Thanks Bup, I will read that when I have the chance.

The answers are pretty much what I figured. Anyone have a check stand in their shop?

what,nobody uses german torque,,goddintight.:)

A calibrated one. In my career field using out of calibration tools will get you fired. But ours are split between Proto and snap-off

Interesting article. A buddy runs the calibration lab at a large US Navy facility. He finds the most reliable torque wrenches are the old beam type with the pointer. Once calibrated, they are dead on year to year, unless there is visible damage. He advises folks to use a quality (snap on, matco, proto, etc) click type IF you have it checked regularly (bench tester before use and yearly calibration). Otherwise, he advises using a beam type - buy, check calibration once, protect from damage. IMO, he's correct - Let's face it, very few non-pros check and calibrate them.

I have to agree with you on that one. Sometimes simple is better. The only downside with the beam type wrenches is that it is sometimes difficult to see the dial, and you have to be careful about using it properly. You can get into trouble when uting long extensions and applying sideways torque to a fastener.

Not after beginning to understand clamp theory and plastic deformation. :)

I just tighten them until they break, and then back off a 1/4 turn! :whistle:

Noooo, that's for bandsaw blades.

Originally from Canada I see.


I use Snap Off and Old Craftsman.