Park Tool MB-1 Magnetic Parts Bowl

Bought this Park Tool magnetic bowl (I have one) for my grandson who is just getting into bicycle maintenance.Yes, the Park Tool version is more expensive, but the best you can buy.

Every garage needs a high quality magnetic bowl. The last thing you want is to lose a small piece or screw on your project. Is this a high quality bowl --- Yes it is.I have had this bowl for a while and it is my new go to bowl. Just the other day I was working on a bike when my youngest came in and knocked the bowl off the table. As I picked it up I could tell every single bolt nut and even washers were still firmly in the bowl.Because it is magnetic you can stick the bowl where you need it. Yes that is right. I stuck it to the side of my car to hold the lug nuts as I was changing tire. Most magnetic bowls could only dream of being that strong.Unlike most other magnetic bowls it is not shiny metal but painted in Park Tools blue. This is nice when working out in the sun as it does not blind you when you look at.If you know anyone who likes to work on stuff, this is a great gift idea. I know, I sure would love to have a few more.

yea sure you could get a different brand magnet bowl, but nothing as cool as park tool blue

Nice size and color. Hefty for it's size. Appears well made and has a strong magnet.

I purchased the Park Tool MB-1 Magnetic Parts Bowl to minimize the risk of losing screws, nuts, washers and other small parts during periodic maintenance. It works as advertised.

Another Park product that is disappointingly not made in the US, though the quality seems decent enough. It's a a painted metal bowl with a donut shaped magnet attached to the bottom covered by a rubber shroud. Because of the magnet's shape, any metal objects placed in the bowl are drawn towards the perimeter and held very securely. You can flip the bowl over and give it a good shake, and the contents will stay put. It probably won't take long for the paint to scuff and chip, but the only way to keep your shop tools looking pristine is to not use them.

No surprises. Nothing special. I've got others that are much cheaper that work just as well, but I wanted this one.

As with most all Park Tools, the fit and finish of this product is excellent. The magnet is very strong ensuring that you will not knock it over. If you happen to set on a non-ferrous surface and knock it off, you can be confident that they nuts and bolts will stay in the bowl. I even throw my pocket multi-tool in there to hold it. With good enough aim, and a soft touch, I could throw some hardware into the bowl from a few yards away and have it stick. The bottom has a nice rubber finish so it will not marr or scratch the surface you put it on.Keep this thing away from your phone since the magnet is so strong. It will hold nuts and bolts in there upside down or on the refrigerator if you wanted. Highly recommended to any bike, car, or blue color enthusiast.