Fathers CXD-US Knife Review

4.7 (631) Amazon rating$14.39200+ bought last month

Our verdict

A telescoping pickup tool that extends from 6.8 to 23 inches and earns a strong 4.7 rating across 631 reviews.

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Best for

Buyers who specifically need a stated long reach to grab parts deep in engine bays or behind cabinets.

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You want a known brand, a published weight, or a magnet pull rating spelled out.

  • Size 6.8" to 23"
  • Priced 11% below the category median ($16.24 across 21 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.6/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.7/5

    4.7 average across 631 owner ratings

  • Popularity2.4/5

    631 owner reviews, fewer than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other hand tools and workshop hand tools we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

The CXD-US is the rare option in this batch that publishes its reach: it telescopes from 6.8 inches closed out to 23 inches extended. That range, plus a $14.39 price, makes it a practical retriever for jobs where reach matters.

It is well rated, with a 4.7 score from 631 reviews and roughly 200 sales in the past month. The brand field reads as "Fathers," which looks like a gift-marketing label, so judge it on the reach spec and ratings rather than the name.

Beyond the extension range, the listing is thin: no weight, material, or magnet pull rating is given. Buy it for the documented reach, and verify pull strength separately if you plan to lift heavier metal.

Pros

  • Clear telescoping reach from 6.8 to 23 inches
  • Strong 4.7 rating across 631 reviews
  • About 200 bought in the past month
  • Under $15 at $14.39

Cons

  • Brand listed only as "Fathers," so the maker is unclear
  • No weight or material is listed
  • No magnet pull rating is provided

Specifications

Size6.8" to 23"

Performance notes

The stated 6.8 to 23 inch extension is its main selling point, giving real reach for hard-to-access spots. With no pull rating listed, treat it as a retriever for lighter dropped parts unless the seller confirms otherwise.

What buyers say

A 4.7 rating from 631 reviews with around 200 monthly sales signals consistently positive feedback for a mid-volume tool.

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Frequently asked questions

How far does the CXD-US extend?

The listing states it telescopes from 6.8 inches closed to 23 inches extended.

What is its magnet pull rating?

No pull rating is listed. If you need to lift heavier metal, confirm the magnet strength with the seller first.

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