So I was thinking about getting/replacing a torque wrench. I currently have (but not sure where they are, so perhaps no longer have) a beam-style torque wrench and at least one Richey torque key. At this point, I am going to assume that I am starting with a blank slate as I have not seen them for a while (multiple moves).
- Cheapest option would be a beam-style torque wrench. Probably somewhere around $20 from Sears. BUT not very accurate.
- I could also buy a couple single-torque keys. This would cost around $40 for what I need now. I would assume that these are reasonably accurate. BUT just because I only need two now, that might not be what I need in the future.
- Amazon is offering the adjustable Evans torque key for around $20. I would assume that this is not very accurate.
- Park Tools has an adjustable torque wrench for about $100. They also have an adjustable torque key for around $65.
- Finally, I could buy a no-name or Sears torque wrench for around $55.