Did Milwaukee Tool just take Second Place - Amazing feature on this tool could make it better

The Milwaukee Tool Fastback Utility Knife is probably the best utility knife that has ever been made, but now Erwin make be knocking on the door as the Irwin ProFlip Utility Knife may be the new king when it comes to the best utility knife.
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[@jeffpowell8308]

I have all of the Milwaukee fast back knives. My current favorite is the newest one that has a screw driver built into it. It has come in really handy having both a knife and a reversible screw driver always on my person.

[@jonathangarzon2798]

That one was so annoying I threw it away in three days. Like having a drop of water in a desert it was bare minimum I never had a time where I needed a dedicated screwdriver just to move one screw outside of the house and inside the house I wasn't in a hurry

[@xmrpaintx1]

I have the screwdriver fastback and find myself using the screw driver constantly, saves me so much time going back and forth for a screw driver.

[@amilcargonzalez6626]

Although the Irwin might have that comfortable curve and extra storage the Milwaukee, not only has that convenient screwdriver but, a handy bottle opener and that's going to be a bit difficult for the competitors to top. Milwaukee is still #1 in my opinion

[@jrsanechez123]

When your on the job a screw driver on your knife can save you from having to go to your tool bag and pull out a screw driver

[@jeffpowell8308]

@@jonathangarzon2798 if you ever do painting you'll find out how handy it is to remove cover plates. Plus I find myself using when I'm out and not on a job site. It's very convenient for me to have it on me all the time.

[@tenflat2009]

I've been using a Fastback II for about 10years now. Same knife! Gone through around 4-500 blades and three pocket clips but still the same original knife. That in and of itself makes the Milwaukee king!

[@tenflat2009]

@That V8 Life lol no, just bought the cheapest fastback knife to get a new clip. Accumulating a drawer full of clipless knives to keep my favorite one.

[@kangaroosekcie]

@@tenflat2009 done that.

[@itsamiakount7129]

i dont remember the brand but some other knives have similar mounts. i used a flat belt clip off an old busted one. i had to file both but it doesnt bend until it snaps like the wire

[@notajp]

Had the first gen Fastback and liked it a lot, but the blade would occasionally release while cutting. Got the current version right after it came out and absolutely love it. Use it all the time. Don’t see myself switching anytime soon, unless of course Milwaukee comes out with something even better!

[@billymorris3265]

I really appreciate you pointing out the blade angle when it’s fully opened. It’s a deal breaker for me, and I wouldn’t have caught that in the package. You’re good at what you do, homey! Keep ‘‘em coming.

[@LouMotley]

Milwaukee has/had a Fast Back utility knife with 5 blade storage as well. I used to use it, but went with the 1 blade storage, screwdriver model, because its better in the pocket for me.

[@orzot]

Using good blades storage is a non-issue. Dewalt 10x last days

[@jacksmith2315]

@@orzot depends on what you do. If your a roofer or something you dont want to have to stop what you're doing, get down off the roof or out of a tight spot for other trades jus to go get a blade to make a cut. Blade storage is huge for some ppl

[@bradc7767]

I've been using the same fast back for 4 years and i don't feel a need to change. It still works great.

[@duncdunc76]

Another great one TRZ👍👍👍 I can see how the Irwin might be the choice for many but I'm sticking with the basic small fastback. Mainly because it is the perfect sized utility knife for having on you at all times as it's slim and small enough to pocket carry without being annoying and it's still big and robust enough to hard use unlike those really small compact folding utility knives.

[@druidic4353]

I like the gordon better it's metal

[@josephvavken3235]

Fast back with The screwdriver is a win every time love and pray they never discontinue I don’t go anywhere without it! McGyver would own one and that says everything 🤣

[@bwselectronic]

I have used the Fastback for a couple years. Mostly cutting up a ton of boxes at work. I used the Husky before, but I like the one handed opening of the Fastback. I also think I'm still using my first blade. I just run a file over the blade and put the edge back and it stays sharp several days. The blades are the best I've ever had. I don't bleed red mainly because everything is overpriced except around the holidays and then only some tools have a decent price. I buy for quality not name, that's why I'm in multiple platforms. Nobody makes the best in every tool.

[@matsudakodo]

Yeah, I like DeWalt's 12v Xtreme drills and drivers but went with the Milwaukee M12 oscillating multi-tool for that reason. Almost splurged on a Makita circular saw, but not yet. Sucks to have different batteries, but, first world problems.

[@ernestobass6252]

My favorite is the fastback with the scewdriver. I've had it for years, never failed. Please do a video on it. Watching your videos from Piedras Negras MEXICO. Keep up the good work.

[@swiftshark]

I bought the Milwaukee Fastback 2 pack deal when you posted a deal video around the holidays and absolutely love them.

[@Joethetoolguy]

The fastback with the bit driver, that’s my go to for drywall bro 11 out of 10 times do the math. Vance is wrong!

[@user-ug5sz8wi7b]

Irwin is badass I used one of their boxcutters for a couple years when I was welding. I pallatized, wrapped the pallets in plastic and stuff too. Still got it the anodizing is rubbing off but still fine. I like Milwaukee stuff too. Drive a truck and not a fan of the city, sorry if your from Milwaukee. Seriously if your from Milwaukee and you want out you have my thoughts and prayers.

[@shawnlizeleatherdale4052]

I have tried many, but I went and bought a bunch of the CTC utility knives. Everything I wanted - pocket clip, lanyard hole, locking blade AND survived a lot of falls onto cement and tile floors. Lifetime warranty and under 10 bucks.

[@tomasmerino1039]

I have a bulit one, it doesn't fold, you slide the blade out. The great thing is when your blade doesn't cut anymore you just take it out, slide in and out and a new blade comes from the storage (which also holds 3 to 5 blades)

[@mattkandel2449]

I got a 3 pack of the Kobalt button lock utility knives on sale. 2 of the smaller ones one large and they're pretty frigging sweet. Super lightweight and have held up nicely at work.

[@nicksrandomviews1296]

I don't go anywhere without my milwaukee fastback and it's really nice in the pocket and I've never had an issue with the blade coming out in my pocket. Also I can put 5 blades in it too.

[@fortunecollector]

I grade this Irwin the same as I grade VCG construction. Second best. Tool Review Zone Number One.

[@11pack09]

Screwdriver on the fast back seems hard to beat, and using the flat head side as a pry bar has really come in handy.

[@paedahe4975]

So your saying that the Irwin fastback is just a (cut above) Mil-walk-I-A? No matter how you (slice it), they both are pretty dang good. Sharp review.

[@nowinczak]

Your Reviews are So much more informative and entertaining than VCG reviews

[@harpermichael8909]

The Milwaukee 48-22-1502 utility knife has the option of 5 blade storage that’s what I use every day. Nothing against Irwin but I agree I like the straight shaft of the Milwaukee

[@SithLandlord]

I don't see anything special on the Irwin and the Milwaukee Fastback has been around forever. I love my Milwaukee Fastback with the screwdriver. I wind up using it so much that I have like 3 of them now for different parts of the house.

[@joshuanetto9431]

I don't know if you guys are aware or not but the fastback does have a magnet built into the blade storage that keeps your blades from falling out as well.

[@Rcalderon518]

Best fastback is the one with the screw driver. It is amazing and really cool tool to have with you at all times.

[@lonelobohikes]

I had an Irwin that had the built in bit driver that had bit storage and blade storage I loved it and lost it 😭

[@jessemcdonald3703]

Irwin shmirwin ....I have the current (I think) metal body fastback (48-22-1502) with blade storage and it holds 5 blades Real Nice Like via a strong magnet.

[@slab4x477]

Good comparison video. I still say the Lenox LXHT10601 is my favorite utility knife.

[@nickchen2030]

Aluminum is not magnetic, and yes your face is that of an angel I can’t lie. Love you dude

[@rex8255]

Honestly, when I use a Sheetrock knife (or box cutter, depending on whom your working with), I'm pulling out my Kobalt non folding, BUT 10 blade with auto-reload feature. That thing ROCKS! Because, when I start going through replaceable blades, I'm LUCKY if 5 lasts me more then a half a day.

[@druidic4353]

Lol you need to get some better blades

[@rex8255]

@@druidic4353 Tried that. Wasn't worth the extra money.

[@jasonhoch33]

I don't think people complain about the blade releasing in your pocket.. it happens when you hold the knife near the blade for more control and your index finger rest right on the release. I still love all my fastbacks must have half a dozen by now.

[@turks-n-tines8154]

I’m picking one up and trying it out. The increased blade storage is HUGE !

[@orzot]

I found good blades last days, don't need storage so much

[@ryanlavallee6342]

Milwaukee fastback compact is my daily. Perfect size

[@hoonjr5010]

I miss the amazing kobolt ones. I've had mine for 10yers!! Just lost it. Still worked like new.

[@olhesty2196]

Man I was thinking of getting a Milwaukee Fastback ( the one with the philips head and flat) $20 at the Depot. Seen Husky and Irwin’s version, and stalled on my purchase. Holy crap, man all y’all got it wrong. So for quick deployment get a cheap Kershaw with an Emerson wave feature (not too many steels to pick from, but recommend the D2 steel version). Seriously, there is nothing faster than that, but for something more razor, I absolutely love the Toughbuilt Utility Knife. No, I am not talkin’ bout that corny one that flips from a standard razor to a razor scraper (cool, but anyone that scrapes knows that your blade has got to be perfect for most applications). I do dig the versatility. Naw, what I am talkin’ bout is their one that holds 5- 6 spares in the rear of the handle, and 5 - 6 up front with a button for quick change. I bought them in a set of two with 50 blades at Lowes fer $11, no kidding. There is no way I would trade one of these utility knives for 3 of the best Irwin or Milwaukee Utility knives. No lie. Not saying that it is better, just is faster with respect to the change of blade, and what… 10 - 12 additional blades! I wish I knew the name of the exact kind I have so I could share it with you. They look like a standard retractable utility knife (gray and black in color), but if you need to change out your blades often, there is no substitute. They ran me $5.50 a piece. Wouldn’t sell them for $50. Yeah, they are that bad ass!

[@edcgearpocketknife]

The fastback has a secret place on the inside of the handle for an extra blade. It’s on the right side and it locks in place.

[@clawje]

Could you review the new Makita Util Knife by any chance? I heard good things ab it.

[@ToolReviewZone]

Absolutely 👊

[@gabrieldibble6875]

Coast also made a really good folding utility knife too

[@Rhone83s]

A guy I work with has an Irwin. I let him use my lutz 82 and he asked for it a week later.

[@Icantball67]

Who’s worried about accidental blade release? It has a belt clip so use it. If it’s folded in your pocket the button won’t get pushed to release it and “if” it does the blade stays in the knife cause it can’t come straight out. If it’s in your pocket unfolded pointed down it’ll cut a hole in your pocket or stab your leg before the blade comes out. If it’s in your pocket unfolded you’re gonna cut your hand every time you try to grab it and still no blade falling out.

[@felixf5211]

You may want to take a look at the folding Fiskars Pro utility knife. They have it at Lowes as well as the blades.

[@GimliLordOfGlitteringCaves]

Try out JerryRigEverything utility knife....build so well you can pass it down as inheritance...no sign of plastic anywhere...been using mine for months now

[@ToolReviewZone]

Thanks for the heads up GIMLI

[@johnossendorf9979]

Great EDC screwdriver. The Fastback will remain in my pocket.

[@578sundriedAZ]

i have 48-22-1903 model FastBack and it is Metal because it clings to a magnet on my refrigerator

[@benjaminballard2331]

Fastback with blade storage. Holds 5 blades secure with a magnet. Best knife hands down

[@Aepek]

Milwaukee fastback new gen knives store 5 blades as well, which I’ve got, but still use my older gen, lol

[@sakisam7]

Can't beat the Milwaukee Fastback with a beer opener man!

[@richardabner9420]

what is the model number of the Milwakee model tested? TIA

[@scottbowser9454]

I like my first gen compact just because the size

[@MyUnquenchableThirst]

What are the dimensions of each? Length, width, open ,closed, etc. Thanks!

[@nitrorc4life1]

I have both, use ane like both. But i grab red majority of the time.

[@carllamb6711]

How's it going my mate Clint iv just Purchased the new Bosch professional universal folding knife with blade compartment in metal handle from Amazon REAL NASS LIKE also at a good price £14.75 🍺🍺🍺🍺

[@onlyhereforddebob8978]

I have the previous gen Irwin kni with a liner lock the actual but that holds the blades looks the same as mine with is a concern. Soon as I got it I would have issues with old blades feeling stiff to realise after a few months it stopped releasing the blade at all. At Christmas I got the fast back that holds 5 blades in Handel and i this k I will be fast back for life

[@POWER_WAFFLE]

Hey Clint @ToolReviewZone, What razer blades for the flip out knives do you find yourself using on a regular basis? I’ve been using the Dewalt Carbide utility blades in my Milwaukee Fastback for years now and can’t imagine using anything else.

[@irishman485]

I just bought this and wanted to try it out over my Milwaukee one I used it for 10 minutes and when I closed it my finger kept sliding the blade storage over preventing the knife from closing so it quickly went on the random shelf to collect dust Milwaukee ones are far more superior

[@jerrybobteasdale]

If you need to pull hard while cutting, the angled blade of the Irwin is better. It's more like the Roberts Big Fatso, which is the easiest to pull on with all your might. But the Big Fatso isn't pocketable.

[@xmrpaintx1]

The fast back with the screw driver on the opposite end of the blade is clearly better.

[@funnyman1972]

Paper thin blades but a handle like a car door. You would think they could make them both better

[@leenelson7290]

What is the weight difference?

[@mattnixon7728]

Have the Irwin. Really like it. Also have a kobalt. Also nice knife.

[@hotbam37]

The best knife is the other irwin. Not the flip kind but the old school push forward button kind. My personal favorite though. And I have a few fastbacks but I like the Irwin better for sure.

[@mattjames8683]

Hmm they are both ok but the best razor knife I have ever had is definitely the Maker Knife by Giaco. It is just superior in every way🤣

[@ZeBoy85]

Kincrome FTW. But you yanks can’t have it because it’s an Australian brand, it’s more like the Milwaukee one but has a better grip system with like a place to put you thumb that’s not just the casing. It too holds more spare blades.

[@Reshy00]

Milwaukee 6-in-1 is just better for me having a flat head that I can use as a pry bar and having that extra blade storage is huge

[@itsamiakount7129]

i have 5 fastbacks. never have accidental blade ejection that blue brand looks like the carpet angle

[@wsmfp7009]

Fastback bc of the screwdriver. I use it all the time.

[@russianoleg]

With all that liking the longer shafts, may be pick you're self some BUD Light on the way home😂

[@jrod5113]

Now thinking about it🤔 I have never held a curved shaft.....utility knife😅.

[@maxlvledc]

No idea why your saying milwaukee that way, did I miss something??

[@kc0lif]

both knives are good

[@briha3142]

Bro, Lowe’s was practically giving those Irwin Utility Blade 2-packs away for a mere $9, back in November! The single Irwin Flip Blade is, and was, selling for almost $10 at Lowe’s, and I found the 2-pack sets of Irwin Flip Blade Knives for $9! I love ‘em, and so did everybody I gifted them to, cuz I bought about six 2-packs, back then! A month earlier, Lowe’s was clearancing the Estwing Folding Utility Knife 2-packs for $5.00 and I scored half a dozen of those too! I can’t see paying top dollar for a Milwauk-eye-ay, though! $14.00?!? Hah! Not me! Nope!

[@jasonbabila6006]

I have the Milwaukee Fastback with the screwdriver, yes it only holds one spare blade but having the screwdriver has helped me when I needed to use the screwdriver, I prefer the slim design of it too. Smeeesh that like button. 👀👉🏼 👍🏽

[@earljohnson2676]

The east release doesn’t go open on its own . I use that knife and those water proof markers when I sell Christmas trees best knife ever and if you don’t think so by the shifty ones who cares you will have a POS and I’ll still have the best

[@jamallaidley4718]

Cool Product Update Clint 😎

[@danielferguson1899]

Try the stanley fatmax folding knife

[@orzot]

P.S. I use the Dewalt 10x blades that last insanely long, so blade storage is a non-issue.

[@christopherkahn7005]

I would use multiple bits mut drives screw drivers makes it a multiple tool Onan altogether candy tin what do you think

[@mr.combsey8458]

the newer Milwaukee’s do store 5 blades, as the one i have holds 5.

[@dennisriddle197]

Milwaukee gets my vote!!

[@cust888]

The Irwin does not have the screwdriver. It's help me a lot times.

[@eosjoe565]

I couldn't help myself, I just had to SMEEESH that like button. Oh yeah... I like the Kobalt knife. :-)

[@Kratom7030]

The Milwauk i ay eyh is my way to go

[@multibikermike4681]

The Irwin looks a little more like a ba-na-na-ai-a shaft...I think I would feel a bit weird holding that shaft....

[@A6Legit]

2:46 not all metals are magnetic but ill take your word on plastic

[@tedmcdonald3377]

That's real Nass Clint😎🛠️😎🛠️😎 Clint likes a straight shaft😂🤣😂

[@eagerlawncare3700]

I own kobalt and Irwin and the Milwaukee is much thinner in the pocket

[@skellllly]

I think if they put a bottle opener on one I would EDC

[@aglaser219]

The Milwaukee knife is the best of course but your missing one of its biggest features! There is a notch right next to the blade that you can set the end of your tape measure into and create a scribe! Boom!

[@davidalten]

Older Stanley are the best. One hand open, holds extra blades and is cheap.

[@Chris.Rhodes]

As a huge Milwaukee fan, I have actually retired my Fastback...I got the Craftsman Model CMHT10932 Auto Utility Knife...It is now my EDC. Sorry Milwaukee, but Craftsman made a better knife!

[@johnargumaniz9179]

Whoa whoa Clint the Milwaukee only holds 1 maybe 2 blades? I beg to differ

[@guydesnoyers8417]

I am starting a new organization called FARTTT: for the active return of tool tip Tuesday! We can wait... 😎

[@RIZZO79]

Fixed 1199 e Stanley os best rock knife

[@georgechaney2579]

My new Milwaukee fastback holds 5 blades

[@johnharrison4592]

Just respect his choice, boys. The man loves his straight shaft and other may prefer a curved one. It's all about what feels good for you when you put your hands around that shaft. Just make sure you hold it tight so it doesn't slip on you. ☺️ 👍

[@jujumrod]

Vegan Vince always menacing around! He a bullly! 🐂

[@toddgray8828]

Not a Milwaukee fastback fan, sorry to all you lovers of it. Not a fan of the pocket clip, at least mine seemed hard to clip on my pants pocket. Been a Kobalt user for years, mainly the one that stores extra blades. Recently switched to a Dewalt one.

[@ThomasSteed]

By far the fiskars painters utility knife is the best.

[@scottrhoads1500]

I have the irwin. I'll take it everyday. I hate how straight the milwaukee is, makes it harder to use. The irwin has the curve I like. Just personal opinion. Milwaukee is rotting away in the bottom of a bag somewhere Edit: also, putting a hook blade in the fastback, it will come out of the knife, the irwin has never released a blade on me

[@antman7431]

"Vegan Cookies Good" 🤣😭🤣