--- product_id: 19593617 title: "108 Mini Finger Ratchet , Blue" brand: "cal-van tools" price: "4091 kr" currency: ISK in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 category: "Cal Van Tools" url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/19593617-108-mini-finger-ratchet-blue store_origin: IS region: Iceland --- # ¼” reversible drive compact 1.5-inch size finger-style ratchet grip 108 Mini Finger Ratchet , Blue **Brand:** cal-van tools **Price:** 4091 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔧 Small tool, big impact — master tight spots like a pro! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 108 Mini Finger Ratchet , Blue by cal-van tools - **How much does it cost?** 4091 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/19593617-108-mini-finger-ratchet-blue) ## Best For - cal-van tools enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cal-van tools brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Powerhouse:** Miniature 1.5-inch design fits where standard tools can’t, perfect for intricate jobs - • **Grip That Won't Quit:** Aluminum knurled outer ring ensures a secure hold even in slippery conditions - • **Lightweight & Durable:** Only 3 ounces of anodized aluminum strength, built to last and easy to carry - • **Precision in the Palm:** Ergonomic finger-style ratchet for ultimate control in tight spaces - • **Dual-Drive Versatility:** Switch effortlessly between ¼” drive and ¼” hex drive for diverse tasks ## Overview The Cal-Van Tools 108 Mini Finger Ratchet is a compact, lightweight ratchet designed for precision work in confined spaces. Featuring a reversible ¼” drive on one side and a ¼” hex drive on the other, it offers versatile functionality. Its aluminum knurled outer ring provides a secure grip, while the finger-style ratchet design enhances control. At just 1.5 inches and 3 ounces, this tool is engineered for durability and ease of use, making it an essential addition to any professional or DIY toolkit. ## Description Cal-Van Tools Mini Finger Ratchet features a new finger style ratchet. It has a small size that is great for tight areas. It has an aluminum knurled outer ring for sure grip. It has a reversible ratchet that measures 1/4 inch. It helps you to drive on one side. It has a 1/4 inch hex drive on other. It is available in silver or red anodized aluminum. Review: Absolutely surpassed my expectations. A very well made precision tool. - What an amazing little tool. It feels high-quality and it performs very well. I’ve already used it several times to get in the hard-to-reach spaces where I could never get a driver. I’ve been using a hex bit inside of a quarter inch crescent wrench. Or grabbing a hex bit with a pair of needle nose pliers. This is a far better solution. On the one hand it has a good versatility having a socket on the other end. But that also adds to the length. I would like an option to only have a hex bit or to take the socket side off. This could be simply a flat disc with the hex shaped hole in the middle so you would actually be adding no length whatsoever to your bit. I wonder if somebody makes one of these. But I’m not going to takeoff stars because it’s essentially a different tool than one that I would like. For what this is, says it performs well and has excellent fit and finish. I’m particularly impressed with its ratcheting and the number of teeth. This is a precision made a little machine. You can even add a long socket to the end to act as a handle for those situations where you would like it to be a little longer. Review: Small, Compact, Versatile, Dual Drive, 1/4 square drive 72 tooth finger ratchet with 1/4 Hex bit driver. - The key features to look for in any device like this are: Ratchet or non-ratchet selection, number of teeth in ratchet, Force required to operate ratchet, Diameter of finger driver, Overall Length, contour of finger wheel, texture of finger wheel, pliability of finger wheel, whether a dual driver is needed, quick release function, and resistance to automotive contaminants. The weight to be applied to these factors depends on the individual and the use intended. For this device the major factors are: fine tooth; small; round, checkered, blue anodized aluminum finger wheel; dual driver 1/4-inch square (M) and 1/4-inch Hex (F) so no bit adaptor is needed. The dual drive also enables a ratchet off feature by the addition of a spinner. Max Diameter is 1.110 inches. Overall length is 1.399 inches. The width of the finger wheel is 0.433 inches. This is the smallest diameter device of this type. It is close to the shortest device of this type, the Iron Bridge being shorter. The ratchet mechanism is the same as in the AmPro T19087. In most cases, with small fasteners with little resistance, the Cal-Van will behave like it has a center off function until the resistance of the fastener becomes fairly strong. Beyond the point at which the resistance from the fastener becomes fairly strong, since the Cal-Van 108 is a dual drive, a ratchet off feature can be incorporated by installing a spinner on the side not in use at the time. For instance, if you are using the 1/4 hex drive, a spinner may be installed on the 1/4 square drive side. For starting fasteners where a rocking back and forth is needed, the ratchet is stiff enough that you probably will not need a spinner. Purchase of the Cal-Van 108 assumes that you already own or have access to sockets, adapters, extensions, screwdriver bits and “spinners”. The Cal-Van 108 is light in weight and great for general household use, electronics, hobbies and fine repair. Constant use of the checkered finger wheel is likely to be hard on your finger-tips if you apply much pressure and torque. If you are working on cars with large sockets you should probably investigate something else. The Wilmar and SK products are a good bet. The Cal-Van 108 has black oxide coating on the drive parts. The finger wheel has a blue checkered aluminum outer ring. Other than aluminum, the manufacturer does not indicate what materials are used or where the device was made. The finger ratchet has 72 teeth or 5-degree rotational increments and operates smoothly with moderate force. The ratchet action is fairly stiff (subjectively, due to the small torque radius) and therefore the use of this device with a “spinner” such as the Cal-Van 104-3 will be needed to hold the drive stationary while ratcheting (if that is desired). The hex bit portion accepts 1/4 screwdriver bits and retains the bit through the use of a retaining magnet. The 1/4-inch square drive portion has the typical ratchet drive spring loaded ball to retain the socket under use. There is no quick release feature. A plastic ring with 9 radial tabs at the base of the 1/4 inch square drive controls the direction of ratchet action by rotation. There is no non-ratchet setting on this device (no center off). The ratchet mechanism appears the same as the one in the AmPro T19087. You will need an adaptor (such as the Cal-Van Master finger driver set Part number 100 and a Napa 7755957 3/8 square drive to 5/16 screwdriver bit holder) to use 5/16 screwdriver bits with the AmPro T19087. With my right hand and with some discomfort I can apply 10 inch-pounds of force with this device using a KD tools 2955 torque wrench with a 1/4 inch drive as a measuring tool. This low torque is due to the small diameter of the device. As a comparison, I can apply about 20 inch pounds with the Pittsburgh 67973, and 45 inch pounds of force with the Wilmar WQ1716 3/8 inch square drive finger ratchet. If your application requires pushing on the Cal-Van 108 such as installing wood screws, you probably want to select a device that has no drive on the palm side such as the Wilmar products. I cannot comment on the ability of the plastic parts on this device to withstand oil, grease, gasoline, brake fluid etc. If you have a hostile environment you may want to consider an all metal construction such as the Pittsburgh 67973, which is also larger. AmPro, Garret Wade, Palm Ratchet, Pittsburgh, Iron Bridge, and OEM Tools also make a 1/4 drive with 1/4 hex screwdriver bit driver. For automotive use I would consider the Wilmar W1716 set which has a bigger cushioned grip area and are generally heavier. Or consider the Pittsburgh 67973 if you are working in oil, grease, gasoline, or brake fluid. I suggest that you combine this device with the Cal-Van Master finger driver set Part number 100, and the Tekton 2841 bit set for maximum versatility. For those who do not need all of the bits in the Tekton set, consider the Craftsman 92536 which has 12 Phillips and slotted S2 bits. The first Cal-Van 108 that I received had a defect in the 1/4 square drive (M) end [improperly installed ball and spring] which was quickly replaced [By desertcart, at no cost to me] with one that functioned properly. ## Features - New finger Style Ratchet - Small size great for tight areas - Aluminum Knurled outer ring for sure grip - Reversible Ratchet - ¼” Drive on one side, ¼” Hex Drive on other ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0066PHP42 | | Best Sellers Rank | #178,265 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #21 in Mechanical Ratchets & Pawls | | Brand | Cal-Van Tools | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (513) | | Date First Available | November 12, 2011 | | Item Weight | 3 ounces | | Item model number | 108 | | Lift Type | Mechanical | | Manufacturer | Cal-Van Tools | | Manufacturer Part Number | 108 | | Model | 108 | | Product Dimensions | 1 x 1 x 1.5 inches | ## Images ![108 Mini Finger Ratchet , Blue - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61CWbDffd6L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is this? i was looking for a ratcheting nut driver when i found it. what's it used for? the ad doesn't help.** A: It's a very small ratcheting nut driver ideal for working in tight spaces where a normal sized tool won't fit. The blue knurled disc in the center is the 'handle' and its circumference is similar to that of a large coin. **Q: How do you reverse the ratchet direction on this???** A: Requires two hands. Gripping outer knurled ring with one hand (thumb and first two fingers) to retain the ratchet, twist the black plastic ring on the square drive end with the other hand (thumb and first two fingers) in counterclockwise or clockwise direction approximately 90 degrees. Note the black plastic gripping area has arrows indicating clockwise and counterclockwise movement. **Q: Could you put this on the end of a screwdriver to make it a ratcheting screwdriver?** A: Yes ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely surpassed my expectations. A very well made precision tool. *by W***E on July 26, 2020* What an amazing little tool. It feels high-quality and it performs very well. I’ve already used it several times to get in the hard-to-reach spaces where I could never get a driver. I’ve been using a hex bit inside of a quarter inch crescent wrench. Or grabbing a hex bit with a pair of needle nose pliers. This is a far better solution. On the one hand it has a good versatility having a socket on the other end. But that also adds to the length. I would like an option to only have a hex bit or to take the socket side off. This could be simply a flat disc with the hex shaped hole in the middle so you would actually be adding no length whatsoever to your bit. I wonder if somebody makes one of these. But I’m not going to takeoff stars because it’s essentially a different tool than one that I would like. For what this is, says it performs well and has excellent fit and finish. I’m particularly impressed with its ratcheting and the number of teeth. This is a precision made a little machine. You can even add a long socket to the end to act as a handle for those situations where you would like it to be a little longer. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Small, Compact, Versatile, Dual Drive, 1/4 square drive 72 tooth finger ratchet with 1/4 Hex bit driver. *by R***Y on August 3, 2014* The key features to look for in any device like this are: Ratchet or non-ratchet selection, number of teeth in ratchet, Force required to operate ratchet, Diameter of finger driver, Overall Length, contour of finger wheel, texture of finger wheel, pliability of finger wheel, whether a dual driver is needed, quick release function, and resistance to automotive contaminants. The weight to be applied to these factors depends on the individual and the use intended. For this device the major factors are: fine tooth; small; round, checkered, blue anodized aluminum finger wheel; dual driver 1/4-inch square (M) and 1/4-inch Hex (F) so no bit adaptor is needed. The dual drive also enables a ratchet off feature by the addition of a spinner. Max Diameter is 1.110 inches. Overall length is 1.399 inches. The width of the finger wheel is 0.433 inches. This is the smallest diameter device of this type. It is close to the shortest device of this type, the Iron Bridge being shorter. The ratchet mechanism is the same as in the AmPro T19087. In most cases, with small fasteners with little resistance, the Cal-Van will behave like it has a center off function until the resistance of the fastener becomes fairly strong. Beyond the point at which the resistance from the fastener becomes fairly strong, since the Cal-Van 108 is a dual drive, a ratchet off feature can be incorporated by installing a spinner on the side not in use at the time. For instance, if you are using the 1/4 hex drive, a spinner may be installed on the 1/4 square drive side. For starting fasteners where a rocking back and forth is needed, the ratchet is stiff enough that you probably will not need a spinner. Purchase of the Cal-Van 108 assumes that you already own or have access to sockets, adapters, extensions, screwdriver bits and “spinners”. The Cal-Van 108 is light in weight and great for general household use, electronics, hobbies and fine repair. Constant use of the checkered finger wheel is likely to be hard on your finger-tips if you apply much pressure and torque. If you are working on cars with large sockets you should probably investigate something else. The Wilmar and SK products are a good bet. The Cal-Van 108 has black oxide coating on the drive parts. The finger wheel has a blue checkered aluminum outer ring. Other than aluminum, the manufacturer does not indicate what materials are used or where the device was made. The finger ratchet has 72 teeth or 5-degree rotational increments and operates smoothly with moderate force. The ratchet action is fairly stiff (subjectively, due to the small torque radius) and therefore the use of this device with a “spinner” such as the Cal-Van 104-3 will be needed to hold the drive stationary while ratcheting (if that is desired). The hex bit portion accepts 1/4 screwdriver bits and retains the bit through the use of a retaining magnet. The 1/4-inch square drive portion has the typical ratchet drive spring loaded ball to retain the socket under use. There is no quick release feature. A plastic ring with 9 radial tabs at the base of the 1/4 inch square drive controls the direction of ratchet action by rotation. There is no non-ratchet setting on this device (no center off). The ratchet mechanism appears the same as the one in the AmPro T19087. You will need an adaptor (such as the Cal-Van Master finger driver set Part number 100 and a Napa 7755957 3/8 square drive to 5/16 screwdriver bit holder) to use 5/16 screwdriver bits with the AmPro T19087. With my right hand and with some discomfort I can apply 10 inch-pounds of force with this device using a KD tools 2955 torque wrench with a 1/4 inch drive as a measuring tool. This low torque is due to the small diameter of the device. As a comparison, I can apply about 20 inch pounds with the Pittsburgh 67973, and 45 inch pounds of force with the Wilmar WQ1716 3/8 inch square drive finger ratchet. If your application requires pushing on the Cal-Van 108 such as installing wood screws, you probably want to select a device that has no drive on the palm side such as the Wilmar products. I cannot comment on the ability of the plastic parts on this device to withstand oil, grease, gasoline, brake fluid etc. If you have a hostile environment you may want to consider an all metal construction such as the Pittsburgh 67973, which is also larger. AmPro, Garret Wade, Palm Ratchet, Pittsburgh, Iron Bridge, and OEM Tools also make a 1/4 drive with 1/4 hex screwdriver bit driver. For automotive use I would consider the Wilmar W1716 set which has a bigger cushioned grip area and are generally heavier. Or consider the Pittsburgh 67973 if you are working in oil, grease, gasoline, or brake fluid. I suggest that you combine this device with the Cal-Van Master finger driver set Part number 100, and the Tekton 2841 bit set for maximum versatility. For those who do not need all of the bits in the Tekton set, consider the Craftsman 92536 which has 12 Phillips and slotted S2 bits. The first Cal-Van 108 that I received had a defect in the 1/4 square drive (M) end [improperly installed ball and spring] which was quickly replaced [By Amazon, at no cost to me] with one that functioned properly. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's tricky *by M***6 on November 6, 2023* It's tricky at first. Trying to figure out how to change directions without instructions. When I first got it to change I couldn't figure out how I did it. Then when I got it to change again I couldn't remember how I did it. But it's a really cool tool. I wóuldnt use it to break anything loose or to tighten something real good because it feels like it would snap something inside. But all in all for the money, it was a good buy. ## Frequently Bought Together - Cal-Van Tools 108 Mini Finger Ratchet , Blue - GEARWRENCH 1/4 Inch Drive Gimbal Ratchet, 72 Tooth - 81027 - Titan 11218 Finger Grip Drivers (3 Piece) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.is/products/19593617-108-mini-finger-ratchet-blue](https://www.desertcart.is/products/19593617-108-mini-finger-ratchet-blue) --- *Product available on Desertcart Iceland* *Store origin: IS* *Last updated: 2026-04-27*