Japanese Screwdrivers

Japanese screwdrivers from ANEX, ENGINEER and VESSEL: ultra-thin and offset ratchet screwdrivers for tight spaces, ANEX compact bit ratchets, insulated screwdrivers and box (nut) drivers. Genuine Japanese-market stock, shipped from Japan with tracking. Looking for small screws? See Japanese precision screwdrivers.

Japanese Screwdrivers guide: models and how to choose ↓

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Japanese Screwdrivers guide: models and how to choose

Ratchet and offset screwdrivers for tight spaces

Model Type Tips included Overall length Gear teeth Weight
ENGINEER DR-27 Ultra-thin ratchet screwdriver, 11 mm thick, 19.5 mm wide Phillips #2, slotted 6 x 0.8 mm 103 mm 15 54 g
ANEX 425 Offset ratchet screwdriver, straight type Phillips #2, slotted 6 (ultra-short bits) 108 mm 16 64 g
ANEX 425-5B Offset ratchet screwdriver set, straight type Phillips #1, #2 (x2), #3, slotted 6 108 mm 16 79 g
ANEX 425-9B Offset ratchet screwdriver set, straight type Phillips #1-#3, slotted 6, hex 2.5-6 mm 108 mm 16 95 g
ANEX 6102-T Slim offset screwdriver set, 3 pcs Phillips #1, #2, slotted 6 108 mm Not confirmed 80 g

All values are from each product page. The ratchet models above take 6.35 mm (1/4") hex bits.

ANEX Compact Bit Ratchet 52 (525 series)

Model Bits included Set contents Overall length Weight
ANEX 525-5B Phillips #1, #2 (x2), #3, slotted 6 5 107 mm 60 g
ANEX 525-10B Phillips #1-#3, slotted 6, hex 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 mm 10 107 mm 94 g
ANEX 525-7S Phillips #2, box (socket) bits 5.5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 13 mm 7 107 mm 75 g
ANEX 525-9T Phillips #2, Torx (hexalobular) T8, T10, T15, T20, T25, T27, T30, T40 9 107 mm 130 g
ANEX 525-28B Phillips, slotted, hex 2.5-6 mm, Torx T6-T40, box bits 5-13 mm, plus stubby handle and bit holder 31 (incl. ratchet, stubby handle, bit holder) 107 mm 675 g (with case)

The 525 series uses a 6.35 mm (1/4") hex bit socket. The gear tooth count is Not confirmed on our product pages.

Insulated screwdrivers

Model Tips Shank length Overall length Shank diameter Weight Voltage rating
VESSEL 202PS-1 (2 pcs) Phillips #2, slotted 6 100 mm 200 mm 6 mm 80 g Not confirmed
VESSEL 202PS-2 (2 pcs) Phillips #2, slotted 6 150 mm 250 mm 6 mm 95 g Not confirmed
ANEX 7900-2-200 Phillips #2 200 mm 298 mm 6 mm 112 g 1000 V withstand voltage tested (per product page)

For live electrical work, check the voltage rating that is printed on the tool and required by your local rules before use.

Box (nut) drivers

Model Across flats Shaft length Overall length Weight
ANEX 6000-10-125 10 mm 125 mm 245 mm 176 g
ANEX 6000-11-125 11 mm 125 mm 245 mm 174 g
ANEX 6000-12-150 12 mm 150 mm 270 mm 196 g
ANEX 6000-13-150 13 mm 150 mm 270 mm 208 g

Precision screwdrivers

For electronics, glasses, cameras and other small screws, see the Japanese precision screwdrivers collection:

How to choose

  • Very little clearance: the ENGINEER DR-27 is 11 mm thick. The ANEX 425 and 525 series are short (107-108 mm) and take 1/4" hex bits, so you can swap tips.
  • Socket-style work in a small space: the ANEX 525-7S includes box bits from 5.5 to 13 mm. The 525-9T covers Torx T8 to T40.
  • Electrical panels and outlets: choose an insulated screwdriver. Only the ANEX 7900-2-200 lists a 1000 V withstand test on our product page.
  • Hex nuts and bolts: the ANEX 6000 box drivers come in 10, 11, 12 and 13 mm across flats.
  • Japanese cars and motorcycles: read JIS vs Phillips explained before you choose a cross-point tip.
  • Already stripped screw: see screw and bolt extractors and manual impact drivers.

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Sources: specifications are taken from each linked product page. Prices are shown on the product pages.