DEWALT Drill Bit Holder Extension, Impact Ready, 6-Inch (DWA6HLDFT)

I've used this with a few different bits (see photo), and usability is fine. I'm a DIYer without a lot of reps with this product, but it works for my level of use. I've used both the locking hex shank type bit as well as magnetic. I find that the magnetic holds maybe a little better than the hex shank. I've had no difficulty inserting to, or releasing from, the impact driver (mine is a Dewalt DCF601). I've read a few reviews that got the wrong product, and their photos are indeed the wrong product. That would be a fault of order fulfillment, and such a product should be returned if it doesn't look like the one in the photo I've attached. Notice the white arrow on the black collar, which indicates the direction to pull that collar to release the bit. I can't speak to durability because of limited use as a DIYer. However, I'm glad to have this in the toolbox for when I need it.

The fit and quality is awesome. Holds bits excellently and works as intended.

Worked better than I expected! Happy I made the decision to buy it, my Artificial Intelligence made the recommendation to me.

I like that these extensions lock the bit and are still a slim profile

I love this bit holder. It holds the bits in place and they never fall out.

The size is good. The holding hex bit end is not too bulky and that is good for small space. Materials look good. The reasons that one star is deducted because: the unlocking isn't smooth to pull and taking a bit of pull to get the bit out. The sliding collar does not slide smoothly as well. It seems that it could use a bit of lube (I could be wrong here, that over time it wear in and will get smoother over time). You still need to use a bit of force to pull out the bit even when you pull the unlocking ring down. Last complain, this is not direct to DeWalt product. For some reason, my unit has a bit crack at the seam to open the package thus dust get into it a bit as well as it shows some sort of white cover on the black stem. It is not a corrosion, I believe. This could be the item has been returned and seal broke off cause the dust to accumulated.

I have these in the 3" (DWA3HLDFT) and 6" (DWA6HLDFT) versions. My introduction to this style of bit holder was through the Wiha GoBox/mini-ratchet/offset screwdriver kit. The Wiha is a bit pricier, and perhaps only slightly better built, but with a price tag that reflects that (and not available in the 6" length). In comes DeWalt with their take, and I gotta say, worth every penny. It's slim and doesn't catch on anything, so you don't have to worry about it fitting anywhere or catching on anything like bit holders that are much wider. The bits also don't get stuck inside, like other styles of locking bit holders, yet the bit retention is flawless. Truly a great design, and worth the money. Best impact-rated bit holder on the market for the money.

This is a great, slim, locking bit extension. It is the slimest one I have seen. It holds very well, a lockable bit will not come out unless you release it. 1 inch bits work great. I originally bought an identical Wiha locking bit extension for more money based on recommendation of a coworker and then I found DeWalt sells the same type for slightly less so I bought a few more DeWalt ones. The Wiha look better but, so far I have not noticed any performance difference.

This is a very handy bit of kit to get into tight spaces.

BEST extension DEWALT ever made and lock bit , slim line that can fit in tight edge , corner . So good that i bought one of each size , Milwaukee made them too but they keep dropping off screw bit and wobbling too . I tried other extension too but seemed to waste $$ , wobbling too much , in the end DEWALT comes out with slime line and lock in tight . Buy once and you have the best made by DEWALT .

One of the best bit holders. 10/10

all good

Hasta ahorita excelente producto.