Utility knife WEDO 78 805 fixed blade 36 mm cutting width, 158 mm length, 2.1 cm thickness

WEDO 78 805 is a fixed-blade utility knife with a 36 mm cutting width, 158 mm overall length and 2.1 cm thickness. Designed for general cutting tasks in workshops, warehouses and offices, the tool features a spring-loaded trapezoid blade with fully automatic retraction and an integrated foil cutter. The casing is made of sturdy ABS plastic with a rubberized grip zone and a metal blade guide; the blade extends up to 1.5 cm and is reversible for left-handed users. Additional features include a safety lock that blocks blade advance, a protected rear blade for cutting shrink film, cords and straps, and a hanging hole for storage.

Advantages

The knife combines a robust fixed blade mechanism with fully automatic blade retraction for increased user safety during cutting operations. Its ABS housing with a rubberized grip zone delivers a secure hold, while the metal blade guide provides stable blade guidance. The reversible blade and protected rear cutter add versatility for left-handed users and for safe cutting of films and straps. The built-in safety lock and hanging hole support organised storage and safer handling.

Suitable for

• Cutting cardboard, corrugated board and sheet materials
• Opening and processing packaging and film
• Use in workshops, warehouses and office environments
• Tasks requiring a stable, durable cutter with automatic blade retraction

When it may not be suitable

This utility knife is designed for general cutting tasks and packaging work; it may not be suitable for precision trimming where very fine control or extremely thin cuts are required. It is also not intended for heavy demolition or prying tasks that could damage the blade or the ABS housing.

Key specifications

• Cutting width: 36 mm
• Overall length: 158 mm
• Body thickness: 2.1 cm
• Blade extension: up to 1.5 cm
• Blade type: trapezoid, reversible for left-handed use
• Housing material: ABS plastic with rubberized grip zone
• Features: fully automatic blade retraction, integrated foil cutter, metal blade guide, safety lock, protected rear blade, hanging hole

How to use

Hold the WEDO 78 805 by the rubberized grip zone and position the exposed trapezoid blade against the material to be cut. Apply steady pressure and draw the knife along the cutting line; the spring-loaded blade will retract automatically after the cut is completed. Use the integrated rear protected cutter for shrink film, cords and straps. Engage the safety lock when transporting or storing the knife to prevent accidental blade advancement, and hang the tool by the hanging hole if required.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended tasks: suitable for packaging, film and sheet materials but not for heavy demolition
• Blade width and extension: 36 mm blade, extends up to 1.5 cm — check compatibility with your cutting needs
• Handedness: blade is reversible for left-handed users
• Safety features: automatic blade retraction and lock — useful for environments with safety requirements

Recommendations

Replace blades at the first sign of wear to maintain clean cuts and reduce force required; always engage the safety lock when the cutter is not in use and store the tool on a secure hook or in a tool rack using the hanging hole.