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Looking for a torque wrench for scope mounting, etc to get a much more accurate reading on how tight I'm setting screws than, "I think that's good".
NEIKO 10574A 1/4” Drive Torque Wrench Screwdriver Set | 30 Pieces. On Amazon seems ok for $45.
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I have one of these, and it has worked fine for scope mounting:

https://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-...-adjustable-torque-wrench-prod84011.aspx


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I have a Snap-On in/lbs and a Aircraft screwdriver type but can't remember the name as well as a Fat Wrench. All work well but my Fat Wrench is a little harder to read exactly what it is set at.


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I’ve used a Fat Wrench for a number of years. Works fine.


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Snap-On impact - just 2 or 3 ugga duggas

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I have the cheaper version of this set. Up to 65 inch pounds. It's simple but seems to work well.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/102139720?pid=848266

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Most people cannot calculate what torque to use.


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I've had good luck with this one.

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Originally Posted by Clarkm
Most people cannot calculate what torque to use.


True statement.


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I use a Fat Wrench digital. Work great for what I need.

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Originally Posted by gsganzer
I've had good luck with this one.

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I have that set too. It appears to be exactly the same as my Vortex set. Both are legions better than a fat wrench.
I have a dial gauge one for low torque (<20 inch/lbs) i have a Proto for the stock screws and such.
The Capri or Vortex will do 95% of what you ever need on guns


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