IRWIN Launches 5 New Utility Knives
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IRWIN Tools introduces a complete line of ergonomic and durable utility knives and specialty knives to maximize tradesmen's productivity in extreme and ever-changing work environments. Each of IRWIN Tools' new knives — the ProTouch Retractable Utility Knife, Drywall Fixed Utility Knife, General Contractor Knife, Linoleum Knife and Carpet Knife — features tailored innovations and advantages for specific tradesmen's needs.
Roofers hate to be slowed by cumbersome knives and blades on rooftops. IRWIN's new ProTouch Retractable Utility Knife (item #1774106) speeds up the job with its quick-change blade mechanism; roofers now can instantly remove a dull blade and replace it with a new one. Further increasing convenience for the roofer is the hinged blade storage for up to 10 blades. The ProTouch Retractable Utility Knife's new rubberized trigger grip and custom-angled shape make it easier to cut a variety of roofing materials that have been affected by extreme weather conditions.
The Drywall Fixed Utility Knife (item #1774103) has an optimized slim nose that allows fast-working drywall installers greater control, while the trigger grip offers cutting-on-the-pull efficiency and ergonomics. Increased accuracy and productivity—combined with less fatigue — are the results. In addition, the fixed blade affords precise scoring, and the all-steel casing features a half-turn thumbscrew for easy, tool-free access to the knife's five-blade storage chamber.
For all-purpose jobsite toughness and reliability, the General Contractor Utility Knife (item #1774105) is a versatile workhorse. Contractors will value the embedded push-and-slide opening mechanism for access to the five-blade storage chamber, an innovation that operates only when the contractor retracts the blade.
Carpet installers will appreciate the ergonomics of IRWIN’s new Carpet Knife (item #1774107), highlighted by a steeper-angled handle, keeping hands above the carpet for a fast and accurate cutting stroke. A three-quarter-turn thumbscrew affords tool-free access to the knife’s five-blade storage compartment so that installers can quickly and easily change blades.
Linoleum installers will value the durability and ease of the new IRWIN Linoleum Knife (item #1774108). Its hardwood handle stands up against accidental drops and extreme jobsite conditions, and the knife’s curved hook blade ensures efficient cutting on the pull.
The suggested U.S. retail price for the ProTouch Retractable Utility Knife is $9.99. The Drywall Fixed Utility Knife’s suggested U.S. retail price is $8.99, and the General Contractor Knife is $8.99. The suggested U.S. retail price for the Carpet Knife is $9.99 and the Linoleum Knife is $3.99. IRWIN specialty knives are available at home centers, hardware stores and industrial tool distributors throughout the U.S. and Canada.