If you've ever mounted a riflescope—whether for hunting season, competition, or just a day at the range—you know that torque matters. Too much, and you risk stripping screws or damaging your optic. Too little, and your scope might slip out of alignment or shift under recoil. That’s where Wheeler’s new FAT Wrench Auto Torque comes in, and it just might become your new favorite tool on the bench.
For years, Wheeler’s original FAT Wrench has been a go-to manual torque tool for gunsmiths and DIY shooters alike. Now, they’ve taken that precision and built it into an automated, rechargeable driver that makes scope mounting not only more accurate—but faster and easier than ever before.
The FAT Wrench Auto Torque takes the same idea from the original tool—precise torque application—and builds it into a compact motorized driver. It comes with:
What sets it apart is its simplicity of use. Set your desired torque level (say, 18 in-lbs for scope ring screws), and the tool will automatically stop once it reaches that torque. No guesswork. No over-tightening.
To demonstrate the ease and effectiveness of the FAT Wrench Auto Torque, it went head-to-head in a quick competition: who could install 12 scope ring screws faster—using the included manual tool or the Auto Torque?
The outcome? The Auto Torque tool didn’t just win on speed—it won on consistency and comfort too. And that’s a big deal when you’re mounting optics on multiple rifles or doing regular gunsmithing tasks.
It’s not just about being fast—it’s about being right. And torque consistency matters more than most people think. Improperly torqued scope rings can lead to:
There are a few thoughtful details built into the FAT Wrench Auto Torque that really show Wheeler understands shooters:
And yes, the tool runs for about two hours on a full charge, so it’ll handle plenty of projects between charges.
If you’ve ever stripped a screw or had a scope shift under recoil, you know how important proper torque is. The FAT Wrench Auto Torque is ideal for:
It’s compact enough for the range bag, precise enough for the workbench, and smart enough to prevent those costly mistakes that can ruin a setup.
Wheeler’s FAT Wrench Auto Torque brings reliable, repeatable torque settings into a compact, automated tool that takes the stress out of mounting optics. It’s a practical upgrade from the manual FAT Wrench—especially if you’re someone who works on multiple firearms or wants the assurance that their gear is torqued just right.
If you've ever struggled with stripped screws, uneven pressure, or the uncertainty of “good enough,” this tool might be your new favorite gunsmithing companion.
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