> -----Original Message-----
> From: IBM Mainframe Discussion List On Behalf Of Dave Salt
>
> > Most hardware and home center stores don't even know what a
> > Robertson-drive screw IS. And of the few that know, you'll only find
> > wood screws. No machine screws. :-(
>
> Flat head screws are garbage, and Phillips ('X' head) screws are only
a small step up from garbage. If
> I buy a product that comes with flat head or Phillips screws I usually
throw them away. I was
> astonished when I learned Phillips screws are widely used in America.
>
> A tip to all Americans: Next time you go to Canada, be sure to buy
Robertson screwdrivers and screws.
> :-)
Phillips are fine for low-torque applications like electrical device
mounting. For higher-torque applications we already have Allen and
TORX, among others. What's "magic" about a square hole?
-jc-
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