> I haven't had the torque wrench calibrated in a while, but it
> is a snap-on, so it's fairly reputable.
Reputable isn't the key. Calibration is a maintenance item on the click
style torque wrench, any of them. Call Snap On for info.
> If the problem is static/dynamic friction though, I wouldn't expect
> beam or
> click to make a difference.
You're right ... If is a problem of overcoming friction. But if it
isn't?
The beam type torque wrench is cheap, much cheaper than recalibrating a
click type. And they don't change values. Every wonder why you can get
a lifetime guarantee on the beam type from Sears or Snap on but not on
the click type....
>How would I tell a quality beam torque wrench from a schlock one?
There is no difference, the schlock one cost less but does the same job.
You decide which one to buy.
Larry Hoy
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