Click type wrenches are nice and convenient to use, but require special care
like setting them to 0 when not in use and it is a good thing to have them
calibrated periodically, especially if dropped. The ratchet mechanism is
very nice to have as well. As mentioned before, never use them to loosen
bolts or tighten bolts beyond the click setting.
Beam type wrenches aren't nearly as sophisticated looking, but they are spot
on every time forever. they are also considerably less expensive too.
The best thing to do is to have one of each type. Use the clicker for the
not-as-critical stuff and the beam wrench when more serious accuracy is
needed.
Brian
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