Household Item Reviewer
07-20-2005, 05:33 PM
Nearly anyone can use a good electric screwdriver. It may not be very romantic, but for the person who's handy around the house, it's a very thoughtful gift.
Steps:
1. Think about the person for whom you're buying the screwdriver. Does he or she do mostly light projects around the house, or is this a serious do-it-yourselfer?
2. Look for features on the screwdriver that match the use to which it will be put - these could include: variable speed, adjustable angle, spare battery and adjustable torque.
3. Remember that a reverse switch on an electric screwdriver can come in very handy, for unscrewing.
4. Expect to pay from $15 to $100 for the screwdriver, depending on how many features it boasts.
5. Look for trusted brands such as Skil, Craftsman and Black & Decker.
6. Check when buying online to see how long delivery will take, so that your gift gets to the giftee on time.
7. Investigate a wide variety of electric screwdrivers before making your decision.
Tips:
Suggest that other people shopping for this person get them accessories, such as bits and nut drivers, or stuff a stocking with accessories yourself.
When considering what the screwdriver will be used for, picture the difference between these projects: simply putting together ready-to-assemble furniture - or building your own deck. A lightweight screwdriver with just a few featurs will generally serve for the first; a heavy-duty, professional-quality tool is necessary for the second.
Steps:
1. Think about the person for whom you're buying the screwdriver. Does he or she do mostly light projects around the house, or is this a serious do-it-yourselfer?
2. Look for features on the screwdriver that match the use to which it will be put - these could include: variable speed, adjustable angle, spare battery and adjustable torque.
3. Remember that a reverse switch on an electric screwdriver can come in very handy, for unscrewing.
4. Expect to pay from $15 to $100 for the screwdriver, depending on how many features it boasts.
5. Look for trusted brands such as Skil, Craftsman and Black & Decker.
6. Check when buying online to see how long delivery will take, so that your gift gets to the giftee on time.
7. Investigate a wide variety of electric screwdrivers before making your decision.
Tips:
Suggest that other people shopping for this person get them accessories, such as bits and nut drivers, or stuff a stocking with accessories yourself.
When considering what the screwdriver will be used for, picture the difference between these projects: simply putting together ready-to-assemble furniture - or building your own deck. A lightweight screwdriver with just a few featurs will generally serve for the first; a heavy-duty, professional-quality tool is necessary for the second.