Many tools have additional hidden features that inexperienced DIYers often overlook. This is also the case with the hole in the screwdriver handle.
Whether screwing on a pan handle, opening a battery compartment or assembling furniture: everyone should have at least one good screwdriver at home so that they can quickly carry out the most common repairs themselves. But even those who have a screwdriver overlook a practical function, namely the hole in the screwdriver handle. This hole can be very useful to you in certain situations – and professional craftsmen use it a lot.
The first idea one might have is to use the hole in the screwdriver handle simply to hang the tool somewhere. Some even pass a rope through it to make it easier. However, the actual function is much more useful.
Sometimes some screws refuse to come loose, no matter how hard you turn the tool. In this case, you can insert a second screwdriver or another elongated tool into the cross hole and use it as a lever. This makes it much easier to unscrew stubborn screws – the longer the lever, the easier it becomes, naturally. That is why it is important to check for such a cross hole in the handle when buying a screwdriver.
There are also products that have a slot for a hex key, which serve the same purpose. However, you will then need the appropriate size, which is not necessary with a simple hole.
However, be careful not to put too much force on the screw or it will break. If it turns without coming out, the material can warp and the head could break off. In this case, it might be helpful to spray a little penetrating oil between the screw and the material before turning. Also, be careful if you want to drive a screw into the material and there is only a small piece left to drive. If it breaks, then you will have an even bigger problem. It might be a good idea to remove the screw and drill a small hole before screwing it back in.