Utility Knife
Also known as
Box Cutter, Stanley Knife, Retractable Knife
Used for
Cutting rope, zip ties, shrink wrap, cardboard, and soft goods like drape and scrim. An everyday carry for opening cases, trimming gaff tape ends, and cutting packing material during load-in.
Trade note
"Stanley Knife" is a brand name (Stanley Works) that became the generic British English term, similar to how "box cutter" dominates in American usage. The retractable blade design dates to the 1920s and remains the safety standard for stowing a sharp edge.
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Utility Knife is used for cutting rope, zip ties, shrink wrap, cardboard, and soft goods like drape and scrim. An everyday carry for opening cases, trimming gaff tape ends, and cutting packing material during load-in. It is also known as Box Cutter, Stanley Knife, Retractable Knife. Trade note: "Stanley Knife" is a brand name (Stanley Works) that became the generic British English term, similar to how "box cutter" dominates in American usage. The retractable blade design dates to the 1920s and remains the safety standard for stowing a sharp edge.
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