Maker Gear X-ACTO

X-ACTO

The classic hobby knife — a pencil-thin handle and a

X-ACTO

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Best for Trimming 3D prints and modelscutting paper and thin plasticdecals and stencils

A utility knife is great for boxes and drywall, but it’s too big for detail work. A precision knife holds like a pen, so you can follow a line, cut a tight curve, or shave a little plastic off the edge of a 3D print without gouging the part.

The Z-Series is the classic #1 X-ACTO handle with a coated #11 blade. Nothing fancy, and that’s the point: replacement blades are easy to find, so there’s no reason to keep cutting with a dull one.

Pro tip Make several light passes instead of one hard one, and always cut away from the hand that holds the part. A fresh blade needs much less pressure, which is also what makes it safer.

Why we like it

✓Holds like a pencil, so you can cut curves and tight corners
✓#11 blade with a zirconium nitride coating
✓Aluminum handle with a safety cap
✓Takes standard X-ACTO

Keep in mind

!Comes with one blade — buy a pack of spares, a dull
!Not for heavy cuts; use a utility knife for cardboard and drywall

Knife: #1 precision
Blade: #11 Z-Series, zirconium nitride coated
Handle: Aluminum
Cuts: Paper, plastic, balsa, thin metal, cloth, film
Includes: Knife, 1 blade, safety cap
Model: XZ3601

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