IRWIN Tools started way back in 1885, manufactures and supplies specialised grade hand tools and superior power tool accessories globally for trade professionals to increase their productivity on the job. Its brand portfolio comprises user-preferred category leaders include IRWIN, Marathon, Vise-Grip, Speedbor, Quick-Grip, Unibit, Strait-Line and Hanson.
Retractable Utility Knife:
The Irwin Pro-Touch Retractable Knife is a practical, durable utility knife that you can use for a wide range of applications. Having used Retractable Knife for the first time, we found that the knife is quite comfortable to hold and use confidently. This 10504236 Pro-Touch retractable blade knife helps you to quickly adjust the cutting depth of the blade and enables the blades to be retracted fully into the handle when the knife is not in use. This increases the safety level of the user. A magnet serves to hold the working blade in place.
Patented quick change blade design:
Blade changing can be a bit tricky, but not with this one as the patented quick change blade mechanism that this knife comes with helps you to quickly change the blade in just a few seconds with all the internal parts remaining captive. Besides, it also facilitates blade reversal. The result, it will save your time without your having to open the knife. After you change the blade easily, you can tighten the blade with one hand and open it even while climbing up a ladder. This construction also helps you control the stiffness of the slide. However, blade changing requires some practice before you get used to and is much quicker the fifth time than your first attempt.
Three-position slide:
The tool is light and sturdy as it has a solid Aluminium Body with a great feel. This construction also increases the durability of the knife. A smooth, three-position slide helps you to use various blade lengths and enhances the durability of the knife for frequent use. You can move the knob to make fine adjustments and hold on the slide design. Keep the knob as tight as possible, if you are putting a lot of force on something. If you have to take the knife in and out of your belt continuously, then try keeping it loose.
Easy tool-free entry push button:
This Irwin 10504236 Pro-Touch knife is quite light-weight and sturdy and has an easy tool-free entry push button that helps you open the knife and offers access to replacement blades. Most of us would like the blade come out easily, but there are some who like the blade to pop out with a bit of effort, so you can work either way with this knife. There is no need for you to open the Internal blade storage that can hold up to 5 spare blades and the blade is held safe from blunting by a handy clip. This blade storage feature also accounts for less refill time.
Soft-grip ergonomic handle:
Ergonomically, this Retractable Knife has a good feel and the soft-grip, ergonomic handle design of the knife closest to the blade makes for a comparatively tight grip. This part of the tool minimizes the chances of the blade slipping through your fingers, courtesy its non-slip surface provided for increased safety and comfort when in use. The knife handle is curved at an angle of 19 degree to increase cutting power while minimizing strain and hand fatigue at the same time.
6 Blue Bi-Metal Utility Blades:
This knife comes with 6 Blue Bi-Metal Utility Blades. These blades remain sharp three times longer than normal blades. The advantage of a Bi-metal utility blade is that the hardened edge of the blade remains sharp longer than a typical carbon blade and a spring steel body (body of the blade) enables the blade to flex without breaking which is quite common among carbon body blades. This knife has an authentic manufacturer logo engraved on the surface of the handle and the blades.
Warranty:
This Retractable Knife is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing and material defect for the life of the tool under regular wear and tear, except for the damage caused during mishandling or alteration.
Safety features:
Do not leave the Retractable knife unattended with the blade exposed. Make use of gloves because ‘safety is first’. Go for only good quality blades, and do not forget to retract the blade before you try to change it. Ensure the blades are seated properly in the knife so as to avoid slippage. Use safety glasses while using this knife, in case the blades snap off unexpectedly.
Make sure your body and clothing are not in line with the path of the box cutter with each cut. Sharp blades increases safety levels for dull blades require more effort to make cuts and may lead to slippage, though this knife features a soft, non-slip surface. Always pull the knife towards you when cutting and make several passes while cutting thicker objects.
Conclusion:
There are a number of users who appreciate the safety features of the blade including the safe and secure method of changing blades and the internal storage mechanism of this Retractable Knife, just because they do not like handling the blades manually. If you are really concerned about safety, then this knife is for you and will for sure find a place in your tool belt.
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IRWIN Pro-Touch Retractable Knife – Technical Specification Table
| Manufacturer | IRWIN Tools |
| Model Name | Pro-Touch Retractable Knife |
| Model Number | 10504236 |
| Type of Knife | Retractable Knife |
| Knife use | Multi-purpose |
| No. of Blades | 6 Blue Bi-Metal Utility Blades |
| Colour/finish | Aluminium |
| Handle | Non-slip grip |
| Style of Handle | Curved design (at 19 degree angle) |
| Blade storage | Up to 5 blades |
| Protective sheaths | No |
| Suitable age | 18+ years |
| Safety feature | Spring steel body |
| Manufacturer warranty | Lifetime |
| Features | Retractable Utility Knife Patented instant change blade design Soft-grip, ergonomic Handle design Three-position slide Easy tool-free entry push button |
