STANLEY 10-099 Classic 99 6'' Retractable Utility Knife with 3 Heavy-Duty Blades (Steel Grey)

Good

Material is very good.Easy to use & assembleGrip & size is the best

The first hands on impression was just amazing. When you hold it in your hands you know how sturdy heavy it is built and it can withstand anything. It's a heavy (weight) and that's a good thing you don't need to press too hard to cut anything. The blades are super strong and the snap-off blades are no match for it. Sharpness wise it is very sharp but not extraordinary razor sharp as it is meant for heavy duty work. This is my first trapezoidal utility knife so I can't compare the blades with any other brand but these blades are thick and super strong. I tested cutting MDF and popsicle sticks and it cuts 10 times better than any offline market snap-off knives. Overall i got it at 315 and at this price it is worth every penny. You get 2 extra blades in the compartment. One of the best purchases I've made. There is no competition. (Except maybe Taparia UK-3?)

I've been using the Stanley box cutter for a few months now, and it has become an indispensable tool in my toolbox. The durability of this cutter is exceptional, thanks to its solid metal body that can withstand the rigors of heavy use without any signs of wear or damage. It feels robust and well-made, which is exactly what I need in my line of work.One of the standout features of this box cutter is its heavy-duty design. It handles tough materials with ease, making it perfect for both professional and home use. Whether I'm opening large shipments at work or tackling DIY projects at home, this cutter makes the job effortless.The inclusion of two additional blades is a bonus. It's very convenient as it saves me the hassle and expense of buying replacements anytime soon. Changing the blades is also a breeze, which further enhances my productivity and efficiency.Overall, I highly recommend the Stanley box cutter to anyone in need of a reliable, sturdy, and efficient cutting tool

This is a much larger knife than I expected, even though the sliding blade projects only a couple of centimetres. The knife comes with three blades inside the handle (which must be unscrewed to remove and install a blade). The blades tend to rattle inside the handle during use, but the knife works well otherwise.I use this knife primarily as a marking knife for woodworking, i.e., to cut straight lines on wood using a ruler/square. For this application, I do appreciate the length of the handle, because I have large hands, but the bulk of the knife tends to obstruct my view sometimes. Also note that the blade is double-bevelled, so one has to hold it tilted to make a perfectly vertical mark. With some practice, I have learned to get along with this knife, and I certainly don't regret buying it, but it's not the ideal marking knife. Of course, it works fine as a utility knife, to cut tape and open boxes and the like.(If you are looking for the marking knife that Paul Sellers uses, this isn't it. It's much bigger and heavier than the knife he uses, which at the time of writing this review is not available on Amazon India.)Edit: one thing I forgot to mention is that the blades come hollow-ground on both sides, and therefore the edge is quite fragile and loses its keenness quickly. Nevertheless, the steel is not bad, and the blades can easily be resharpened on a whetstone or similar. It works much better after sharpening. I've been using the same blade heavily for several months, and still have two unused blades in reserve.

(Edited) After 6 months of useThe blade is dull now but I still have two other blades but the product is still in good conditionThings I liked1 - Build quality2 - Ergonomics , the shape is just perfect for holding3 - Blades are sharp plus you get 2 moreThings I didn’t like1 - Blade installation is not easy, at first I thought I got faulty piece as the blade was not going in the mould easily2 - As there are 2 extra blades stored in handle which are free moving it makes a clinging noise when you use the knife3 - I doubt the single screw will be able to hold it together for longer period4 - Blades are sharp but that’s not con 😅

Update. - Going strong for almost a year. Happy that I switched to this product from the plastic body cutters. Blades have a good life too.Key points about this Utility Knife-1. Heavy duty solid moulded metal body and good set of three blades.2. The body is very well designed and upper and lower half stay together with interlocking of the two parts and a good size screw.3. The product says Made in India and blades are marked made in England so I assume main body is made in India and assembly done here locally.4. Overall finish is good.5. If you are used to plastic body blades you will find this cutter very heavy. Feels solid in hand6. Overall length of cutter is around 6 inch.7. The blade is not auto retract. You need to push down the retracting mechanism knob to move the blade out and inside of the body.8. The blade length coming out of the body is adjustable with 3 settings.9. Two sides of blade are usable so each blade can be reused by changing the blade install orientation to the second edge when first edge gets blunt. Blades are very well built and should last long.10. The weight of blade helps you to cut things with less effort. If you do a lot of shopping online the blade works well for opening packages and carton boxes. This is my primary knife now for opening packages and boxes at home and at work .Tip - All blades come stored inside the body so its not shipped ready-to-use. Have a screwdriver handy to open the unit and install blade before first use. Blades move around in storage area so i wrapped them in a paper before putting the screw back to close the unit.Caution - As expected with sharp tools be cautious in using this cutter. Being heavy if it falls on your feet etc it can do a lot of damage. Use with care. Also posting few pictures.Will I buy it again - Definitely.