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B.O.A (Box Opening Assistant)-Folding Utility Knife
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SKU: coming-soon-b-o-a
Overview
This folding utility knife is built for straightforward cutting tasks where a compact, easy-to-carry tool is useful. It accepts standard utility razor blades and uses a safety-guarded thumb button for quick blade changes, making it practical for routine box opening and other general utility work. The textured glass/nylon polymer handle, pocket clip, and jimping on the blade holder are aimed at giving a secure, controlled grip during use. At 5.75 inches overall and 2.7 ounces, it stays compact without adding much bulk to a pocket or pack.
Why Hunters Choose the Outdoor Edge Cutlery
Folding Utility
Knife design offers compact carry
Accepts All
Standard utility razor blades for
Safety-guarded Thumb
Button supports quick blade changes
Textured Glass/nylon
Polymer handle provides a sure-grip
Pocket Clip
Adds convenient carry and access
Key Features
- Folding utility knife with safety-guarded thumb button for blade changes
- Accepts all standard utility razor blades
- 420J2 stainless steel blade holder with extensive jimping
- Textured glass/nylon polymer handle with pocket clip
- Blade length: 1.0 in / 2.5 cm
- Overall length: 5.75 in / 14.1 cm
- Weight: 2.7 oz / 76.5 g
Best Used For
- For hunters needing a compact folding utility knife for camp and gear prep tasks
- For users who want quick, safe blade changes with standard utility razor blades
- For pack or pocket carry when a lightweight utility knife with clip matters
- For field and workshop use where a textured grip and jimping aid control
- For anyone replacing a basic box cutter with a more secure folding design
Specifications
| Blade Compatibility | Accepts all standard utility razor blades |
|---|---|
| Blade Length | 1.0 in / 2.5 cm |
| Blade Steel | 420J2 stainless steel |
| Blade Type | Folding utility knife |
| Handle Material | Textured glass/nylon polymer |
| Jimping | Extensive jimping on the stainless steel blade holder |
| Overall Length | 5.75 in / 14.1 cm |
| Pocket Clip | Yes |
| Thumb Button | Safety-guarded thumb button |
| Weight | 2.7 oz / 76.5 g |
Pros
- Folding utility knife design offers compact carry for everyday cutting tasks.
- Accepts all standard utility razor blades for straightforward blade replacement.
- Safety-guarded thumb button supports quick blade changes.
- Textured glass/nylon polymer handle provides a sure-grip feel.
- Pocket clip adds convenient carry and access.
- Stainless steel blade holder includes extensive jimping for added control.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Uses standard utility razor blades, so performance and cutting characteristics will depend on the blade you install.
- The 1.0 in / 2.5 cm blade and folding utility format are suited to box opening and light utility work, not larger cutting tasks.
- The textured glass/nylon polymer handle and pocket clip add convenience, but this is still a compact tool rather than a full-size knife.
- The product includes a California Proposition 65 warning, which may be relevant for buyers who prioritize that disclosure.
Suggested Comparisons
- Utility knives
- Folding box cutters
- Replaceable-blade cutting tools
- Pocket carry cutting tools
Suggested Accessories
- Replacement utility blades
- Blade disposal container
- Pocket clip accessory
- Cut-resistant work gloves
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of blades does the B.O.A. folding utility knife accept?
It accepts all standard utility razor blades.
Is the blade easy to replace on this knife?
Yes. The description says blades can be replaced simply and safely using the safety-guarded thumb button.
What are the listed size and weight specifications?
The listed specs are: blade 1.0 in / 2.5 cm, overall length 5.75 in / 14.1 cm, and weight 2.7 oz / 76.5 g.
What materials are listed for the knife?
The product is constructed of 420J2 stainless steel with a sure-grip textured glass/nylon polymer handle and a stainless steel blade holder.
Does it include a pocket clip?
Yes, the long description states that it has a pocket clip.