• With the utili-key, you can open bottles, packages, letters, and most screws

• Polished finish makes a great gift

• comes with precision crafted, Flat Screwdriver, Phillips Screwdriver, and Micro-Sized Screwdriver

• Solid stainless steel bottle opener, Straight Blade Knife, Serrated Blade Knife

• Tool size: 2-3/4 x 3/4 x 1/8 Product Weight: 0.5 oz.

It's the size of a large car key. When it is locked on the keyring, it isn't going anywhere unless and until I am ready to use it. The screwdriver heads are fully functional and sturdy, although there is a risk of getting cut on the knife blade if it is handled carelessly (not like I'd do that, but this isn't a kid's toy). The blade is sharp and stays that way very well.

If you like being prepared for anything that might happen, this is a must-have tool for you. Check out the rest of Swiss-Tech's product line as well.

One warning: Do _not_ carry a Utili-Key in anything carried on a plane. Scanners do know what they are and how to find them. Stow it instead because it will be confiscated otherwise. I hate taking it off my keychain when I travel, but it must be done.

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High quality unobtrusive utility gadget  Feb 27, 2006 By D. Smith
When I first noticed the Utili-Key at my retailer, I thought the $10 price was a little high for something so small and simple, but the stainless steel finish seemed well done, and it looked like a high-quality tool so I bought it anyway. I have since found out that the tool also comes in a gold color (titanium nitride) at some retailers.

Now that I've had it for a while, it seems well worth the money. This product was made in China and unfortunately I have seen some low quality steel tools that were made there, thankfully this one is an exception. The tool opens and closes precisely and seems to have tight tolerances. The serration's on the lower knife portion seem to have been carefully cut. It looks as though one side of the Utili-Key is slightly more polished than the other, probably for marketing reasons as the more jeweled side was facing up in the retail box. This is a minor point as the other side still looks just fine.

When I first bought the Utili-Key, it was not clear to me that it would open up a full 180 degrees. That would have been okay since the tool is completely functional when opened 90 degrees. There are no springs involved, and it appears to be made of out of exactly 3 pieces of steel. It clicks into either of the two open positions with a bit of pressure and stays in place fairly well, but it is not locked into position which means that it can still close up on your finger if not used carefully. The knife is very sharp and it could cause an accidental injury during the use of the philips part of the tool since the blade is opposite the philips head.

The tool is so small and unobtrusive that I cannot imagine why anyone would not want to have the easy convenience of it right on the old key-ring. The length of it is just slightly shorter than the ignition key for my vehichle. Even if you carry other types of multi-tools or a pocket knife, it would be worthwhile to have this in case you forget your other stuff.

I really enjoy discovering clever well made products and this one is a keeper.

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good to have but hard to use  Jul 07, 2008 By M. Vooss
I've had this attached to my key ring for a number of years. I don't need it often but when I have it's been useful as long as I am very careful while handling it. The knife is extremely sharp and because the key is pretty thin it can rotate easily in your fingers. It's not incredibly easy to close around a key ring with one hand, and does with a bit of a snap, so you need to make sure your fingers are well out of the way when you do. The Phillips screwdriver on the end of one of the tines is helpful for things like tightening eyeglasses, but it is slightly offset from the opposing blade and I've nicked or jabbed myself with it more than once while it's in my pocket. You're supposed to lock it at either 90 or 180 degrees when using it, but when you close it from 90 the keyring end easily grabs at your fingers. This isn't a product for kids, and only should be used with extreme care.

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A great, compact, easily transportable tool  Jun 11, 2004 By Kathleen N. Rhue "kndr80"
I bought this as a gift for my boyfriend, and although he thought it was kinda hokey at first, he ended up loving it. It goes on your keychain like any other key, but snaps off easily by just opening it up (the blades.) The two screwdrivers heads work fine and are very hard and don't dull or warp with repeated use. The blade is RAZOR sharp and has yet to dull. It is small, but can cut through so much. A great overall buy.

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No problems at airports, not as useful as a standard multi-tool  Dec 21, 2006 By R. Micallef
I've had one for a year or so now. I got sick of handing over $20-$50 worth of swiss army knife or leatherman every time I forgot to make my keys "flight-ready" (I think I lost 4 tools this way). So I decided to experiment with something inexpensive that wouldn't be terrible to have to leave at an airport.

I'd call the experiment a qualified success. The key has been with me all over the place on flights and no one's said a word to me about it. I fly fairly frequently, so I'd estimate 12-18 flights with this thing. It's great in a pinch, but I wouldn't call it a replacement for a more robust multi-tool.

The key doesn't take up a lot of space or weigh as much as a small leatherman (though the key is long, as keys go). The bottle opener requires a little bit of care and finesse because whenever the key is open, you've got a blade exposed. That said, it's pretty well designed. I have managed to torque one of the screwdriver heads, but it was against a pretty rusty bolt, so I can't blame the tool.

This key is well made and serves its purpose. It won't replace your leatherman or even a keychain-sized leatherman, but it's some consolation for the inability to carry a real multi-tool when you travel.

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