DeWalt DWHT71843 16-in-1 Multi Tool

I have been using the multi tool for a couple of weeks to see how it stacks up against Gerber and Leatherman. Got to say it's good for a multitool just a little bulky. Also shiny but still waiting for that to chip off because it looks so shinny--but it hasn't yet. Additionally the blade comes out fine with little resistance. The bulkyness is not my favorite and I have small hands (female, active duty Army); however, I like that the length is smaller than the Leatherman/Gerber. So if you are looking for reach, this isn't for you. The screw driver is also a little thin but it still works, almost acts like its stripping the screws out but it's really not grabbing them as well as the more defined alternates. I like that its yellow so it sticks out so I can find it in ... MoreI have been using the multi tool for a couple of weeks to see how it stacks up against Gerber and Leatherman. Got to say it's good for a multitool just a little bulky. Also shiny but still waiting for that to chip off because it looks so shinny--but it hasn't yet. Additionally the blade comes out fine with little resistance. The bulkyness is not my favorite and I have small hands (female, active duty Army); however, I like that the length is smaller than the Leatherman/Gerber. So if you are looking for reach, this isn't for you. The screw driver is also a little thin but it still works, almost acts like its stripping the screws out but it's really not grabbing them as well as the more defined alternates. I like that its yellow so it sticks out so I can find it in the grass, on a table, or on a vehicle. Finding a holster for this thing has been difficult, it is not fitting the basic 9MM holster but fits snug in normal leatherman pouch--I don't like the snug fit but custom kydex holster won't be difficult to make. Overall, it's a decent in lieu of Gerber and leatherman multi tool, bulky and shorter but still gets all the jobs done. Smooth open and close. I do like the tools are on the outside rather than inside as well, unsure why they did this but kind of cool because it'sa little different. It makes it easier to use the tools instead of having to unfold the pliers.

For the price, this tool stands out from the rest in its class! I use it consistently on a daily basis, and have done so for two years now. As a long time Leatherman user, I was forced to make an inexpensive purchase, because I lost my Wingman...no major complaints at all about this DeWalt. I've made medium-heavy duty repairs with the pliers involving nut's and bolts, used the scissors for all sorts of purposes without fail, and cranked down on countless screws with the drivers. The blade has a nice edge, too. Like any blade, just maintain it properly. As a major bonus that I quickly learned is that it's got agronomical curvature like no other multi tool. When using the pliers it fits just right into the palm of my hand, without uncomfortable edges pressing into my ... MoreFor the price, this tool stands out from the rest in its class! I use it consistently on a daily basis, and have done so for two years now. As a long time Leatherman user, I was forced to make an inexpensive purchase, because I lost my Wingman...no major complaints at all about this DeWalt. I've made medium-heavy duty repairs with the pliers involving nut's and bolts, used the scissors for all sorts of purposes without fail, and cranked down on countless screws with the drivers. The blade has a nice edge, too. Like any blade, just maintain it properly. As a major bonus that I quickly learned is that it's got agronomical curvature like no other multi tool. When using the pliers it fits just right into the palm of my hand, without uncomfortable edges pressing into my hand. I can apply much more force without any discomfort. One feature it is lacking, is a pocket clip, but I found a perfect remedy for that...a holster. Yes, contrary to the reviews before mine, there is a holster out there that fits, and it has additional features that highly suit my needs.

It’s your average multi tool. Nothing that special about it. The price makes it somewhat desirable but I have one big problem with it. That’s the color. I wish they made it in other color options.