Wow! I have seen a couple of people on youtube use a “box cutter” before, but sort of laughed. Who in their right mind would try to cut drywall with a dime store box cutter…
First, this is a tool - not what I am used to seeing at all. I have a very dim view of box cutters after the blade snapped on one unused years ago and almost cut me badly enough for stitches. I relative died and I found the above typical box cutter in their shop. I kept it around, but didn’t use it.
I decided to try the olfa knife primarily because I knew ai could return it. I never dreamed that it would become a permanent fixture in my pocket. This again is not a cheap piece of plastic, it has body and weight. The blades (besides looking really cool) are stout. Besides being wider, they are also more like what you would expect to have in a razor knife. I have waited until after i had given this knife a real work out to write my review. So far I have not broken a blade - even though a couple of times I had at least 4 section exposed. The knife is also somewhat ergonomic. Typically when I have worked with my hands all day, they begin to ache - when something doesn’t ache - it tells me it feels right. I could see this knife being used all day without a problem.
I feel stupid because for two or three years, I have scoffed at people I have watched using these. Well, I plan to have more of an open mind when it comes to tools and techniques. The older I get, the more I appreciate good tools and despise cheap tools - this tool is not only a keeper, but I bought a second one to leave in my shop. I am sold!
| Material | Alloy Steel |
|---|---|
| Brand | OLFA |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Item Length | 8.75 Inches |
| Handle Material | Fiberglass,Fiberglass Handle,Rubber,Stainless-steel,Steel |
| Blade Material | Alloy Steel |
| Item Weight | 4.2 Ounces |
| Blade Length | 25 Millimeters |
| Style | Fine |
| Handle Type | Manual-Retractable |
| Manufacturer | Olfa |
| Part Number | 1071858 |
| Item Weight | 4.2 ounces |
| Item model number | 1071858 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 25mm |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | Locking Blades |
| Included Components | .......... |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | guaranteed forever |
