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Thing a day, Thing #16 Screwdriver Rack

So a screwdriver rack is quick to build, and provides a huge improvement in workflow. This one was made from scrap and tool all of 10 minutes to build. Just cut 3 pieces of wood, glue and tack nail them into an arch, and then drill holes for the screwdrivers when done.

While you can buy screw driver racks of various types, I find that the store bought ones – by virtue of trying to be economical with space and material pack the screwdrivers too close together. When working I want to be able to reach out and snag a screwdriver, or drop it back in its place, and not have to stop and thing about threading a path back through the other screwdriver. I find that for me an optimal spacing seems to be a 1.75” grid for small tools, and 2” grid for larger ones, with the tools staggered by half grid spacing.

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By making the rack myself I can both ensure optimal spacing, and design them to tuck away into convenient spaces, like between the support 2x4s on the soldering bench in the garage.

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