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Brand: Duluth Trading
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Bet 007's got one of these clipped to the keys of his Aston Martin. This unassuming high-grade stainless steel Utili-Key� is a feat of modern engineering. We're talking fix stuff, slice through stuff, help a cold one escape from the refrigerator� it's a micro toolbox in your own pocket! When you're done it locks securely. Mingles in with the other keys until you need it. Then it's ready in an instant. (Cheap lines from favorite spy film optional!)
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.1 stars
(based on 39 reviews)
92% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Durable(27), Good grip(4), Great traction(4), Lightweight(35), Powerful(4)
Cons:
Difficult to use(4), Poor grip(13)
Best Uses:
At home(21), Contract jobs(5), Gifts(7), In the yard(7), Minor projects(19)
Describe Yourself:
Avid do-it-yourselfer(11), Casual do-it-yourselfer(20), Professional(4)
Primary use:
Business(4), Personal(35)
 
Handy, But Not Without Its Faults
By ScooterVerified Reviewer from Delafield, WI USA, Earth, Milky Way on 3/9/2010
Pros:
Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Can Easily Cut Yourself, Difficult To Use, Poor Grip
Best Uses:
For Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Comes in handy when you need a knife or screwdriver in a pinch. However, tends to spread apart and unhook from your keychain. I've lost mine twice. Now I use a small o-ring to keep it together and attached to the ring. Can be hard to use the screwdriver and avoid cutting yourself with the very sharp knife blade. So far, no blood shed here. Can also be a little large for a pocket keychain. But...when you need it, you need it.

 
All the tool none of the bulk
By NaVerified Purchaser from Cleveland,ohio on 2/14/2010
Pros:
Durable, Good Grip, Lightweight, Powerful, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home, In The Yard, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Better than a Swiss Army Knife

 
Handy
By N/AVerified Purchaser from N/A on 2/5/2010
Pros:
Durable, Good Grip, Lightweight, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home, Contract Jobs, Gifts, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Beginner
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Great item to keep on your key chain just remember to remove it or lose it at the airport.

 
What a great gift!
By Granny TomVerified Purchaser from Prineville, OR on 1/31/2010
Pros:
Durable, Versatile
Best Uses:
Gifts
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I gave these as gifts. My son was very impressed by the versatility and the convenient size on his key ring.

 
I'm not disappointed.
By DanVerified Purchaser from Madison WI on 1/29/2010
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

A little difficult to open at first, until I found the best way for me (hold so serrated teeth show, grip blade with left thumb and forefinger, apply pressure with other hand at tip of philips screwdriver tip. And hang on to your keys while you open it or they fall and you feel silly. Which never happened to me.) And I think opening and closing it a few times took some of the stiffness out of it.

It's not the most comfortable thing to hold and it's a little inconvenient to pull out my keys, take off the knife, use it, and then put it back on the key chain. But it works and it's always there and it does feel sturdier than I thought it would.

 
Utili Key for young hands
By RussVerified Purchaser from Elkins, WV on 1/22/2010
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Difficult To Use, Poor Grip
Best Uses:
Gifts, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

The Utilikey is rather difficult to open and the knife feels unsafe due to the lack of a secure grip when using. Great for opening boxes and envelopes but not really a multi-tool. My grandfather had a very hard time opening it.

 
Slick little gadget
By BrianVerified Purchaser from Kent, OH on 1/8/2010
Pros:
Durable, Good Grip, Lightweight, Versatile
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

No key ring should be without one. This little tool comes in handy quite often.

 
well liked gadget
By BGVerified Purchaser from Mayville, WI on 1/8/2010
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight
Cons:
Watch out for the sharp e
Best Uses:
Gifts
Describe Yourself:
Beginner
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

This is a great guy gadget gift! (good illiteration too)

 
Handy Little Tool
By Jim BVerified Purchaser from Southern Indiana on 1/8/2010
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Grip
Best Uses:
Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Very well built, high quality tool. A little tricky to open, but that assures there is no way it will disconnect from your key ring. A lightweight handy tool that you will always have with you.

 
great stocking stuffer!
By bwVerified Purchaser from Ma on 1/8/2010
Pros:
Durable, Good Grip, Lightweight, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home, Gifts, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I put these in my son and son in laws christmas stocking. They both used them all weekend long for various things...opening packages,light electrical jobs, opening battery compartments and lots of other little tasks...THEY LOVED IT

 
Handy until it breaks...
By Christian from Guilford, CT on 1/6/2010
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Flimsy
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I loved having this thing on my keychain... that is, until it snapped off. If you're planning on rattling around your keys, this might not be for you... might want to consider a traditional (more durable) multitool like a leatherman.

 
Surprizingly strong and quality made
By Handyman NickVerified Purchaser from Meridian, Idaho on 12/27/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Grip
Best Uses:
At Home, Gifts, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Great stocking stuffer and very useful with small jobs that pop up. Quality seems very durable.

 
Useful for very light tasks
By PakataVerified Reviewer from Evansville, IN on 12/26/2009
Pros:
Easy to keep at hand, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Grip
Best Uses:
At Home
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Placement of blade makes leveraged gripping difficult. Serated blade is useless. Great for cutting packing tape and bands and simple screws. Very handy on ligt jobs around the home and office.

 
Utili Key
By bruceVerified Purchaser from ct on 12/15/2009
Pros:
Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Grip
Best Uses:
At Home
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Good overall tool to carry around. Sharp point at tip can cause a rip on your pocket

 
Its a neat little tool
By Dean J@Verified Purchaser from Pine Ridge, SD on 12/9/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Grip
Best Uses:
Gifts, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I use it as a letter opener, leather punch,eye glasses, and I like the way it hides on my key chain.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Nice little gadget
By MisocksgalVerified Purchaser from NH on 11/2/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Grip
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I really like the size and convenience. It's no more than another key on my key ring. It is necessary to be careful, as the cutting edge of the knife is easy to grasp when you're using it. Not for the forgetful or injury prone user.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Always there
By BillVerified Purchaser from Tucson, AZ on 10/27/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Grip
Best Uses:
At Home
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

The screwdrivers and the blade are great. It's attachment point for your key ring is very well done. It cannot fall off.

It is no substitute for full fledged tools but when there's none available this tool can save the day. I noted that the "grip" was poor. This is due simply to the size and lack of a true handle. But these things are also the product's strength as it is very small and unobtrusive.

The only problem you may have is remembering it's there. The one I just bought here was to replace one I bought many years ago and finally lost.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Hard to Open
By BillVerified Purchaser from Michigan on 10/12/2009
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Difficult To Use
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I like to carry a small knife with me, but can't take it on flights. I thought this might be a good substitute. It is better than nothing, but not what I had hoped. It is very hard to open and many of the tools are awkward to use. I had trouble opening a cardboard box with the knife.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Size doesn't matter
By Choo Choo CharlieVerified Purchaser from Hellertown, PA on 10/10/2009
Pros:
Lightweight, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

used to open bottles, cut open a box and take apart a radio. very versatile.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Utili-key
By TimVerified Purchaser from Santa Rosa, CA on 10/1/2009
Pros:
Durable, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home, Contract Jobs, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I've owned many multipurpose pocket tools, but this is by far my favorite. Being that it is carried on your key ring, you are almost guaranteed to have it with you when you need it.

 
Handy little thing
By E'ville JVerified Purchaser from Emeryville, CA on 8/31/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Powerful, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I often find I need a small knife or screwdriver. This tool is great for eyeglasses or similar small tasks.

 
Utili-Key review
By SophiaVerified Purchaser from North Tonawanda, NY on 8/17/2009
Pros:
Durable, Good Grip, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Key chain link
Best Uses:
At Home, At Work, Minor Projects, On the road
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Product very versatile. Only 'complaint' is when I open it, it falls right off the key chain, an unnecessary feature if it's a quick 1-2 job.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Carry this ANYWHERE
By TomVerified Purchaser from Minnesota on 5/29/2009
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Carrying a small blade when I travel was not possible until I found this "Key". TSA doesn't seem to mind letting this little "Key" through security. And even when they do find it, at under [$]it's not a hardship if they ever take it away! A great travel tool. Thanks

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
This should be a James Bond tool.
By JVerified Purchaser from Anchorage, Alaska on 5/23/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Grip
Best Uses:
At Home, Minor Projects, Out-and-About
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I'm always looking for (small and) multi-functional tools and objects, and this is one of them. I carry mine on my key chain. (Beware: it falls off the key chain when you open it...but that's part of its charm.)

For some strange reason, as a life-long Alaskan, it is necessary that I have some sort of cutting implement handy at all times. This one fits the bill. (Don't tell anyone, but I've even forgotten about it going through airport security - oops.)

Thank you, Duluth Trading Co., for carrying this product.

 
Fun little pocket gadget!
By MadScientistVerified Purchaser from Baltimore, MD on 5/21/2009
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Lacks Power
Best Uses:
Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

This fun little gadget slips on my keyring and is there when I need it. Much smaller than a multi-tool, and lighter too! I bought a bunch for Father's Day gifts for Dad, my brother, my brother-in-law....

 
Almost perfect
By Big RVerified Purchaser from New Windsor, MD on 5/12/2009
Pros:
Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Pretty handy. It will fit both standard and phillips eyeglass screws, which can make you quite popular. I'd get rid of the "saw" blade, however, and just extend the knife blade. I do worry I'll forget I have it at the airport and have it confiscated (if they can even spot it in the midst of my keys!)

 
very handy
By SeanVerified Purchaser from Milford, MA on 5/7/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home, In The Yard, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

just plain handy to have around, I use it several times every day aroud the house or office

 
Fun little gadget
By Untiny TimVerified Purchaser from Northeast Georgia on 5/6/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I've had a Utili-key for several years and while it is not by any stretch a replacement for actual tools, it is a small, handy occasional lifesaver. I purchased one for my father because he (for some strange reason) has no end of trouble with his eye glasses falling apart on him. This sucker is perfect for that sort of job. Beyond that, I've probably used the bottle opener the most and the knife a close second. Again, it's no substitute for actual tools, but sometimes it's all you have and it can be extremely handy.

 
Tiny with many useful tools.
By bibliophile86Verified Reviewer from Provo, UT on 5/6/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home, In The Yard, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Has some of the most commonly needed tools in a compact size. I've been able to use it for small, odd jobs and avoid a trip to get the needed tool.

 
Always with you
By Richard the roustaboutVerified Purchaser from New York, City and Upstate on 5/6/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Grip
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Always available if you've got your keys, will do in a pinch but no substitute for a real tool. It can do the job in an emergency, most light household tasks. It looks like a key. Security has had no problem with it.

 
Shouldn't be without one
By MasterVerified Purchaser from Plymouth, Ma on 4/26/2009
Pros:
Lightweight, Usefull pack easy hang, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home, In The Yard, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Never far away. Hanging with my keys

 
Well made
By baf75Verified Purchaser from Garden City, MI on 4/23/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Grip
Best Uses:
At Home, In The Yard
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

This is a handy little tool to keep on your keyring. The functions are easy to use and has helped me out of a jam a few times.

 
Nice tool till you lose it.
By Mac the tool loser.Verified Purchaser from Montana on 4/23/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Had the tool for two days until it fell off my key chain. It worked nicely till then.

 
Great mini tool
By SamVerified Purchaser from Florida on 4/23/2009
Pros:
Lightweight, Versatile
Best Uses:
Anywhere, At Home, Contract Jobs
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I carry this around with my fire hose hold everything to keep on hand. It has often helped out with little tasks were I did not have access to my regular tools to get the job done, and more than once this tool saved me some long trips.

 
Utili-Key Don't leave home without it!
By Lynne the MomVerified Purchaser from Linden, NJ on 4/23/2009
Pros:
Durable, Good Grip, Lightweight, Powerful, Versatile
Cons:
Bottleopenerworkspoorly
Best Uses:
At Home, Contract Jobs, In The Yard, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

This product was given as a Christmas present to my two sons who are in their 20's. There have been many times since then the Utili-Key has been brought up in the most positive light. Handy in so many little ways. Only negative comment was the bottle opener did not work that great.
It has been used for so many little jobs both at home and at work. "It's cool" Scored big time with the presents! Thanks Duluth Trading for the handiest of gadgets!

 
Very well made and useful
By Matt the Travel GuyVerified Purchaser from Boston, MA on 4/5/2009
Pros:
Durable, Good Grip, Lightweight, Versatile
Best Uses:
Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

This is a useful tool to carry around in your pocket in case of a sudden unexpected need.

 
Dissapointed in a small package
By WaukchuckVerified Purchaser from Waukesha, WI on 4/2/2009
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Difficult To Use, Easy to cut yourself, Poor Grip
Best Uses:
Top dresser drawer
Describe Yourself:
Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

Very difficult and somewhat dangerous to open. I managed to cut myself on the small sharp blade and will use another tool to help open if and when I ever use it again.

 
Best multiuse tool ever
By Pat the Frequent FlyerVerified Reviewer from Southeastern MA on 3/28/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Best Uses:
Travel
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I had one of these for years on my key ring and it got me out of many a jam. I travelled extensively by air on business and it was the only tool that would always make it to the other end of the flight with me. A few years ago, I lost my keys, along with the tool. I have been looking since then for a replacement and now have finally found it!

 
Stealth Help Tool
By jimmerVerified Reviewer from New Glarus, WI on 3/11/2009
Pros:
Durable, Good Grip, Lightweight, Powerful, Versatile
Best Uses:
At Home, Contract Jobs, In The Yard, Minor Projects
Describe Yourself:
Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Duluth Trading Utili-Key:

I hate being without a pocket knife. This let's me keep one with me at all times and I have used it to repair eyeglasses, computers, guns and more. I've even opened a beer with is at the end of a long day. So far it's even stayed with me on several airplanes but I can't guarantee you the same luck.

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