Knives & box cutters

Knives and Box Cutters

We offer an extensive range of specialist, ergonomically designed knives and box cutters suitable for numerous applications. Our safety box cutter, snap-off box cutter, heavy duty auto-retractable safety knife, right-handed retractable safety knife and left-hand retractable safety knife are all created with user safety in mind. Each tool is designed to be strong and durable, making them ideal for use with packaging materials such as boxes and stretch wrap.

Kite Knife

Our compact knife is designed for precision work. Its strong, serrated edge allows the user to cut clean, accurate openings such as box handles, something not easily achieved with knives designed only for straight cuts.

Auto-Retractable Knives - Left and Right Handed

Our auto-retractable knives are a practical solution for a range of tasks and are available for both left and right-handed users. They are suitable for:

• Opening cardboard boxes
• Slicing adhesive packaging tape
• Cutting thick plastic
• Cutting through plastic straps, including polyester strapping

The auto-retractable feature enhances safety, as the blade retracts automatically once pressure is removed.

Safety Box Cutter

Our safety box cutter includes:

• A cover cap to contain the hook blade
• A moulded handle for improved grip and stability

The guarded blade cuts effectively through:

• Stretch film
• Polythene
• Plastic strapping
• Bubble wrap

Snap-Off Knife

This multi-use knife features an 18mm lockable blade, allowing you to secure it in position while working and then safely lock it down after use.

Key features include:

• 18mm snap-off blade
• Multiple blade sections for quick replacement
• Spare blades available

Heavy Duty Auto-Retractable Safety Knife

Ideal for general warehousing use, this knife is designed for cutting thicker materials. The auto-retracting blade helps reduce the risk of injury by retracting automatically when pressure is removed. Spare blades are available for this model.

What Is the Difference Between Auto-Retractable and Retractable?

Auto-retractable knives retract the blade automatically when contact with the cutting surface is lost. Retractable knives remain extended until manually retracted. Spare blades are available for all of our auto-retractable knife designs.

Spare Blades

We stock spare blades for:

• Snap-off knives (including blades with 8 snap-off sections)
• All auto-retractable knives, including heavy duty and left/right-handed versions

What are box cutters used for?

Box cutters are used for opening and cutting packaging materials such as cardboard boxes, stretch film, polythene, plastic strapping, adhesive tape and thicker plastics. Different models in our range support tasks from clean precision cuts to heavier warehouse use.

Are there left-handed options available?

Yes. Our auto-retractable knives are available in both right-handed and left-handed versions, allowing users to choose a tool that feels comfortable and safe to operate.

What makes a box cutter different from a standard knife?

A box cutter is designed specifically for opening and cutting packaging materials such as cardboard, stretch film and strapping. Many models include safety features like hook blades or auto-retracting mechanisms to reduce the risk of injury.