Commando Products Chalk Holder Clear Anodized Handle with Standard School Chalk

To the person who gave this one star, shame on you. Breaking chalk is hardly the fault of the holder and more often the product of someone who doesn't know how to use it properly, or 'not recklessly'.I've used chalk chucks for nearly 20 years now, we use them in the film business for marking actors. They're invaluable and save a lot of time. I've tried and tested quite a few over the years and this one gets my vote because of one major factor that I've never seen before, and for some insane reason, it's not mentioned in the product description or any of the reviews.The chalk is dispensed with a screw release top, loosen and chalk comes out, tighten and chalk stays in place. Whereas most chalk chucks rely on a spring top which you press like a click pen. This chuck is light, it's easy to grip, hold the chalk in place firmly, and has stood the rigors of my workdays for over a month now, no breaking chalk, comes with a little tube, and I'll definitely buy another.The DELUXE CHALK KEEPER CHALK HOLDER by THE STIKKIWORKS CO, sells here on Amazon for 2 dollars more, and is really rugged and hardy, but it's spring loaded. So, if you like the idea of a screw dispenser buy this, otherwise get the Stikkiworks one!DELUXE CHALK KEEPER CHALK HOLDER

Of the three chalk holders I purchased, this is by far the best. The others were either too thick (plastic) or the chalk would slide in when writing on the board. This one holds the chalk well - the clip prevents it from rolling on desk - nice touch. The free, clear case is wonderful - keeps my bag clean. Yes, you have to unscrew the bottom when sliding out more chalk but that takes less than 2 seconds. I do it while talking to the class. I will be purchasing a couple more; One to have "ready to go" in case I don't want to stop for a few seconds. The other will be for colored chalk. Great product.

I needed a chalk holder that I could pack into my tool bag and travel with. I think this will fill the bill. The construction is first-rate. U.S. made. Nicely machined aluminum. Almost reminds me of a Mag-lite, though not as heavy. Perfect fit for chalk that is 3/8" OD (exact).Comes in a high-grade square plastic tube for protection (as if it needed it).Uses a twist-type collet chuck. If there is a short piece stuck inside, you would have to push something slender in from the back end to knock it out. Minor inconvience owing to the no-slop fit for 3/8" chalk. The back end is open for this very reason. The black tip you see on the top is an open bushing.The knurling is a bit sharp (my wife noticed this), but if your hands are that delicate, you could easily knock the points down a bit with some fine sand paper (I would use 400 grit carbide paper if it bothered me). They even knurled the upper end in two bands to keep the pocket clip from sliding off.Some might prefer a push-button advance mechanism for frequent and continuous use as in a class-room. Personal preference I guess. I prefer the absolute quality of this product rather than taking a chance on some of the others shown at Amazon.This fits the Sargent Art 66-2012 chalk perfectly.

This chalk holder works in principle but become difficult to use if the chalk breaks. Shortly after opening the package I accidentally dropped the holder with a piece of chalk in it. The chalk broke off at the end and in several places within the holder. I had to find a screw driver to push the chalk out of the holder as you could not grab the broken end and the other broken pieces would not enter the clamping potion. Even after loosening the clamp completely it was still far too restrictive to easily remove the chalk. Note, the chalk can not come out of the other end.Works for holding chalk, just don't drop it or it will be holding a bunch of little pieces.

I bought this after I got a student assistant job as an undergrad. I was doing a lot of writing with chalk, and I was tired of my hands getting dirty. This tool really is great. It holds the chalk very securely, so there's no worry of slipping. The size makes it easy to use. My only issue is the anodizing could be a bit more resilient - I'm not sure what standard the company used, but something like Mil spec Type III anodizing might hold up better to abrasion.Overall, great tool for the job.

This Chalk holder is wonderful. I love it, it is so much nicer and cheaper than the other holders I purchased at the same time. I liked it so much that I just went and purchased one of each color. Also, the chalk that comes with it is awesome(Prang). With the chalk that writes so smoothly and with the holder being so comfortable to hold, I'm in writing heaven. So much better than the $10 ones that I purchased at the same time. Gotta get more of that chalk and give the Crayola that I just bought to the kids. The twist tightening is much more effective than the push button on the others I got. I keep bumping the button and the chalk either slips in the holder or falls out but it does have a smoother grip than these and is better suited for children. Not a problem with the Commando. The grip on the Commando is a bit abrasive, but not an issue with my callused finger.BTW, if you are going to buy Prang chalk, do it from Office Max, not here. Only $ .79 per box there.

I purchased this holder because it was more expensive than the other holders and the reviews. I have to agree with the other reviews, it is too timely to replace chalk and it does break the chalk if you do it too tight. To have to do it JUST right. I got tired of it after three times of trying to replace the chalk. And I just use it for home to make lists and to draw a family friendly image once and a blue moon. I can't imagine a teacher or someone who uses this all the time using this. The nice thing is its very heavy amd nicely made, the design is flawed. I purchased one that 6.00 and it's worked much better