Dead On Tools HDP400945 Pro Carpenter's Suspension Rig

Comfortable and easy to adjust. Been wearing it to frame and deck docks. Big upgrade from my single pouch tool belt. Plenty of room to attach tool tethers to and big pockets to hold fasteners. I keep a hammer, demo screwdriver, impact, screws, nails, spare bits, string line, pencils, square, two spud wrenches, 30ft tape, razor blade, and a chalk box in it without feeling like it’s over stuffed.

The padded waistband is comfortable and the pockets are thick and well made. I would have liked a few more internal small tool pockets within the big pockets but it has the essentials: dedicated speed square pocket (a must) and pockets for pliers, measuring tape, nail sets, chisels and utility knife. It also has a cats paw loop which is nice. Over all, I love these bags, suspenders get an A+ too.

Pros: Good build quality, good tool organization. Love the integrated speed square pouch. Third different brand I've tried. Looks to the most sturdy.Cons: cell phone pouch isn't removable. Suspender buckles slide out of adjustment constantly. The bag's factory belt adjustment is set at tremendous fat a** size. I'm 6'2" and 220 LBS and you could've fit two of me in that belt. Maybe set the belt at medium fat a**.

Love this brand. Back in the day Home Depot sold them, then they disapeared. Stoked to find them alive and well on Amazon.I have been a framer for 30 +years, Sure you can spend $300 for an overpriced rig that may last a bit longer , but at this price point nothing beats Dead On. They also make the worlds best Cats Paw if you can find one!

People saying they’re too bulky and too big. Like anything, you have to adjust everything. I’m 5’9” 240. I have a 34” waist and like it tight. The bags are adjustable by the Velcro alone, gotta feed the sliding adjusters through the bag belt loops to get it tight.Anything needs to be broken in, they get better with use. If they’re too bulky, than maybe get a maintenance man belt instead. 20 years as a carpenter and I use every inch of the bags.

Needed a rig that could be downsized and of decent to high quality. This is it. Take note that the belt needs to be adjusted a lot for 34-36 waist. No problem though. I like it.

I use this at work. Over a two month period is what I'm rating. So far so good. Fits Evey thing I need, seems like a well put together bag. I think it'll last me a few years, maybe more. What I don't like is how bulky it is maybe the big side pockets could be a bit smaller but that's just me. And the adjustable straps tend to slide out of place. The front could easily be adjusted while working, but you'll have to take your bags off to re adjust the straps in the back.

Bought this for my husband. He has been a contractor/carpenter for 20 years. He always wore the traditional leather tool belt. But after seeing some of the guys on different job sites wearing these, he decided to purchase. By having the straps on the shoulders, it helps balance the weight and keeps it from rubbing into the hips. My husband has metal plates and screws holding his feet together from an accident, he said this belt gives him all day comfort!