Milton Shaw
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I got two today and already stocked they look great and whole bits with the grove like they are made for. Will be getting in touch and ordering more in a couple of weeks. Great item.
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Lorydr
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Will you offer a mega bit holder 
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I can stand to toss about all the short bits. Rarely do I use them. But the other longer bits get some regular rotation of usage.
?I can stand to toss about all the short bits. Rarely do I use them. But the other longer bits get some regular rotation of usage.
QUIKSVT
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I received them yesterday. Bits fit nice and secure. I like that you can get ahold of the bit and remove it easily. Other holders can trap moisture and are hard to pull out of. Last weak before I had these, I had to remount a power strip on my sons wall in his bedroom and was fumbling with a case of bits for the job. I see being able to load up the 6 bit holder for jobs like that.
Thank you for the opportunity to try these out.
Josh
Thank you for the opportunity to try these out.
Josh
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Jagmandave
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I received a free sample and I started playing with it today a bit at work. I have to say that I am really impressed by the quality and function.
I imagined that this would be more plasticy and less rubbery. It holds bits securely enough to not have them fall out, but still tight enough that I am not worried about dropping them on the ground. I see a great value to the larger size (20 bits) in keeping key bits handy for larger on-the-go toolboxes, while the smaller one (6 bits) seems perfect for throwing in a day-project tool bag.
For example, let's say you are building a tree house and need different sized spider-drive bits, a torx or two, and a Phillips (don't forget the spare Phillips for when you inevitably chew the bit up). Rather than throwing them loosely in your tool bag in the garage, walking out to the tree to build the project, and then digging for each one when the time comes, put them in the smaller bit belt and drop it in the bag or your pocket and get to work. Need to change bits? It'll be a hell of a lot easier to find the bit belt in your pocket or the tool bag than it is loose bits. Swap bits. Drive fastener. Wash. Rinse. Repeat.
Pro tip: use a key ring or small carabiner to go through the top hole in the bit belt and the hole in the zipper of your tool bag. Now it is close at hand at all times.
In summary, it is a very simple design that makes me wonder why I didn't think of it sooner. Thanks for including me in the trial. I will be telling my buddies that they need to get one and that it's not just a gimmick tool. Nice job!
I imagined that this would be more plasticy and less rubbery. It holds bits securely enough to not have them fall out, but still tight enough that I am not worried about dropping them on the ground. I see a great value to the larger size (20 bits) in keeping key bits handy for larger on-the-go toolboxes, while the smaller one (6 bits) seems perfect for throwing in a day-project tool bag.
For example, let's say you are building a tree house and need different sized spider-drive bits, a torx or two, and a Phillips (don't forget the spare Phillips for when you inevitably chew the bit up). Rather than throwing them loosely in your tool bag in the garage, walking out to the tree to build the project, and then digging for each one when the time comes, put them in the smaller bit belt and drop it in the bag or your pocket and get to work. Need to change bits? It'll be a hell of a lot easier to find the bit belt in your pocket or the tool bag than it is loose bits. Swap bits. Drive fastener. Wash. Rinse. Repeat.
Pro tip: use a key ring or small carabiner to go through the top hole in the bit belt and the hole in the zipper of your tool bag. Now it is close at hand at all times.
In summary, it is a very simple design that makes me wonder why I didn't think of it sooner. Thanks for including me in the trial. I will be telling my buddies that they need to get one and that it's not just a gimmick tool. Nice job!
I got my samples earlier this week and got in the shop to try them out yesterday. I found an immediate use for the 20 bit holder. I'm a hobbyist woodworker with a dedicated detached workshop and am constantly drilling through holes, or drilling countersinks for wood screws - and then of course need the appropriate phillips or flat bit to drive them in. Well the 20 bit holder fits the bill perfectly. I put a set of my hex shank drill bits, countersink bits and then some driver bits in it as shown in the photo below. They are held firmly yet release readily for whatever bit is needed. I will just make a practice of grabbing the holder and cordless drill whenever I need to drill and drive a screw and will know regardless of the size, I've got the bit for it with me. I'll likely buy a couple more of the 20 bit holders to have in my garage workshop and basement workshop as well. I put a couple of other bits in the smaller bit holder - but for my use, I think the 20 bit size is more useful.
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I finally got home, and got the samples in the mail.
The bits are held securely, and won't fall out under pretty much any use, and allow for easy access to use. I am a big fan of the form factor as they are smaller than the Milwaukee cases that I normally use. I found the 20 bit holder to be a little too big for an on the go holder, and the 6 holder to be a decent size for the T25, PH2, FH1/4, 1/4 hex to 3/8 square drive, T20, and Torx multisize.
I'm a big fan of this product and will order more in the future.
10/10 great product!
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The bits are held securely, and won't fall out under pretty much any use, and allow for easy access to use. I am a big fan of the form factor as they are smaller than the Milwaukee cases that I normally use. I found the 20 bit holder to be a little too big for an on the go holder, and the 6 holder to be a decent size for the T25, PH2, FH1/4, 1/4 hex to 3/8 square drive, T20, and Torx multisize.
I'm a big fan of this product and will order more in the future.
Agreed, the only improvement I would like to see is a 12 bit holder in the form factor of the 6 bit holder, setup like the 20 bit holder. I think this would be my ideal size, as I struggled to fill the full size.
10/10 great product!
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four.cycle
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never received a sample.
hi four cyclenever recei;
ved a sample.
please send me the nme and address you gave me so i cn look up your order. i can send more samples
I'd be interested in a sample as well if you have any left.
fullthrottle24
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As others have mentioned, the product does work well. I would like to see a plastic base with the rubber bit holder sandwiched in between to hold the 20 bit version in a toolbox. Thank you for opportunity to be a part of the testing.
cmandp
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I apologize that this is later than you wanted but was very busy with Thanksgiving.
So I like these. They will be nice to have clipped to my tool belt and I won't have to lug my Milwaukee bit case around everywhere. They hold the grooved quick release bits perfectly as designed and I have no issue keeping 1" bits in there as well.
It was nice I brought the bit belt with me to the work while I was installing handicapped grab bars in the bathroom for my mother in law.
I agreed with others that a 12 bit holder would be a good middle ground. I was honestly thinking about cutting my 20 down lol.
I would not hesitate to buy more if I have the need.
So I like these. They will be nice to have clipped to my tool belt and I won't have to lug my Milwaukee bit case around everywhere. They hold the grooved quick release bits perfectly as designed and I have no issue keeping 1" bits in there as well.
It was nice I brought the bit belt with me to the work while I was installing handicapped grab bars in the bathroom for my mother in law.
I agreed with others that a 12 bit holder would be a good middle ground. I was honestly thinking about cutting my 20 down lol.
I would not hesitate to buy more if I have the need.
d.mcfarland
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What problem does this solve? If it's just another holder idea then I get it, but that may be the problem.
Ohio Andy
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I think that this is an especially nice solution when I want to grab some bits before I scamper up a ladder. I can attach this bit holder to my pack or use a tether in a way I cannot with say a magnetic holder and I can still have the bits highly available. If I attach to my pack I can just use a clip and maybe attach to my belt (or pack). Easy and fast. Last time I did this I simply dropped some bits into my pocket which was not remotely as convenient.
Also, the hole makes it suitable for me to pop it onto a peg board , maybe have a few different ones and then just grab the one I want. Also, these hold well enough that I can drop them into a portable tool box or bag and then pull what I want to drag with me when I make my climb (or whatever I am doing).
For sitting at my bench or in a simple tool box, perhaps no particular advantage.
I really like the material these are made of. I personally like the small one to throw in my drill bag. These fit my Milwaukee shockwave bits perfectly. In my small garage I have the walls covered in pegboard the hole on the ends allows easing hanging. I can see more of these in my future.
Hello
This comparison chart explains the reasons why bit belt is better than other bit holders.
Plastic holders often hold bits too tightly, so bits are hard to remove, or too loosely, so they fall out.
Bit belt holds every bit with the same perfect holding force, and this holding force does not change over time or with use.
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OldDoItAll
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I received mine a week or so ago and have been using them daily doing a home remodel project. They both hold bits securely and fit nicely in a toolbelt pouch. The project requires 4 or 5 different size screws, each with a different head. It's much easier to grab the bitbelt and select the right bit instead of digging through the pouch to find the right one.
Thanks for the free samples! I strongly recommend the BitBelt and will buy more.
Thanks for the free samples! I strongly recommend the BitBelt and will buy more.
JimH74
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Dan was kind enough to send me some samples as well. I'm a DIY person that mostly putters around. I had tried using one of the 4-5 piece foam bit holders that you can stick on the side of the drill. I didn't like that style very much as it wasn't very durable and carrying longer bits made it unwieldy. Mostly I've been using one of the HF magnetic tool bowls and just carrying that around with me. I have to say that the 6 piece bit belt is great. I usually use either square drive, Phillips #2, or Torx 15 and 25. I can carry two lengths of the square drive, 2"and 4" and 2 sizes of the Phillips, also 2" and 4", along with the 2 sizes of Torx which are both 2" long. For what I do this is perfect. The bit belt does hold the bits securely. It's easy to carry around, perfect size for my usage. It is easy to insert and remove the bits from. The larger bit belt is more than I need, but I understand everyone has different needs. I will use the larger bit belt to hold my extra bits. I would recommend the bit belt as being very functional. Thanks again for the samples, Dan.
Bit Belt is live on Amazon. Inventory has been sent to Amazon warehouse and should be available in a few days.
Bit Belt Hex Bit organizer (6 bit) - Amazon.com
Bit Belt Hex Bit organizer (6 bit) - Amazon.com
a.co
Seems like a good and needed product based on reviews here. I hope it makes you good money.
LeeG
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Harry Epstein has them now as well. I’ll be adding some to my next order. I‘d be interested in a longer (10?) bit vers of the 6 bit one as well. Great idea.
Lee
Lee