I’m looking at an Effetto Mariposa 3/8” torque wrench.
Anyone got an opinion on this or any others in that kind of range?
3/8”, that’ll torque left & right hand threads, click style rather than beam type.
Thanks!
Hey Russel,
The Effetto Mariposa is a great tool and will serve you well. The only caveat is that I’d only recommend it if it’s on sale or you have access to trade pricing.
If it’s at retail pricing, then I’d suggest something from outside the cycling world. Capri is one brand that offers good torque tools at mid-tier pricing. Just check that the scale is available in Nm.
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I looked at the wrench from Effetto Mariposa but decided to go with a Wera C2 instead.
20-100nm, left or right torque, a little cheaper (non-trade) but 1/2” drive. 1/2” is my personal preference as Icetoolz BB sockets are that size.
If you are trade, Chicken Cycles sell Wera and can special order the C2 for you. Thats where I got mine from.
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I like the Hazet torque wrenches (own four of them for a complete range), this is the 10-60 Nm version which fits insert tools, so also suited for left and right handed thread fasteners:
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I’ve not considered that style before.
Does having that removable head create much slop or movement during use?
No, it does not. I use a Hazet 3/8” ratchet insert
Einsteck-Hebelumschaltknarre 3/8" 9x12mm HAZET
Not the cheapest solution in combination but very nice. Cheaper solutions/brands can be good enough too though. The Hazet one is still relatively compact and just the right range for me.
What is the reason for the removable heads in the Hazet wrenches??
Do they have alternative heads?
What about Wera’s torque wrenches? Any opinions? Better yet, can you write an article on torque wrenches rated >= 50–60 Nm?
I have a small Effetto Mariposa, rebranded as a Fizik torque wrench. I got it from a LBS that unfortunately went out of business. But a new one at retail price is too rich for my blood.
I don’t recommend Wera’s adjustable torque wrenches. Either they’re too cumbersome/large for the torque range or they seemingly suffer reliability issues.
I did previously cover the topic of torque wrenches at CyclingTips. See it here.
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Have to say I’m very happy with my Wera C2 torque wrench. Quick to adjust, very definite click, quick swap from RH to LH.
I’m not travelling with mine so the large size and heavy weight is not an concern for me. The Gedore wrench this replaced was definitely smaller and lighter.
Thanks for the links, very interesting. A pity that Wera’s torque wrenches do not make your cut. In the “serious-but-not-Effeto-Mariposa” league there are many equally priced options with no way of knowing which stands out.
Size is not an issue, I’d just use them for my SRAM Force cranks and perhaps, in the future, rear shocks (I am back on a hardtail). For smaller bolts, I have my 2–15 Nm torque wrench.
As per purpose of the tool inserts, you can insert various tools 
Mostly for direct use with a spanner wrench insert in the required size (not as I use it on the bike, but it could be), but also useful for reversing a ratchet insert so it can be used for left and right handed thread (how I use it).
Note that if you use an insert, you have to watch out for the “working length” of said insert. The torque wrench is calibrated with a certain length. When using “longer” or “shorter” inserts than this, it requires some calculations to maintain proper torque (it then differs from the set torque). All this need not apply if you use a ratchet insert with the proper length, as is the one I mentioned in a previous post for the Hazet 10-60 Nm wrench.
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Here a full range for bike use can be seen:
0,2 - 1,2 Nm (RHT only)
1 - 6 Nm (RHT only)
2,5 - 25 Nm (insert, RHT+LHT)
10 - 60 Nm (insert, RHT+LHT)
For the 2,5 - 25 Hazet wrench I also have a Stahlwille insert that accepts 1/4” bits directly and is very thin, so it can be used in tight spots.
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For bottom bracket-ish torque levels I use this Gedore 20-100Nm. It’s a ratchet style wrench with flippable head so you can use it both clockwise and counterclockwise. Solid tool - 1/2” though.
In the UK market, Halfords Advanced branded torque wrenches are rebranded Norbar, which are amazing quality and the prices are far better than any other option. The 3/8 square drive one is perfect for all your 40nm needs.
£115 currently, but they frequently have sales and discount codes
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This is a great option! Norbar stuff is superb.