--- product_id: 163352099 title: "Metal-Handle Utility Knife, Finger Friendly Ceramic Blade, Auto Retracts for Safety, Heavy Metal Handle, Comfortable Grip, Stores Extra Blade, Ambidextrous, Easy Blade Change" brand: "slice" price: "€ 44.41" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Slice" url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/163352099-metal-handle-utility-knife-finger-friendly-ceramic-blade-auto-retracts store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # 11x longer-lasting ceramic blade Tool-free blade change & storage Auto-retracting safety feature Metal-Handle Utility Knife, Finger Friendly Ceramic Blade, Auto Retracts for Safety, Heavy Metal Handle, Comfortable Grip, Stores Extra Blade, Ambidextrous, Easy Blade Change **Brand:** slice **Price:** € 44.41 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔪 Cut with confidence, slice with style — safety never looked this sharp! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Metal-Handle Utility Knife, Finger Friendly Ceramic Blade, Auto Retracts for Safety, Heavy Metal Handle, Comfortable Grip, Stores Extra Blade, Ambidextrous, Easy Blade Change by slice - **How much does it cost?** € 44.41 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/163352099-metal-handle-utility-knife-finger-friendly-ceramic-blade-auto-retracts) ## Best For - slice enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted slice brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built for Every Hand:** Ambidextrous metal handle with ergonomic grip ensures comfort and control for left- and right-handers alike. - • **Efficiency On Demand:** Integrated blade storage and tool-free blade change keep you moving fast without fumbling for replacements. - • **Safety First, Always:** Auto-retracting blade instantly hides when released, preventing accidents and workplace injuries. - • **Cut Smarter, Not Harder:** Ceramic blade lasts 11.2x longer than steel, slicing through packaging with unmatched precision and safety. - • **Trusted by Industry Leaders:** Used by half of Fortune 1000 companies, this knife is the professional’s go-to for safe, reliable cutting. ## Overview The Slice 10491 Metal-Handle Utility Knife features a durable metal body paired with a finger-friendly zirconium oxide ceramic blade that lasts over 11 times longer than traditional steel blades. Its auto-retracting mechanism ensures maximum safety by instantly hiding the blade when not in use. Designed for both left- and right-handed users, it includes on-board blade storage and a tool-free blade change system, making it a trusted choice for professionals and Fortune 1000 companies alike. ## Description The Slice 10491 Auto-Retractable Metal-Handle Utility Knife combines a sleek-but-sturdy metal handle with Slice’s proprietary safety blade for a powerful, safe tool. Slice finger-friendly blades last up to 11.2 times longer than steel blades and are safe to the touch. With on-board blade storage—a quick-open blade garage—and a tool-free blade change mechanism, this knife works as hard as you do. The installed 10524 rounded-tip blade retracts automatically when the slider is released, ensuring that the blade is never left exposed between jobs. The optional 10525 pointed-tip blade and 10523 serrated blade expand the possible applications for this ambidextrous safety knife. Review: Works even though marketed as “safe”. - Employer made me buy this since they didn’t approve of my folding blade pocket knife being used to cut open boxes at work. Works as expected, cuts cardboard and box tape and won’t lacerate fingers making company happy no ER finger visits. Durable, good quality. Review: Excellent - Excellent ## Features - SLICE HAS SOLD OVER 10 MILLION UNITS: One of Slice's Best Sellers for 10 Years! Over a Million Units Sold, which means a Million Hands have safely cut and opened all different types of packaging. - PERFECT FOR: Opening cardboard boxes, Cutting a variety of materials: zip ties, corrugated, clamshell packaging, tape, banding, and plastic film, Breaking down boxes - THE POWER OF ZIRCONIUM OXIDE CERAMIC BLADE - NEVER RUSTS: Ceramic blade cuts thin materials effectively while safeguarding fingers with our signature finger-friendly edge. Lasts 11x Longer than Metal. - DESIGNED WITH EASE IN MIND: Use Left or Right Handed. Finger-friendly blade is the only safety blade on the market, Blade auto-retraction for additional safeguarding, Durable metal handle built for industrial use and comfort. Its tool-free blade-change mechanism and in-handle blade storage help frontline workers to operate efficiently. - USED BY HALF OF THE FORTUNE 1000 COMPANIES: Small, portable, and magnetic. Designed to help prevent injuries (Auto Retractable) . Oil Free, Non-sparking, non-conductive, non-magnetic blade. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07SMXCP15 | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #100,985 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #137 in Smoke Detectors & Fire Alarms #556 in Utility Knives | | Blade Edge | serrated | | Blade Material | Metal | | Brand | Slice | | Color | Blade Automatically Retracts | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (70) | | Date First Available | June 1, 2019 | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00895142104910 | | Handle Material | Metal Handle,Steel | | Included Components | 1 Auto-Retractable Knife | | Item Length | 0.94 Inches | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 3.67 ounces | | Item model number | 10491 | | Manufacturer | Slice | | Material | Metal | | Number Of Pieces | 1 | | Part Number | 10491 | | Power Source | Hand Powered | | Size | 1 Utility Knife | | Style | Retractable | | UPC | 895142104910 | | Usage | Amateur, Professional | ## Product Details - **Blade Material:** Metal - **Brand:** Slice - **Color:** Blade Automatically Retracts - **Handle Material:** Metal Handle,Steel - **Item Length:** 0.94 Inches - **Item Weight:** 104 Grams - **Manufacturer:** Slice - **Material:** Metal - **Style:** Retractable - **UPC:** 895142104910 ## Images ![Metal-Handle Utility Knife, Finger Friendly Ceramic Blade, Auto Retracts for Safety, Heavy Metal Handle, Comfortable Grip, Stores Extra Blade, Ambidextrous, Easy Blade Change - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61--5zyfljL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works even though marketed as “safe”. *by R***N on November 22, 2025* Employer made me buy this since they didn’t approve of my folding blade pocket knife being used to cut open boxes at work. Works as expected, cuts cardboard and box tape and won’t lacerate fingers making company happy no ER finger visits. Durable, good quality. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent *by R***R on December 3, 2025* Excellent ### ⭐⭐⭐ Box tutor *by N***N on January 1, 2026* The product's durability did not meet expectations for extended use. While the box cutter performs adequately, it is not suitable for daily application. ## Frequently Bought Together - Slice 10491 Utility Knife, Finger Friendly Ceramic, Auto Retracts for Safety, Heavy Metal Handle, Comfortable Grip, Stores Extra, Ambidextrous, Easy Change, Non-Locking Blade - Slice 10545 Ceramic Scissors (Large) Comfortable Scissors With Finger-Friendly Ceramic Safety Blades To Reduce Injuries – Ideal For The Home, Office, Warehouse or Factory - Slice 10562 Folding Utility Knife | Essential Home & Work Knife for Quick, Safe and Effective Cutting | Finger-Friendly Ceramic Safety Knife Blade Stays Sharp Up to 11X Longer , Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sk/products/163352099-metal-handle-utility-knife-finger-friendly-ceramic-blade-auto-retracts](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/163352099-metal-handle-utility-knife-finger-friendly-ceramic-blade-auto-retracts) --- *Product available on Desertcart Slovakia* *Store origin: SK* *Last updated: 2026-05-28*