Contractor-Grade Automatic Squeeze Load and Retract Soft-Grip Utility Knife
Manufacturer: Neiko Tools USA
Customer Rating:
, based on 5 reviews
Lowest Price: $7.99
By Supplier: Jack's Tool Shed
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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We've tried a lot of utility knives over the years but none have come close to the Super-Duty Utility Knife in either cutting performance or ease-of-use features. The first thing you'll notice is the substantial, ergonomic feel in your hand--this isn't your typical 'throw-away' utility knife; this one is built to last in rigorous conditions. The most amazing feature is the way the blade extends and retracts automatically: squeeze the soft-grip and the blade extends; flip the perfectly-placed thumb-switch and it retracts. When its time to replace the blade, the old one drops out with a push of a button--squeeze the handle and a new blade is loaded automatically. Comes pre-loaded with 5 self-storing blades; also accepts hook-style linoleum blades.
It's quite large, with an impressive heft that feels good in your hand--almost TOO big, unless a utility knife is central to your occupation: If you only use a knife occasionally, this one may take up too much room in your toolbox. On the other hand, if you go through several knife blades in a day, this is the tool for you.
The blade stays safely retracted until you need it, then a quick squeeze brings it out. The blade is then firmly locked in place until you retract it with the flick of a thumb-button. No flipping, folding, or switching grips is necessary... which means you'll probably be less likely to set it aside, then injure yourself reaching for an already-opened knife.
Better still, changing blades is almost ridiculously easy: Just press a small button near the tip, and pull the old blade right out. A quick squeeze of the handle instantly loads a fresh blade from the knife's internal 5-blade stash.
On the downside, if you want to get full mileage out of your blades, you'll have to flip them over and re-load them to use the other side. Still, if you're carpeting, roofing, installing vinyl flooring, or some other job where a good utility knife is your best friend, I can't think of a better choice.
- The essential, workaday utility knife in a heavy-duty, automatic extend and retract version
- Squeeze handle to extend blade; push-button auto-retract
- Quick-release used blade, auto-load new blade instantly and safely (holds 5 new blades)
- Comfortable, soft-grip ergonomic handle with thumb groove, heavy-duty zinc body for durability
- If you use a razor knife at work, shop or home you owe yourself a better utility knife!
We've tried a lot of utility knives over the years but none have come close to the Super-Duty Utility Knife in either cutting performance or ease-of-use features. The first thing you'll notice is the substantial, ergonomic feel in your hand--this isn't your typical 'throw-away' utility knife; this one is built to last in rigorous conditions. The most amazing feature is the way the blade extends and retracts automatically: squeeze the soft-grip and the blade extends; flip the perfectly-placed thumb-switch and it retracts. When its time to replace the blade, the old one drops out with a push of a button--squeeze the handle and a new blade is loaded automatically. Comes pre-loaded with 5 self-storing blades; also accepts hook-style linoleum blades.
Customer Reviews:
Broke after 2 uses, highly dissapointed --
Broke after 2 uses, highly dissapointed -- I loved its functionability, sad that it broke so fast just opening boxes 2008-10-26
good
i like it, but the only problem is if i neeed to clean the inside of it, i have to break the seal of th palm rubber ,and it doesn't go back cuz it is glued, and it feels like it ruins the knife. fix that and il keep buying them, thankyou 2008-04-20
Fastest Knife in the West... or East!
Admittedly, I'm not a contractor, so this is way more knife than I think I'll ever need. That doesn't change the fact that this is one seriously impressive piece of equipment!
It's quite large, with an impressive heft that feels good in your hand--almost TOO big, unless a utility knife is central to your occupation: If you only use a knife occasionally, this one may take up too much room in your toolbox. On the other hand, if you go through several knife blades in a day, this is the tool for you.
The blade stays safely retracted until you need it, then a quick squeeze brings it out. The blade is then firmly locked in place until you retract it with the flick of a thumb-button. No flipping, folding, or switching grips is necessary... which means you'll probably be less likely to set it aside, then injure yourself reaching for an already-opened knife.
Better still, changing blades is almost ridiculously easy: Just press a small button near the tip, and pull the old blade right out. A quick squeeze of the handle instantly loads a fresh blade from the knife's internal 5-blade stash.
On the downside, if you want to get full mileage out of your blades, you'll have to flip them over and re-load them to use the other side. Still, if you're carpeting, roofing, installing vinyl flooring, or some other job where a good utility knife is your best friend, I can't think of a better choice.
2008-03-30
knife is great
I had a similar knife and loved it. The quick action blade is great. My loving wife found one after my old knife wore out and it was the best present I have gotten in a long time. I looked for a similar knife for two years. If you get this knife you will never want to use another knife--trust me!!! Like the other review stated buy several knives so you are never without one!!
2008-02-16
Best Utility Knife available
I'm a contactor who's always on the lookout for tools that increase productivity. Old utility knives required a flat head screwdriver to open the knife and change the blade. Improvements have been made, notably Stanley's knife that allows the user to press a button and flip the blade that's in use. This knife takes that one step further. You remove the used blade, retract the knife, and squeeze the handle and a new blade is loaded! Fastest blade change ever. Great product. Buy ten and store them, because workers are going to walk off with them! 2007-10-14
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