Performance Tool W941 8-Piece Specialty Pick/Driver Set, Precision Pick & Hook Set with Scraper

A compact pick and driver set that earns its spot on the bench

Small pick sets have a way of becoming indispensable, and that’s exactly how my time with the W941 set went. I kept it on the corner of my bench and found myself reaching for it to fish a stubborn O-ring, tug a connector clip that didn’t want to budge, scrape out a channel before laying new sealant, and thread small screws in tight places where a full-size driver would be awkward.

This is an eight-piece kit: four precision picks/hooks and four small drivers. The mix is sensible—curved hook, 90-degree hook, 45-degree offset hook, straight pick, plus 1/8" slotted, #0 Phillips, T15, and T20 drivers. If your projects include small engines, household repairs, electronics, or auto interior work, that spread covers a surprising amount of ground.

Build and ergonomics

The shafts are chrome vanadium steel. On a set like this, that reads as “hard enough to hold a point, not a pry bar.” The picks arrive nicely ground with tips that are sharp but not needle-fragile, and they’ve held shape after removing O-rings, cleaning injector seats, and teasing springs into position. I did manage to put a slight permanent bend in the 90-degree pick by levering sideways on a seized clip—squarely on me, but a good reminder these are precision tools, not miniature crowbars.

Handles are high-visibility PVC in orange and black. They’re easy to spot on a messy bench, which I appreciate more than I’d like to admit. The profiles are comfortable for fingertip control and light torque. The surface is smooth rather than textured. With clean hands, control is fine; in oily situations, they can get slick. I wiped the grips with a bit of isopropyl to knock back the gloss, which helped. If you often work with gloves on or in oily environments, that’s worth noting.

Fit and finish are decent for the price. On my set, the drivers were straight and seated properly in the handles. The tips aren’t mirror-polished boutique pieces, but they’re cleanly formed and haven’t cammed out on appropriately sized fasteners.

Magnetic tips: helpful, with caveats

The set is advertised with magnetic tips, and there is indeed magnetization present—light and useful for starting screws in cramped spots or retrieving tiny hardware. I’d call it a gentle assist, not a strong hold. In practice, it’s perfect for aligning a #0 Phillips screw into a plastic boss or lifting a small Torx fastener out of a recess. If you’re hoping to suspend heavier screws horizontally from the tip, you’ll want to add a stronger magnet or re-magnetize the drivers periodically.

A quick tip: stroking the tips with a rare-earth magnet in one direction “recharges” them in seconds.

The case: usable, not road-proof

The set ships in a slim, see-through plastic clamshell with individual slots. It keeps everything tidy in a drawer and makes it easy to confirm a tool isn’t missing at a glance. The latch is a simple snap tab that works best if you press the lower lip inward rather than pulling the tab outward. In a stationary shop drawer, the case is fine.

Toss it into a crowded tool bag and the story changes. The hinge and latch are on the flimsy side and can pop open if the case gets squeezed or twisted. I keep a small strap around mine when it travels, and later moved the tools into a soft roll with elastic loops. Consider the included case a starter solution, not a rugged organizer.

In use: where this set shines

• Automotive interior and under-hood: The hooks are great for releasing plastic retainer tabs without chewing them up, coaxing vacuum hoses off fittings, and pulling O-rings and seals without gouging the housing. The T15 and T20 drivers cover a lot of trim and underhood hardware on domestic and European vehicles.
• Electronics and appliances: The #0 Phillips and 1/8" slotted drivers handle small screws in consumer electronics, thermostats, and control panels. I’ve used the straight pick to route tiny wires into channels and the curved hook to extract debris from fan housings.
• Cleaning and prep: The straight pick and slotted driver double as scrapers in narrow channels. Cleaning gasket grooves, 3D printer nozzles and beds, and vacuum channels are all straightforward with the right hook profile.
• Hobby tasks: From picking out miniature model decals to removing O-rings in air tools, the varied hook shapes make precise work easier than trying to improvise with a utility knife.

The shaft lengths and diameters are tuned for access and finesse rather than brute force. Under heavy hand pressure, you’ll feel some flex. That’s normal for this class of tool and a good tactile signal to back off before something bends or snaps.

Durability and limitations

After several weeks of mixed use, the tips are still sharp, the shafts haven’t rusted, and the drivers fit fasteners predictably. The limitation is torque tolerance. If you routinely need to pry, lever, or break corrosion, this is not the kit. The handles don’t have through-blades or hex bolsters, and the shafts will yield if abused.

One minor nit: the smooth PVC is easy to clean but can feel slick with oil. Knurled or rubberized accents would help, but that would also bump the price and, for most light-duty work, isn’t a dealbreaker.

Practical tips to get the most from it

• Use the right hook profile: The 45-degree hook is my go-to for O-rings; the 90-degree hook excels at pulling springs and clips; the curved hook is great for fishing behind panels.
• Don’t pry sideways: If you feel the shaft flex, change your approach—use a second pick for opposing force or switch to a dedicated pry tool.
• Protect the tips: A quick pass on fine sandpaper cleans up any burrs after scraping and keeps the points crisp.
• Keep it organized: If the stock case travels, wrap a small Velcro strap around it or move the set into a zippered pouch with a bit of foam.

Value and positioning

The W941 set sits in the budget-friendly bracket but doesn’t feel disposable. You get four useful pick profiles and four commonly needed drivers with light magnetization, all in a compact footprint. For a professional who already owns premium picks and precision drivers, this makes an excellent secondary set for a cart, vehicle kit, or household drawer. For DIYers, it’s a smart first set that covers a broad range of tasks without spending heavily.

It doesn’t try to compete with pro truck-brand tools in sheer robustness or lifetime polish. It focuses on access, versatility, and price. Judged on that brief, it succeeds.

Who it’s for

• DIYers and home mechanics who need precise hooks and small drivers for occasional to regular use.
• Pros looking for a knockaround set to keep in the glovebox, around the house, or as a backup on a service cart.
• Hobbyists working on small assemblies, 3D printers, and RC gear where fine control matters more than torque.

If your work regularly involves seized fasteners, heavy prying, or constant exposure to oil and solvents, step up to a heavier-duty set with grippier handles and reinforced shafts.

Bottom line

The W941 set is a handy, budget-priced collection that covers the basics well: four genuinely useful pick profiles, four small drivers that see regular use, light magnetization to help in tight spots, and bright, comfortable handles. Its weaknesses—an easily bested case, smooth grips, and limited torque tolerance—are predictable at this price and manageable with mindful use.

Recommendation: I recommend this set for light to medium-duty work, particularly as a bench or drawer kit where organization and quick access matter. It’s not the choice for heavy prying or daily abuse, but as a versatile, affordable set you’ll reach for often, it justifies its spot and then some.