Great video, you're the first person I saw to talk about the magnetic bit holder. I have a cheap toolmaster brand non-ratcheting multi-bit screwdriver that I got from a grocery store of all places and it has the strongest magnet I have yet seen in a multi-bit driver. I've gotten so spoiled by it that every other multi-bit driver I've tried just hasn't lived up. With this dewalt driver it seems like there is a magnet in there, but it just isn't strong enough to hold a screw through the bit. What I've found helpful is that because the shank can be removed I could use a magnetic multi-bit adapter from my Milwaukee impact driver bit set which has a much better magnet. So far my bit holder has held up, although I find I need to remove the shank and use the end of it to really get the bits to slide into the retention clips.
I wish I had seen this before I purchased. I found your video in the hopes that someone could tell me how to make the bits stay, at least. Thank you for the review! It confirmed that I’m not the only one that dislikes this tool.
I have the same screwdriver, pretty similar assessment. Bits falling out the handle is a huge bummer, because the mechanism is quite stout and feels solid in the hand.
thank you my freind. had this same one for a couple years now. sits in the junk drawer in my kitchen. it’s the last one I go to for small jobs as most of the bits, as you mentioned, fall out upon opening. . very very poor design. not cheap either. huge pain in the neck getting the bits back in as you know.
Best way to get out the bits that get stuck? Cut or burn a hole in the bottom of the handle, that way you can re use the hole :) or prevent it totally by using an extender
This is the worst tool I've ever bought. Needed a long ratcheting screwdriver because I was changing every door knob in our house and needed the length to get around the knobs. I was able to do the job because I only needed one tip. Ratchet worked fine but changing the bits is a nightmare. I get mad every time I see it in my toolbox. I have seriously thought about throwing it away. Only reason I don't is it's a little bit longer than my SATA and Husky ratcheting screwdrivers. It's my last resort tool. Only gets used if nothing else will do. It should be a do everything tool. Edit- I put all the extra bits in a Altoid tin and keep it next to the driver. A disgraceful solution, but better than getting mad everytime I see it.
Great video, you're the first person I saw to talk about the magnetic bit holder. I have a cheap toolmaster brand non-ratcheting multi-bit screwdriver that I got from a grocery store of all places and it has the strongest magnet I have yet seen in a multi-bit driver. I've gotten so spoiled by it that every other multi-bit driver I've tried just hasn't lived up. With this dewalt driver it seems like there is a magnet in there, but it just isn't strong enough to hold a screw through the bit. What I've found helpful is that because the shank can be removed I could use a magnetic multi-bit adapter from my Milwaukee impact driver bit set which has a much better magnet. So far my bit holder has held up, although I find I need to remove the shank and use the end of it to really get the bits to slide into the retention clips.
Was gifted this screwdriver. I wouldn't wish such a bad gift on my worst enemies.
I wish I had seen this before I purchased. I found your video in the hopes that someone could tell me how to make the bits stay, at least. Thank you for the review! It confirmed that I’m not the only one that dislikes this tool.
Totally agree on all counts! Terrible purchase of my first Dewalt tool…
Thank you! You saved my money.
I agree with what you said, and I add the removable shaft does not have a lot of retention.
I have the same screwdriver, pretty similar assessment.
Bits falling out the handle is a huge bummer, because the mechanism is quite stout and feels solid in the hand.
Thanks I was just about to buy this.
thank you my freind. had this same one for a couple years now. sits in the junk drawer in my kitchen. it’s the last one I go to for small jobs as most of the bits, as you mentioned, fall out upon opening. . very very poor design. not cheap either. huge pain in the neck getting the bits back in as you know.
Best way to get out the bits that get stuck? Cut or burn a hole in the bottom of the handle, that way you can re use the hole :) or prevent it totally by using an extender
Weird, I have the same product but I have to fight it to get my bits out lol.
Maybe they've fixed it? I'd rather have them hard to get out than falling out.
Have it. Package and idea seemed nice. Execution is a complete fail. Does dewalt not try out their own products? Ugh.
This is the worst tool I've ever bought. Needed a long ratcheting screwdriver because I was changing every door knob in our house and needed the length to get around the knobs. I was able to do the job because I only needed one tip. Ratchet worked fine but changing the bits is a nightmare. I get mad every time I see it in my toolbox. I have seriously thought about throwing it away. Only reason I don't is it's a little bit longer than my SATA and Husky ratcheting screwdrivers. It's my last resort tool. Only gets used if nothing else will do. It should be a do everything tool. Edit- I put all the extra bits in a Altoid tin and keep it next to the driver. A disgraceful solution, but better than getting mad everytime I see it.
Bit design is horrible, but I keep it in my bag.....just in case. Lol.
I'm not buying this then...