Old-school impact screwdriver

Conrad Hoffsommer hoffsoco at luther.edu
Thu May 31 09:06:17 MDT 2007



Greg Graham wrote:
> Does anyone have a make, model, or source for the
> old-fashioned impact screwdriver mentioned by Susan
> Graham (no relation) in her June 1988 and July 2001
> Journal article "Grand Leg and Lyre Repair"?
> 
> This is not an electric device.  It looks like a
> thick-handled screwdriver that you whack on top with a
> hammer to break loose big, stubborn screws.  
> 
> Internet searches just bring up the new generation of
> electric impact drivers.  
> 
> Greg Graham, RPT
> Brodheadsville, PA


Try automotive supplies/Sears, etc.  Mine fits 1/2" drive sockets.


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