Flathead (Slotted) Screwdrivers
The original screw design dating back centuries. Simple single slot design still common in vintage Japanese equipment, basic applications, and traditional craftsmanship.
Flathead Characteristics
Simple Design
Single straight slot is easy to manufacture and understand, making it the original screw design.
Historical Legacy
Used for centuries in traditional Japanese woodworking and vintage equipment restoration.
Easy Field Repair
Can be turned with coins, knives, or improvised tools in emergency situations.
Where You'll Find Flathead Screws
Vintage Japanese Equipment
Items: Old cameras, radios, mechanical devices from pre-1960s
Restoration: Essential for maintaining historical authenticity
Electrical Applications
Uses: Switch plates, outlet covers, electrical boxes
Advantage: Easy to turn with electrical tester probes
Traditional Woodworking
Craft: Japanese joinery, furniture restoration, antique repair
Aesthetic: Maintains traditional appearance
Basic Applications
Uses: Simple assemblies, temporary fasteners, adjustments
Benefit: No special tools required