KEY-BAKKeychain

I almost purchased a smaller, less expensive version but there were 3 things which convinced me to buy this particular Key-Bak:> 48-inch cableAt work, they issue a very cheap, retractable-key version. (Not even the "Key-Bak" brand.) The cable is short, probably 24-inches and whatever it's made out of, breaks more often than we should be dealing with.I've been finding that the 48-inch cable length of this Key-Bak has been very handy, more than I initially realized. I'm glad I didn't buy the shorter one.> DurabilityI was going to buy a shorter-cable Key-Bak but when I saw that it had a "steel" cable, it convinced me to buy this one. The plastic housing also seems to be very well made.> ReviewsI read several other Reviews here but the ones which convinced me to buy this particular Key-Bak are the ones where those Owners had left their key in the Ignition when they got out of their vehicle. Naturally, the Key-Bak Product would break but what sold me was when they said they would buy another one.My experience with this Key-Bak has been very positive. I work 5-days a week and right around 8-hours a day. I'm a Janitor at work. My Key-Bak only contains 4 smaller Dispenser keys and a Key Fob for the many doors I have to open throughout the day. Although I open a few different "types" doors, I probably use that Key Fob 80 times during each Shift. So about 400 times each week and I've had this Key-Bak for almost 2-months now. As I examine it closely, the only sign of "use" is a very minor scuff (not even a "scratch") mark on the flat part where the name is.Yes, I lock and unlock the ball-joint many times throughout the day.When I first saw the photos of this Product, I thought the slot up its side was unnecessary but once I started using it, I quickly realized that this is the track for the cable. Without that slot, the Key-Bak would twist and put pressure on your belt. This is a well thought out Product.Before deciding on this particular Key-Bak, I did hesitate because of it's size. Yes, it is 2.25-inches wide but it's also 2.75-inches tall (not counting the Ring or the Ring's holder). The Ring itself is 1.5-inches in diameter. So, with the Ring locked in place, the entire unit measures 4.5-inches (from the top of the holder to the bottom of the Ring). I'm an average size guy but with this Product on my belt, I don't feel like it's out of place on me.The only "negative" I can find for this Product is that it takes me several seconds to remove it from my belt. Of course, this could be a "positive" for some of you. In other words, it's not going to come off of your belt unless YOU purposely remove it.------- Update -------This Product lasted almost a year. I didn't realize that "I" had been abusing it by always releasing my keys when the cable was fully extended to its 48-inch length... but even with that it did last quite a while.When it broke, I did some research and bought a different Brand. This one had a 31-inch reach, a metal shell and was "supposedly" Rate at 100,000 Pulls. It last ALMOST 1-month. (The entire Product just came apart.) Two of the same Products came in the same Order. Just a week before it broke, I had given the 2nd one to a co-worker.The day it broke, I decided to go back to a "Key-Bak". It should be here in a few days.When the Key-Bak broke, its cable had pulled-away from its connection inside the plastic housing. With the new Key-Bak, I think I'm going to place a rubber washer on the cable, between that metal ball and the plastic housing. This should help absorb a bit of the shock each time I release my keys.

The KEY-BAK Keychain is everything I didn’t know I needed! I’ve been using it for a while now, and it’s honestly made my life so much easier. Here’s why:Why It’s Awesome:✔ Durable – This keychain is built to last. It’s tough, reliable, and handles daily wear and tear like a champ.✔ Convenient Retractable Feature – The retractable reel is super handy. I can easily pull out my keys when I need them and then retract them back with zero hassle.✔ Compact Design – It’s not bulky, so it fits comfortably in my pocket or bag without adding extra weight or space.✔ Versatile – Whether you're at work, home, or out running errands, this keychain keeps everything organized and within reach.If you're looking for a sturdy, practical, and reliable keychain, the KEY-BAK Keychain is a must-have! Definitely a game-changer for keeping keys easily accessible without the fuss.

Great, comfortable and the lead is plenty long no matter where the key hole is! A bit tough to get on and off belt but that seems to be a security feature so no complaint, just a fact.

The media could not be loaded. For this product only being $10, I would have happily paid double, triple, even quadruple.Most of the retractable keychains listed on Amazon look like and are (according to reviews) the typical private labelled, Chinese-made junk. This one is made in the USA, feels insanely solid (now I see why the product pictures show some guy with an angle grinder showcasing the product). I'm very critical about any product I purchase and everything about it just makes sense.CASE:The case itself is a solid build - made of steel coated with a resilient polymer. The metal belt clip that is assembled onto the casing has no play whatsoever - perfectly tight tolerances. The belt clip itself is pretty strong so be careful with potential wear on soft leather - a tightly-woven nylon gun belt should hold up just fine.OPENING:Where other products would have a tiny opening at the bottom and cause friction when pulling the keyring, this product has a slit that runs along the side down to the bottom that allows you to pull away the keyring effortlessly without it causing the case to rotate.CABLE:In comparison, almost all the other similar products listed are using nylon strings which is bound to break as you wear it. This one uses a steel cable that is sleeved - so basically a lifetime.LOCKING FEATURE:I didn't even know this was a feature until I used it and it actually makes so much sense. If you have a ton of keys that would apply force to the spring inside, it probably would not stay retracted. This has a locking mechanism at the bottom end of the side opening that I mentioned earlier. This not only allows you to have a bunch of keys that could weigh a bunch and keep the keyring retracted, but it prevents it from getting pulled if something gets caught on it. Getting it in and out of that locking portion at the bottom of the slit is very easy.PACKAGING:No frills, minimal packaging. It's a simple plastic bag, almost like a packet of fasteners you'd buy at Home Depot. Clearly they invested in the R&D of the product and didn't spend money on fancy packaging that the consumer is just going to toss in the trash.