Wright Tools has launched new USA-made cushion grip nut drivers.
Wright says their new softer-handled drivers will let users drive with more comfort.
They’re made from superior quality alloy steel and have color-coded caps for easy size identification.
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These are all described as hollow shaft nut drivers, which allows the tools to access nuts on longer bolts or threaded rod.
There are 4 sets:
- 7pc Inch Set (9210, 9212)
- 10pc Inch Set (9214)
- 6pc Metric Set (9216)
- 9pc Metric Set (9218)
Sets are said to be packaged in denim/plastic tool rolls.
It looks like they also have non-color-coded handle options.
Wright will also be selling the nut drivers individually. Here’s a full list of all the sizes:
Inch Sizes
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- 3/16″ (9220)
- 7/32″ (9221)
- 1/4″ (9222)
- 9/32″ (9223)
- 5/16″ (9224)
- 11/32″ (9225)
- 3/8″ (9226)
- 7/16″ (9227)
- 1/2″ (9228)
- 9/16″ (9229)
Metric Sizes
- 4mm (9236)
- 4.5mm (9237)
- 5mm (9238)
- 5.5mm (9239)
- 6mm (9240)
- 7mm (9241)
- 8mm (9242)
- 10mm (9244)
- 11mm (9245)
It looks like Wright is reusing model numbers, so be careful when shopping online. It might take some time for the new cushion grip nut drivers to replace older stock at retailers and distributors.
If you want USA-made hollow shaft nut drivers, the new Wright tools might be worth seeking out.
w00dy
Suppliers re-using item codes/ model numbers and or barcodes for newer versions or entire new products are such a pain when looking for specific tools (or other items).
Otherwise they look nice with the color coding.
MikeIT
They remind me of the Wilde trilobe screwdrivers that were discontinued a few years ago. Maybe Wilde is making them for Wright? They seem interesting to try but I still have my old Craftsman nut drivers and they don’t get a lot of use so its hard to justify the buy.
Jim Felt
Precisely my “dilemma”.
ITCD
They’re Mayhew. Wilde doesn’t do those trilobe anymore, they dried up after WF went under which makes me suspect they were the true source, but do still carry wood handles made by Grace USA.
Yadda
Comfort handle, triangle grip. Do we really need another choice for color coded nut drivers?
Chris
Nice. These should fit a huge market being that snap on doesn’t make instinct handle nut drivers. Which these are exactly what they would look like.
Also, non color coded usually means metric. I don’t think they would offer a non color coded SAE set. Many companies do it this way. SAE is color coded and metric is black. No idea why.
ColeTrain
I have a ratchet from wright tools. Best ratchet I’ve ever had. Fell out of some dudes truck on i-70 20 some years ago and it’s still my go-to. Never broke, plus I beat the crap out of it everyday for 8 years as a mechanic. That says something about these guys.
Bren
Does anyone actually use these things? I’ve had piles of them laying around from various tool sets I’ve bought over the years; finally just pitched them so I could have the drawer space.
Hon Cho
Nut drivers are something of a niche tool and when you need a hollow-shaft version, nothing else comes close. I find a 1/4″ nutdriver very useful in working on clothes dryers and electrical work.
Wayne R.
6-in-1 drivers usually/always have 1/4 & 5/16 which are great for lots of household stuff.
Wayne R.
I’ve always found nut drivers to be critically handy installing all sorts of electronics & network equipment. Always in my bags, SAE, metric & Torx (okay, Torx aren’t nut drivers per se).
Adam
I’ve found them tremendously useful when dealing with worm-drive hose clamps and similar. Way less chance of them slipping and stabbing you in the hand, versus a conventional screwdriver.
fred
I find them to be a tool to grab for low volume work: 1 or 2 hose clamps, a few hex-head sheet metal screws etc. – when a power screwdriver and a bit would be overkill. I have an old Xcellite set at one home – that I use infrequently – have some Milwaukee (made in China) ones that feature magnetic tips, hollow shafts and pass through handles like this one:
https://www.zoro.com/milwaukee-tool-14-hollowcore-magnetic-nut-driver-48-22-2521/i/G7514631/
I also recently spied an alternative Midwest Tool (USA-made) approach for running up nuts on threaded rod
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D6X5P2G3
Joe E.
About the only time I use a nut driver is when I’m changing oil. The plastic skid plates/covers they put underneath cars nowadays have 10mm screws. They’re easier for me to remove and install vs a socket and ratchet.
Jared
I use the Felo “Smart” nut driver set all the time – for automotive work. I don’t know if that’s what it was intended for, but it’s awesome for small fasteners.
It’s got two unique features:
1. The handle rotates and locks into a T-handle configuration – easily and quickly. That lets me loosen fasteners that are much tighter than you can normally tackle with a nut driver.
2. The “M-tec” nut driver blades are hollow and have a spring-loaded magnet – which lets you drive nuts onto long bolts without bottoming out AND holds the fastener while you position it.
It’s good for lots of under hood tasks like hose clamps, engine covers, airboxes, sensors, throttle bodies, etc. that aren’t torqued super high. Even some larger-sized fasteners (say 14mm) can often be broken loose in T-handle configuration, then spin off quickly in the screwdriver orientation.
I realize this was all kind of tangential from traditional nut drivers like these ones from Wright, but I REALLY like my Felo set and but otherwise can’t remember the last time I used a regular nut driver.
Wayne R.
I like that Felo handle too, and added a locking bit holder (& set screw) to mine to skip that friction fit.
Robert
Had a full set of metric and sae Wihas that I eventually gave away because they took up space and I never touched them. I had to later buy very specific sae sizes for electrical and tech work. Those I actually use.
Nathan
Isn’t wright connected to snap on somehow? Anyway they make good stuff.
fred
As far as I can tell, Wright is a privately held company with just a few owners.
Patrick T
I drive by their headquarters in Barberton on a fairly regular basis. I think you’re right Fred that they are still owned by a small group. I think a husband and wife plus one other?
Robert
Confusing them with Williams?
fred
J.H. Williams was indeed acquired by SnapOn in 1993
Matt_T
Like Robert said you may be confusing them with Williams. Wright did make tools for Matco so there is a connection to the tool trucks there.
Sky
I replaced traditional nut drivers with the Felo Smart Handle and Wiha Power Blades years ago. More compact, just as useful.
https://www.reddit.com/r/Tools/comments/dq93wp/ntd_felo_smart_thandle_wiha_power_blade_sets/
Mark M.
Wright makes really nice stuff but seems to get very little attention compared to better known brands. I have a couple of their ratchets and they are bomb-proof. If you have any use for a 3/8″ head on a compact 1/4″ body check out the 3440.
jakr
Can you suggest a good supplier or two for wright tools?
Stuart
Unfortunately I don’t know of a good supplier for Wright tools.
I look around every now and then, but haven’t found a good go-to.
jake
Thank you for responding.
The comment should have been from “ jake”, not “jakr”. Sorry for the typo.
NoahG
I have bought all my Wright from Harry J. Epstein co. If it’s not on their website they’ll order it for you.
fred
Wright says this about online distributors:
https://www.wrighttool.com/find-a-distributor
ITCD
Harry J. Epstein Co is like *the* go-to for the buying public for Wright. Anything they don’t have, they can get for you.
It’s also like tool Mecca in general, tons of brands and selection, they’ve been dipping a toe into Japanese tools lately as well. Good folks running it, I’ve done business with them several times.
Mike (the other one)
It’d bet money that these are made by Mayhew.