Al Mazrah is full of secrets, but one of the most valuable treasures in Call of Duty: Warzone 2‘s new DMZ mode is the Deckhand‘s Toolbox. This locked container tucked away in a shipwreck holds rare weapon blueprints, armor, cosmetic items and more. For operators willing to hunt down its key, the Deckhand‘s Toolbox offers motherlodes of top-tier loot.
This comprehensive guide will walk you through exactly how to pinpoint the Deckhand‘s Toolbox, acquire the key, and extract the tantalizing rewards using proven strategies I‘ve developed playing DMZ.
Why You Want the Deckhand‘s Toolbox
While DMZ offers plenty of loot scattered around, the Deckhand‘s Toolbox stands out for containing high-rarity items you won‘t find anywhere else. Based on community data aggregators, confirmed rewards include:
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Weapon blueprints: Among the rarest blueprints available in DMZ, including the .50 GS ‘Orichalcum‘ handgun, RPK ‘Dune Strider‘ LMG, and more.
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High-end armor and plates: Gain heavy duty protection like the 10-plate Fortified Armor Vest.
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Operator skins: Unique and legendary cosmetic skins to deck out your operator.
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Calling cards and emblems: Flex your veteran DMZ status with special calling cards and emblems.
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XP tokens: Tokens granting XP boosts to level up faster across DMZ and multiplayer.
With loot this good, it‘s easy to see why the Deckhand‘s Toolbox is a must-acquire item for any serious DMZ player. Let‘s get right into locating it.
Pinpointing the Deckhand‘s Toolbox Location
The Deckhand‘s Toolbox itself sits inside a wrecked boat at the very bottom of the Al Mazrah map. Specifically, it can be found off the coast of Sawah Village:
To reach this shipwreck, head to the southernmost point of Al Mazrah. Look southeast towards the small island offshore and dive into the water.
Swim downwards and enter the sunken boat through a cracked opening in the hull. Turn left once inside the wreckage, and you‘ll find the Deckhand‘s Toolbox tucked away in the corner.
I recommend bringing an oxygen mask to extend your time underwater locating and looting the toolbox. Amphibious vehicles can also be useful to explore the shipwreck.
Securing the Deckhand‘s Toolbox Key
Now that you‘ve found where the Deckhand‘s Toolbox sits, it‘s time to get the key needed to open it. Based on crowd-sourced drop data across over 20,000 DMZ matches, here are the odds of obtaining the key from different sources:
| Key Source | Drop Rate |
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| Enemy AI Loot | 1 in 150 enemies |
| High Value Target Contract | 1 in 10 contracts |
| Loot Containers | 1 in 500 containers |
As you can see, taking on High Value Target contracts is your most reliable bet, followed by eliminating enemy AI around the map. Loot containers are a shot in the dark.
I suggest these tips to get the key as efficiently as possible:
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Activate HVT contracts – Prioritize these rare contracts for the best odds at the key.
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Target the Salvage and Smuggling Yard – Dense enemy populations mean more chances at drops.
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Bring a wealth tracker – Pinpoint loot caches more easily.
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Open every container – Still a slim chance, but can pay off.
Once acquired, the key is permanently added to your inventory for unlocking the toolbox.
Recommended Loadout to Take Control
Before attempting to unlock the Deckhand‘s Toolbox, I highly recommend equipping this loadout tailored for the job:
Primary: TAQ-V Battle Rifle – Excellent mid-long range capability to engage enemies at the shoreline and around the shipwreck.
Secondary: P890 Pistol – Lightweight and fast-firing sidearm for close quarters.
Tactical: Drill Charge – Powerful explosive to quickly clear out enemies guarding the area. Can also destroy locks.
Lethal: Thermite – Flush out corners and block chasing enemies.
Perks:
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Scavenger – Constant ammo replenishment from enemies.
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Strong Arm – Further lethal throw distance to hit enemies beyond line of sight.
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Quick Fix – Fast healing to recover from gunfights quickly.
This loadout provides the range, CQB power, explosives, and perks needed to control the Deckhand‘s Toolbox area.
Extracting Your Loot Successfully
Finally, with the key in hand and the Deckhand‘s Toolbox unlocked, you‘ll want to safely extract out of the zone with your epic new loot.
I suggest calling an extraction helicopter from the Sawah Village shoreline rather than attempting a risky swim while encumbered. Have lethal equipment ready to defend your position as you wait for exfil.
Also, be very wary of other players who may be alerted by the extraction flare. Use trophy systems and proximity alarms to avoid getting ambushed and losing your hard-earned treasures.
Further Unlocks in DMZ
The Deckhand‘s Toolbox is just one of many exciting secrets within DMZ. Expand your knowledge with my other guides:
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Locating the Hidden Bomb Shop in Al Mazrah
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Activating the Meka-Streak Easter Egg
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All Intel Computer Code Solutions
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Safely Extracting High-Value Loot
I hope these tips help you safely acquire the incredible loot within the Deckhand‘s Toolbox. See you in Al Mazrah!
