Williams JHWWRS-1 Magnetic Multi-bit Ratcheting Screwdriver, 9-Inch

This Williams ratcheting screwdriver is just what I have been looking for to use all the time. I have a gearwrench ratcheting screwdriver but it's to big and longer than this too. This length is much better to use on a daily basis. The ratchet mechanism is right on this too right for right left for left...where the gearwrench is backwards. Also this has threads on the end cap unlike the gw has just two small tabs that always fall out and dump the bits. Smooth feel and quality build are important features that make this the best choice. For those that don't like the sound of rattling bits in the handle...I put a small piece of crushed paper in there then screwed the cap on. No more rattle. And the bits don't fall out when you unscrew the cap. Easy fix.

The media could not be loaded. Good quality ratcheting screwdriver made better with a few additions and tweaks.I have a few ratcheting screwdrivers. My goto is a Klein 13-1 because I really like handle ergos and rubber grip. I have a megapro but rarely use it because its a little bulkier/longer and how the handle tapers wasnt really doing it for me in terms of ergos. Things i like about the williams: love the ergos, fits in my hand nicely. Like the smooth ratcheting mechanism. LOVE that it's the same snap-on tool that's probably made in the same factory, but for half the cost. Love that its easily serviceable by just taking off the lock spring. Things i didnt care for: my model came with a large gap between the collar and the handle. some pics i've seen have it sit flush. some i've seen have a big gap. It's the same with the snap-on models too, so it's not just williams. No big deal tho, still functional. the bit storage is also lacking. there was a bit of back and forth play in the shaft as well. things i did to make it better for me: took the ratcheting mechanism apart, added some more oil and grease so it's REAL smooth and light to rotate (Really love that i can service these). While i had it apart, i 3D printed a black ring to fill the unsightly gap - i know i know - its just a tool and still functional, but my OCD kicked in and figured to just fill it for my personal aesthetics. While i had the mechanism apart, i readjusted the shaft lock washer so there's minimal back and forward play in the shaft. It's pretty tight and rock solid now. Lastly, i 3D printed a bit holder from a remix of John Zanussi's Williams bit holder found on the internetz. These tweaks IMO really complete the screwdriver! I really like it now and find myself fidgeting with it, just randomly taking stuff apart around the house LOL. All in all, great quality screwdriver with a few mods in mind!

26 clicks per turn, ratcheting mechanism is as smooth as butter with little back drag. Magnet is plenty strong for holding and aligning bits. Smooth, tri-lobe handle allows easy pocketability and superior chemical resistance. Simple open storage easily accommodates 10 standard bits inside (5 included) and an o-ring seal on the screw cap keeps the bits clean and dry in all situations. If you don't like the open storage, there are free files for 3D printer bit carriers, but these carriers reduce the number of bits you can carry to 6. Overall, a professional, USA made tool for a fair price. Highly recommended.

Well, I’ll echo most reviews. It’s a Snap On (literally, Snap On owns Williams and makes these drivers there) for a third of the price. The handle is different from the SO variant, but it’s just as comfortable. The shaft is fixed and doesn’t have knurling, but still has that smooth and incredibly low back drag you expect. Fit and finish is no PB Swiss, but it’s very much a sturdy tool. I like the all plastic handle (rubber dissolves over time) and I like that the magnet is strong.My only gripe is the bit storage. Come on Williams/ Snap On, put a carousel in there! There are 3d printed ones that are just dandy, there’s no excuse now. Bits loosely shaking around in the handle makes me want to remove a star, but the rest of the driver is fabulous and it does its job very well.

Very smooth ratcheting and high quality. I can't tell the difference from more expensive ones

The Williams ratcheting screwdriver was purchased for the tool kit on our sailboat, and though an excellent screwdriver for the many reasons, there are a couple things that make its sibling, Snap-on, better. First, the knurled portion of the shaft is missing on the Williams. Easy to dismiss, but used frequently on the Snap-on because it speeds up spinning in longer screws with only your thumb and index finger easily when there’s not enough friction to engage the ratchet. Also, the ratcheting directional collar is considerably more stiff and the back drag is higher than on the Snap-on, but it’s possible the Williams just requires break-in. Finally, the squared off handle on the Snap-on is more resistant to rolling while the Williams’ more cylindrical shape offers little resistance at all, annoying on any firm inclined surface, but problematic on a boat where it can easily roll overboard.

I own an older Snap-on version of this screwdriver. The feel, quality, back drag, and durability is as good as the one I bought from the tool truck over 30 years ago. Probably paid more then than for the Williams today. Definitely recommend, and will buy more from Williams. Wish they offered their undurogrip handles on more products they sell.