popular Posted by Rokket | Staff • Feb 22, 2025
Feb 22, 2025 7:51 AM
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Item 1 of 4
popular Posted by Rokket | Staff • Feb 22, 2025
Feb 22, 2025 7:51 AM
7" Dewalt Premium Retractable Utility Knife $7 at Ace Hardware w/ Free Store Pickup
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I've been happy with mine and like that the blade locks into 3-different extended lengths. I don't see any mention of the DeWalt model also being able to lock into multiple extended length positions.
Comparing the specs, the DeWalt pros over the cheaper Home Depot model are:
• DeWalt comes w/ 5 blades instead of 4 (one installed plus 3 extra)
• DeWalt's blade changing is much easier
• DeWalt's keychain hole (or whatever it's called) appears to have a latch
• DeWalt has a built paper cutter slot that can be used while the blade is retracted
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I've been happy with mine and like that the blade locks into 3-different extended lengths. I don't see any mention of the DeWalt model also being able to lock into multiple extended length positions.
Comparing the specs, the DeWalt pros over the cheaper Home Depot model are:
• DeWalt comes w/ 5 blades instead of 4 (one installed plus 3 extra)
• DeWalt's blade changing is much easier
• DeWalt's keychain hole (or whatever it's called) appears to have a latch
• DeWalt has a built paper cutter slot that can be used while the blade is retracted
Good to know! I didn't see that feature mentioned on the Ace or Amazon product pages. Thanks!
> Does the cheaper option need the assistance of a Phillips head screwdriver or drill to change the blade?
Yes. A phillips head screwdriver is needed to open to the extra-blade storage compartment and to change the blade.
- Metal vs plastic construction
- Ergonomic shape
- Other ergonomic features like rubber grips
If you're doing a lot of cutting it's a lot more pleasant with a fancier unit. I personally have the Bosch and like it but this Dewalt looks comparable.Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.