I found this strange looking bit in a bit set of uncommon bits, including Security Torx, hexalobular, tri-wing, spanner head, 12-point flange, Torq-set and others. It's the only one that I could not identify, what is it for?
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My first thought is that it might be intended to be a wing nut driver of some sort, but those are usually hollow cylinders with slots for the wings.
Ah ... sure enough, it's described as such in this Ebay ad:
answered Mar 19, 2016 at 12:13
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$\begingroup$ ...in case using hands to fasten/unscrew the wing nut provides too much torque, you can use the screwdriver handle to reduce the torque applied? ;-) $\endgroup$– SF.Apr 26, 2016 at 9:47
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It can also be used for fastening the 'eye' of hook and eye fasteners into wooden frames.
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$\begingroup$ That's what I thought too when I first saw it. Could be because my fingers are currently sore from installing such a hook by hand. $\endgroup$– CarltonMar 20, 2016 at 5:52
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There is one sold on Amazon.com, an "Eazypower 80935 1/4 inch Y-Shape Cup Hook Installer and Remover". https://www.amazon.com/Eazypower-80935-4inch-Installer-Remover/dp/B000PSABL0
I usually use a pair of pliers to screw hooks in or out. Quite honestly, I like the wing nut driver idea better.
