Bahco 808050P Ratchet Bit Screwdriver Swivel Pistol Grip

I've had this scewdriver for almost 2 months now, and it's the first one I always go for out of my tool bag.I use this everyday, multiple times a day for work. So far it has held up, and works just as good as it did on the first day. If that changes I'll update this review.The rubber handle makes it easy to grip, and the bit storage in the handle is a nice touch. Comes with only 6 bits, but it uses standard 1/4 inch bits that can be found in any hardware store if you lose any or if you need more.The magnetic tip is great. It keeps the bits in place and also does a good job a holding on to loose screws as well.The shaft is a good length, and the grip on it is a good touch as it makes it easy grip and spin the shaft, and the ratcheting mechanism works flawlessly and seems to be of good quality.Overall this is a great quality screwdriver. Obviously for a screwdriver, it is pricey, as you can get a regular bit screwdriver for around $10. However, if you do need to use a screwdriver on a daily basis for work or anything else, the ratcheting and magnet on this screwdriver will make your life a lot easier.I really can't find any negatives with this screwdriver. After all, it's a screwdriver, and it works. If I really want to be picky, it would be that the handle storage can only store 6 bits. I've had others in the past that could hold 10 to 12 bits.

Great quality, my onlt complaint is it's length, it's 8" instead of standard 6"....otherwise an excellent ratcheting screwdriver.

This was an amazing tool from the moment it reached my hands.Full disclosure, I am a new guy in the tinkering world and I am learning it as I go. I had a small screw driver with a relatively good bit set, but I was lacking something with a bit more sturdiness.I wanted a solid screwdriver I could use as a multi-purpose tool, and this was definitely a good choice. It feels heavy in my hand (I personally like that) and has been helping me in every fix I need to do. The rotating handle is great for when you need to apply a bit more force. (In my country you need to force the screw in when mounting some furniture, so it helps me given that I have no automated tools for that yet).The ratcheting mechanism works great, very easy to use but was a bit counter-intuitive for me. If I want to tighten a screw (going clockwise) I need to rotate the switch counter-clockwise, but after you use it a few times it doesn't really matter anymore.In general a great multi-purpose tool. I recommend you get a good bit set to go with it, which is what I plan on doing next.

Very nice with solid feel. The ratchet is very smooth with a high amount of clicks per turn (high tooth and pawl count). The grip is a bit oval shape which kind of threw me off but I notice I can get more leverage when tightening screws and is quite comfortable. The knob for selecting position is metal and very solid, they're arrows casted into the metal to help you choose visually which direction you want. I painted them red with nail polish to help see them even more. It's easy to switch direction with fingers without having to re-position them. I'm also finding very little play in the driver bit compared to others. These type of drivers all have play in them, just the nature of the animal but you want to choose the one with the least amount of it.The driver is very solid and is now my favorite over all the others, I think I prefer it over my Snap_On one.

So you think I’m mentally ill for writing a dissertation on screwdrivers? Well, you’d be right. Also, I have unfortunate news for you: your mental health is surely not stellar for reading it either.However take solace in knowing it isn’t entirely our fault. Tool manufacturers seem to have ceased to exist. All of the tool companies have been bought up by conglomerates and have in most instances shipped all of their manufacturing overseas. So what we are left with are tool brands- you can’t judge all Brand X drivers to be of the same quality because in many instances they’re manufactured in different places, on different machining, and the logo is slapped on at the end before they ship a tanker full of them. I’m doubtful there’s anything remotely resembling the QC of bygone eras.So asking yourself is the Stahlwille in the same league as the Bahco or Gearwrench might not be be the right question- as, get ready for it..... wait for it...... they could all be the exact same screwdriver!And all those extolling the virtues or differences of one or another on Amazon or YouTube or some dark, dank forum location have simply drank way too much of the late stage capitalist Koolaid and are deluding themselves into thinking there are appreciable differences.How’s that for a state of affairs? Feel less mental yet? There’s more.Let me give you a rundown of how I’ve come upon this sad state of affairs:In my daily tasks I’d really just like one good example of the following:Full sizeStubbyT Handle1/4” ratchet with screwdriving attachmentI don’t need 8 different regular screwdrivers. I had realized I had amassed a fairly large collection of stuff that served one or another purpose but none that served all purposes for me. I had doubles and triples of some things, but nothing of another. So, I wanted to downsize and get just the right amount of the right thing and in the process maybe get something really nice that I’ll enjoy using.The criteria I set were:Smooth ratcheting actionMinimal shaft playHolds the bit firmly with either a strong magnet or chuckNo proprietary bits or bits with a ball detent so I can use a wide array of attachments like Allen bits, nut drivers, etc.Ideally rust resistant:Bonus points for nickel plated bitsBonus for stainless shaftBonus points for accepting 1” and 2” bits.Since I’d rather carry a bit case along anyway bit storage wasn’t a deal breaker.You think it’d be a piece of cake but I have gone through about a dozen different options and have used / bought / played around with dozens more over the years and making sense of it is about as convoluted as it gets.Some in the running for me were:Stahlwille, Snap on, Williams, Megapro, Rolgear, Wera, Wiha, Kobalt, DeWalt, Klein, Bahco, Chapman, Gearwrench, etc.Then, I started noticing some curious things.The Stahlwille (German), Bahco (Swedish) and Gearwrench (US, Apex Tool Group) ratcheting screwdrivers all seem to be manufactured by the same company / same origin of Taiwan. Another reviewer erroneously suggested that it was the same mechanism as the Williams and Snap-On which is incorrect- those are still made in the USA by Williams. And that info includes the full size as well as those with the 2-position pistol grip and the LED and stubby.They all have identical shafts, bit holders and roughly the same handle with some minor differences mostly in color and branding.The Williams and the Snap On are the same (Williams manufactures for Snap-On) with the Williams even having the snap on part numbers on the bits. If it’s between these two for you go with the Williams. The price differential is huge.The Klein heavy duty ratcheting seems to be manufactured by the same company that makes the Lenox and some others. Again only the handle material and perhaps the bit compliment are different.The Megapro is largely the same as the Channelock, besides bit compliment. However the Megapro has options not available from Channellock.And I’m just getting started. It’s a mess. Just take my word for it and follow my lead or you may find yourself burrowing down a screwdriver rabbit hole.So, before I get way too out there let me just cut to the TL;DR:TL;DR:Seems like no matter how much I was willing to pay at the end of the day it wasn’t about price. Everything was on the table for me besides the offensively priced PB Swiss. Interestingly enough many modestly priced options in some cases outperformed premium brands.So here’s what I’d do:Get the Williams T and full size if you can handle the bit storage situation. Some can’t handle the bits rattling in there. It has the tightest tolerances and smoothest action. Least wobble. Also most Spartan looking and plastic. Don’t get this if your primary purpose for buying a screwdriver is to show it off on Reddit.If you can’t handle the bit situation, or maybe you want a knurled knob, I’d go with the Bahco / Gearwrench 2 Position with Pistol Grip. Also the LED model seems like it could be useful but I have never used it.If you want a full set with stubby and T and multiple shafts in one box with tons of bits get the Gearwrench full set that comes in a box. It’s inexpensive and very similar in performance to the Williams and Snap-On at a bargain price. Don’t discount it’s quality because the price seems too good to be true.For a screwdriving ratchet (not a ratcheting screwdriver) I’d get the Wiha set or the All Trade Powerbuilt 1/4” Stubby, which is a steal for the price but didn’t hold the bit as snugly as the Wiha. Also; the Klein ratchet with finger hole is excellent as well for certain situations.The Rolgear and Megapro get honorable mention even though each had a dealbreaker for me, which may not be one for you. The Megapro automotive is great unless you are in a salt air climate in which case it’s a no go. The Rolgear has an excellent mechanism however it’s a new type of design which may not appeal to everyone and has a bit too much play in the shaft for me.And the best Big Box option would be the DeWalt with extendable shaft. Suprisingly good ratcheting mechanism, nice handle. However there’s appreciable wobble once you extend the shaft a few clicks and no onboard bit storage.I find that Wera is overpriced and overrated in every single tool I’ve bought from them Screwdrivers and Ratchets and bits. Twice the wobble of even my Big Box bought DeWalt. Yeah, you heard me.... come and get me Wera snobs.I think insulting the Wera fans is a great place to call it on this review.Over and out.