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As you might know, Vessel is the oldest screwdriver manufacturer in Japan, and made a contribution to set a Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) standard.

If so, then it may be a “JIS” (Japanese Industrial Standards) screw. A JIS and a Phillips ® screw may look the same to the human eye but they have completely different profiles. Therefore, you’ll need the correct tool for the job. It’s easy to see why as the company has a massive range of screwdrivers including tools with LED lighting and manual and electrical modes. These Stainless screwdrivers are made to avoid surface corrosion on stainless bolts and parts. So mainly useful for food, chemcal and medical machinery. With over 97 years experience making hand screwdrivers, VESSEL has extensive “know-how” on producing superior Japanese hand tools which fit “JIS” (Japanese Industrial Standard) and the conventional American “Phillip®” type screws perfectly. They have a long history meeting customers’ needs when it comes to fastening applications. I told him all about my “wonder screwdriver”, and he encouraged me to try it out. It worked like a charm, and now he owns four JIS screwdrivers.

This leads us to another story – Japan: small country, small people, small machines, yet they are the best! 🙂

JIS Screwdrivers: The Test

Wiha is another fantastic option. They are really durable and the holder for the Allen wrenches is a example of smart engineering. It may not seem to be a big deal but the way all the wrenches turn to the side simultaneously is a big help when you are using multiple sizes. Toyo is a renowned manufacturer of glass-cutting tools which are supplied for artists and glaziers to use.

JIS screws: use JIS screwdrivers. Phillips screwdrivers won’t fit very well, so use them with great caution (avoid using them if possible).

Owner Comments and Feedback

Save your money for Klein tools or Wiha, you’ll be glad you did. Someone mentioned Milwaukee tools, I don’t care for the screwdrivers but the power tools are top notch. The 12 volt impact was my go to tool when I was an electrician. I’ve had the same driver and batteries for 6 plus years of heavy use and they are still going strong. Reply The answer to the second question is: “No, they are not the same”. What about the first question? That’s a bit more difficult. I’ll try my best to answer it, but first, a short note on a standard (two, in fact) that often gets confused with the above-noted standards: They expanded their range of screwdrivers to include every known type, which has continued to the present day. VESSEL Brand Profile Headquarters