to ensure accuracy, although I would leave it till every 2 years as you are not going to be using it a lot.

 

[The Optimist]

This works for me and pretty much covers all the screws, bolts and fasteners on all my rifles.

 

[Malxwal]

Does it come with a valid calibration certificate or not ? If not, you might as well trust your own feel.

 

[Rory]

I use the Vortex branded torque wrench. Easy to use and testing it against a calibrated Snap On one, it was accurate.

 

[fixedwheel]

A bit like @The Optimist I went for a Wera, but in my case I went for the SafeTorque A2, with the hex drive for bits. Buy once, cry once.

Unlike most, it works in both directions, and you can lock out the torque feature to put some welly on if needed. 2-12nm covers the range I want most.

Safe-Torque A 2 torque wrench with 1/4" hexagon drive, 2-12 Nm - Wera Product finder

Torque wrench with slide-over mechanism. Once the set torque has been reached, the tool cannot be overtightened, so that excessive torque cannot be applied. Setting range of 2 to 12 Nm for controlled clockwise and counterclockwise torque operation. Easy setting and saving of the default value...

products.wera.de

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0BFQWFGH9/

 

[HDShark]

I use the Vortex branded torque wrench. Easy to use and testing it against a calibrated Snap On one, it was accurate.

Only problem with the Vortex one is it tops out at 50 inch pounds. Not quite enough for some of the reccomended stock screws

 

[jcampbellsmith]

I bought a cycling torque wrench set when I got my first CZ 457 MTR and then added the American sized bits that I needed.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07JKJTDWC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Regards
JCS

 

[zerovarm]

For £50 I've had no issues with the Birchwood Casey driver. 10-70 in/lb and does all you'll ever need. Only problem is I see Bushwear currently out of stock.

 

[Bowland blades]

The actual torque will change with wood stocks due to climate . Pillar bedding will have more effect than re-doing the torque settings , this applies to all rifles that wander .

 

[Uncle Buck]

Norbar for me, of course l had to buy separate bits. A great torque made in Britain

 

[Rsl]

I use a Wiha torque screwdriver adjustable from 0.8 to 5 Nm. The one I have came in a case with 10 torx heads.

 

[wytonpjs]

FAT wrench has digital readout, FixIt not, so depends what you prefer. Either way, with a selection of bits you're spending the guts of £100.

Picked up a digital Fat Wrench in Sportsman's Gun Centre Exeter, boxed and complete but with a "broken-up display" for £18. Battery changed - all perfect

 

[Lateral]

I use a Wiha torque screwdriver adjustable from 0.8 to 5 Nm. The one I have came in a case with 10 torx heads.

EXCELLENT unit, but very expensive. Have an original FAT, but don't like it, a Norbar 5, not so easy to use, also a Sealey digital, I find too fiddly.

The Vortex is my go to.

 

[jcalleja91]

Fix it Sticks are by far the most versatile and will get you into the more awkward action screws etc alot more easily. The all in one kit comes in a handy little case which goes everywhere with my Rifles with no inconvenience at all.

 

[wytonpjs]

EXCELLENT unit, but very expensive. Have an original FAT, but don't like it, a Norbar 5, not so easy to use, also a Sealey digital, I find too fiddly.

The Vortex is my go to.

My Norbar recently failed - not bad handling/use. Not impressed and out of warranty