Holdzit Tool Savers and Comfort Grips
by Brian King

For the past several months I have been testing a couple of products from Holdzit Products, Inc. out of Oregon. One of the items is the company's Fisherman's Dual Tool Saver (w/ belt loop). The outside of this unique tool holster is made of industrial-grade vinyl which is waterproof. The vinyl has a rough texture for easy gripping even when wet. The interior of the holster contains lubricated sleeves which completely surround your pliers, forceps, or other tools. The sleeves keep your tools lubricated and rust-free. The sleeves are made to absorb WD-40 which can be easily reapplied from time to time.

The particular holster I've been testing has dual slots, one for large pliers and one for a smaller tool. There is a convenient belt-loop which can also be used to mount the holster to a boat or float-craft. I've used mine while wading and while fishing from my boat. My favorite fishing pliers have remained rust-free and get lubricated every time I put them in the holster.

There are several holsters in the Holdzit Tool Saver line. All of the tool savers are waterproof, very tough, and salt-water resistant. If you're tired of rusty fishing pliers, it would be worth your time to take a look at these inexpensive tool savers. They will greatly extend the life of your tools.

The other item I've been testing is called a Comfort Grip and is made to fit the underside of round and low-profile casting reels. The grip is made of the same industrial-grade vinyl as the tool savers. The grip slides on your fishing rod from the handle end and covers the bottom and sides of your reel. It took me some time to get used to the grip, but it doesn't interfere with the operation of the reel at all. It is particularly useful for cold weather fishing because it will keep your hands from contacting the cold metal of your reel. It also provides protection for your reel from scratches and dings.

The Comfort Grip will fit most freshwater rods and reels in the 8-20lb. class. Holdzit also makes a Comfort Cap for baitcasters and a Comfort Grip for spinning reels. Visit their web site for the complete line of products as well as pricing and ordering information.