DeWalt warranty for knives & multitools
The short version
DeWalt doesn't cover everything, but keeps whole tool covered for life. That full coverage is the same as most of the 25 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From DeWalt's published warranty, checked October 2026.
What's covered
Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to lifetime
- Partial coverageWhole toolLifetime
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Accidental breaks and misuse
Good to know before you buy
- Covers the original buyer only.
- Only applies if the package says the tool has a limited lifetime warranty.
- Tools with electronic parts are covered for 1 year instead.
- You may be asked for proof of purchase.
How other brands compare for knives & multitools
- 1. Buck Knives75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 2. Cuda75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 3. Gerber75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 4. Husky75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 5. Victorinox75/100 · Full: Lifetime
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for knives & multitools.
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
- Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
- Cabela'sMost items60 days
Show all 11 stores
- West MarineMost items60 days
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
- Tractor SupplyMost items30 days
- Murdoch's Ranch & Home SupplyMountain West storesMost items30 days
- Rural KingMidwest storesMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for knives & multitools where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
Other things DeWalt makes
- Car Batteries & Jump Starters43/100Full: 3 years. No partial coverage.
- Flashlights & Work Lights43/100Full: 3 years. No partial coverage.
- Hand Tools75/100Full: Lifetime. No partial coverage.
- Lawn Mowers26/100Full: 1 year. Partial to 3 years.
- Outerwear & Jackets26/100Full: 1 year. Partial to 3 years.
- Power Tools43/100Full: 3 years. No partial coverage.
- Pressure Washers15/100Full: None. Partial to 2 years.
- Safety Glasses & Hearing Protection45/100Full: None. Partial to lifetime.
- Work Boots13/100Full: 3 months. No partial coverage.
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