Thread: Torqueing screws for cheapskates

Spend a few $$ and get one of these...
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001...d=9VmDNXcXYjlC

Geezus, that's long (she said!). Yeah, anyway...follow the link to a Shahe digital screwdriver.
Not too dear, and works fine.
I bought one to torque scope rings, mounts, and Oryx alloy 'chassis' bolts.
Seen too many ham fisted sods strip a thread on scope mounts, or overtighten so much that they pinch the scope tube.
Also, don't believe all the 'testimonials' online about the Wheeler (USA, and high priced) gear.
It's been tested and checked...and found to be less than stellar for accuracy.
Plus, don't torque something up to (say) 15"lb and then give an extra tweak 'just in case'. That's a good way to munt threads.