Swiss Tech UKTBS Utili-Key 6-in-1 Polished Stainless Steel Key Ring Multi-Tool, Gift Box Reviews

• The best compact multi-tool on the market

  
  By A2GJWB7SJW17IY on 2007-05-12
  I owned a few multi-tools in my life. I had the compact Swiss army knife, Leatherman micra, and other Asian made models with similar functions. I have to say - THIS IS THE BEST COMPACT MULTI-TOOL on the market. Why? First of all, it is extremely small. Most other compact tools require you to attach them to your keychain, regardless of their design, they will always get in the way of your keys, your car remote .. etc. This thing IS A KEY on your keychain. It coexists with other keys, does not takes up space in your jeans. I work warehouse, and this tool is always a life saver. Opening boxes, cut tapes, bundles, industrial shrink wrap ... I mean I use almost everyday for 6 month, and it is still just as sharp. What else do you want from a $10 tool?
  
  If you want a minimalistic compact multi-tool, this is the one you want. Highly recommended!
  
  

• Excellent in a pinch

  
  By A107I9K95JWX6F on 2007-08-15
  If you're finding that your keyring is just a growing mass of metal, yet you want to carry a pocket knife, this is just the item for you. The Utili-key helps me to open packages and tighten odd screws here and there. It's true that you must be careful not to cut yourself when opening the tool, but once you get the hang of it, it's not an issue any more. My only problem is that it's SO small and unintrusive I sometimes forget I have it when I need a knife!
  
  

• Great for dad's

  
  By AM6HIKFHEP6O8 on 2008-04-17
  I got this product for my boyfriends father for christmas and he absolutely loved it! He has it on his keychain and everytime we need to open something or unscrew something he pulls it out. This is a man that has every tool imaginable. So if he likes it it must be good!
  
  

• 4 stars

  
  By A2L3EMCIFV7IFS on 2005-11-28
  very good product, its just a little clumsy to use the bottle opener, plus you have to be real careful not to cut yourself in the process. Its still a neat all in one gadget but i keep on getting an idea that maybe just maybe its dsign can be optimized evenn further
  
  

• Good in theory, bad in practice

  
  By AKVGBU93V66KC on 2007-05-30
  I am a big fan of the another Swiss Tech tool, the Micro-Plus 8-in-1. It is a great tool. Unbelievably usable for its size. So when I saw this tool, I immediately ordered it. Unfortunately, the Utili-key was a big disappointment.
  
  The tool is difficult to open, requiring substantial pressure on the 2 arms. This would not normally be an issue; however, one arm of the tool is a razor sharp knife. One slip would cause a nasty cut. After a couple of near misses, I threw the tool away. Having a tool that fits on a key chain would be great. Having one that requires you to risk bodily harm is not good.
  
  Buy a Micro-Plus 8-in-1 instead! It is a little bit bigger than the Utili-key, but it is much better.
  
  
• handy little tool
  By A3LVE6FDJFDQ5P on 2007-12-24
  Two knife blades, 3 screwdrivers, and a bottle opener all in the size of a large key. This is one handy little tool that gets more use than any of my Swiss Army knives.
  
  
• Deceptive Photo
  By A2S3DF5C6E7223 on 2008-01-04
  The photo makes it look like this has a small pliers at the top end. But this is just the locking mechanism (and very small screwdriver), and would not work for gripping or even tweezing.
  
  
• handy pocket tool
  By A3G0W7UQTB0QR3 on 2008-01-12
  I have carried one of these for years. I find it very useful and because it is on my keyring to be very convenient. I gave out a half dozen of these at Christmas time and every recipient marveled at their usefulness.
  
  
• Great tool for your keyring
  By A2V0CNBJ63G6TW on 2008-02-09
  This is a great thing to have on your keyring; it's profile is truly no bigger than most keys. I've had not trouble opening and closing it despite other reviewers. Makes a great gift for the person who has everything. Not sure however if this would get by airport security; I don't think it passes the TSA requirements--I mean it's very unlikely the screener would even notice it, but if they do, you're gonna have to just throw it away right there at the checkpoint, so leave it at home when you travel by air.
  
  
• Very Handy but Hard to Open
  By A8TDR5HXUNQTX on 2008-05-25
  I was first given one of these as a gift over 10 years ago. I lost it at one point, but bought a replacement a couple months later because I missed it so much. I have given multiple as gifts and everyone has enjoyed them, and still uses them. The only thing I do not like is that it is quite hard to open.
  
  Pros:
  - Lots of features in a very small package
  - It looks like a key so if you forget to take it off your key ring it probably won't get taken by security
  - The knife is surprisingly sharp
  - Small screwdrivers are great for quick glasses and electronics repairs
  - Physically disconnects from key-chain when open for easier use
  
  Cons:
  - Quite difficult to open
  - Can cut yourself easily during opening if not careful
  
  Overall: If you don't have a lot of grip strength, don't frustrate yourself by buying this, and don't expect it to fully replace your swiss army. That said, for small simple jobs like fixing glasses or opening boxes it is much less bulky to carry on your key-chain, and an excellent product for the price.
  
  

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