These are just as handy for retrieving dropped tools as they are for dropped fasteners. As with the Flexible LED Mirror I have an LED illuminated version of this. It will lift about a kilogram… fixed magnet, no batteries, amazing.

• Retrieve dropped items.

• Test for filler in bodywork.

• Illuminate awkward spots (LED version).

• Consider the versions with LEDs.

• Look for exchangeable heads.

• Check how much weight it lifts.

• May not be suitable if you wear a pacemaker.