A torque wrench is a handy tool for gunsmiths to have as it allows you to make sure that every screw, scope base, and scope ring is tightened properly to the appropriate torque setting. This helps optimize the maintenance on your firearm and prevent damage as well as improve its accuracy. The best torque wrenches to include in your range bag should be durable, accurate, and convenient to access if you need to use it while on-the-go.
Here are three highly rated torque wrenches for firearms that you can add to your range gear bag.
1. Weaver Gunsmithing Torque Wrench
Made of the highest quality materials, the Weaver Gunsmithing Torque Wrench helps you mount scopes and bases with consistent screw pressure, includes a variety of magnetized-tip bits for different fasteners, and helps protect your riflescope tubes from over tightening. Stored in a compact, rugged and durable case, this torque wrench for gunsmithing can easily be carried with you in your range bag. Just be sure that when you are done using your torque wrench, to reset it back to 0 (zero) value to keep it calibrated.
Size: 13″ x 3.8″ x 2.6″
Torque Range: 15 in/lbs to 80 in/lbs
2. Wheeler Firearms Accurizing Torque Wrench with Inch/Pounds Measurement
Handled like a screwdriver, the Wheeler Firearms Accurizing Torque (F.A.T.) Wrench allows you to apply repeatable, accurate torque settings to scope rings, guard screws, and other screws, bringing perfect consistency to every screw on your firearm. Its ergonomic handle design offers a comfortable experience while using the torque wrench, and the instruction manual was created to be super easy to understand.
If you are looking for an easy-to-use accurizing torque wrench for your rifle or other firearm, this F.A.T. wrench might be the one for you!
Size: 3.23″ x 6.06″ x 3.07″
Torque Range: 10 in/lbs to 65 in/lbs
Accuracy: +/- 2 in/lbs up to 40 in/lbs; 40 – 65 is +/- 5%
Includes:
- 10 bits (hex to square adapter, #10 flat blade, #32 flat blade, #11 flat blade, 5/32 hex, 7/64 hex, 3/32 hex, T20 torx, T15 torx and Leupold specialty flat blade – constructed of S2 tool steel and hardened to 56-58 Rockwell “C”)
- ¼” Socket
- Convenient plastic storage case
3. Wheeler 710909 Digital Firearms Accurizing Torque Wrench
If you prefer to go the digital route, the Wheeler 710909 Digital Firearms Accurizing Torque (F.A.T.) Wrench is a simple tool that takes the guesswork out of riflescope mounting and firearm adjusting. An LCD screen shows the torque applied in real time, and an audible tone beeps as you approach your set torque. The sound turns into a solid tone when you reach your set torque.
This ergonomically designed digital F.A.T. wrench uses a CR2032 lithium coin battery, and while it comes with a battery, you should probably pick up an extra pack just in case.
Torque Range: 15 in/lbs to 100 in/lbs
Accuracy: +/- 2%
Measurements: lb-in, kg-cm, and N-m
Includes: Wrench, Bits, Level Level Level, Carrying Case
Requires: CR2032 Lithium Ion Battery