Description
Anyone who has spent time at a gun bench knows the frustration of stopping a job to dig through a coffee can of loose hex keys looking for the one size that fits. The Wheeler 45-Piece SAE/Metric Hex & Torx Key Set puts an end to that. It bundles three full ranges of keys into a single folding case that opens flat, so you flip to the section you need and get back to work. Everything is made from steel to hold up to real torque on stubborn scope ring screws, base fasteners, and grip hardware.
What the Wheeler 45-Piece Key Set Covers
The kit is loaded with 15 SAE hex sizes running from a tiny .028 inch up to 3/8 inch, 15 metric hex keys from .7mm to 10mm, and 15 Torx keys spanning T1 through T35. That spread hits just about every small fastener you run into on optics mounts, red dots, handguards, trigger groups, and general firearm maintenance. The micro sizes are the ones most folks are missing from a standard hardware-store set, and they show up constantly on modern optics and electronics.
Built for the Bench, Sized for the Range Bag
The folded case keeps the whole set compact enough to toss in a range bag or drop in a drawer without taking over your workspace. Each key seats in its own labeled slot, so you can see at a glance whether a size is out on the bench or back where it belongs. That organization pays off when you are mounting a scope and need to swap sizes several times without losing track of anything.
Beyond firearm work, this set earns its keep on bikes, RC gear, furniture, small engines, and any project with small hex or Torx hardware. Feedback from owners tends to circle back to the same points: it has the sizes they were always missing, and the case makes it easy to keep everything in one place. For a starter gunsmithing kit or a supplement to what you already own, it is a practical grab.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Wheeler Engineering
- Model: Gunsmith Set
- Manufacturer Part Number: 1081959
- UPC: 661120412748
- Product Type: Kit
- Piece Count: 45
- Material: Steel
- Color: Black
- SAE Hex Sizes: .028", .035", .05", 1/16", 5/64", 3/32", 7/64", 1/8", 9/64", 5/32", 3/16", 7/32", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8"
- Metric Hex Sizes: .7mm, .9mm, 1.3mm, 1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm, 4.5mm, 5mm, 5.5mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 10mm
- Torx Sizes: T1, T2, T3, T4, T5, T6, T7, T8, T9, T10, T15, T20, T25, T30, T35
- Length: 11.8 in
- Shipping Weight: 2.97 lbs
What’s Included
- 15 SAE hex keys (.028" through 3/8")
- 15 metric hex keys (.7mm through 10mm)
- 15 Torx keys (T1 through T35)
- Molded folding storage case
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes come in the Wheeler 45-Piece Hex & Torx Key Set?
The set includes 15 SAE hex keys ranging from .028 inch up to 3/8 inch, 15 metric hex keys from .7mm to 10mm, and 15 Torx keys from T1 to T35. That covers small fasteners on optics mounts, handguards, trigger groups, and most general firearm work. The tiny micro sizes are the ones people usually lack from a standard set.
Is this Wheeler key set good for mounting a scope?
Yes, it is a solid choice for scope work. Most ring and base screws use small hex or Torx heads, and this set carries the common sizes for those jobs along with the odd ones that trip people up. The labeled case also makes it easy to swap between sizes without losing track during a mount.
Can I use the Wheeler 45-Piece Key Set for things besides firearms?
Absolutely. The same hex and Torx sizes show up on bikes, RC gear, small engines, furniture, and plenty of household hardware. It works well as an all-around small-fastener kit even if you never touch a firearm with it.
How does the case keep everything organized?
The keys are held in a molded folding case that opens flat and lays out the sizes in labeled slots. You flip to the section you need instead of digging through a loose pile of wrenches. When a key is missing from its slot, you know right away that it is still out on the bench.





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