--- product_id: 225501127 title: "Amazon Basics Heavy Duty Retractable Auto-Load Ergonomic Utility Knife 3-Position Locking Blade with 4 Replaceable Blades in Designed Storage, Black/Silver" brand: "amazon basics" price: "€ 17.24" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Amazon Basics" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/225501127-amazon-basics-heavy-duty-retractable-auto-load-ergonomic-utility-knife store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # 3-position secure blade lock SK5 high carbon steel blades Heavy-duty zinc alloy build Amazon Basics Heavy Duty Retractable Auto-Load Ergonomic Utility Knife 3-Position Locking Blade with 4 Replaceable Blades in Designed Storage, Black/Silver **Brand:** amazon basics **Price:** € 17.24 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”§ Cut smarter, not harder β€” the last utility knife you'll ever need! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Amazon Basics Heavy Duty Retractable Auto-Load Ergonomic Utility Knife 3-Position Locking Blade with 4 Replaceable Blades in Designed Storage, Black/Silver by amazon basics - **How much does it cost?** € 17.24 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/225501127-amazon-basics-heavy-duty-retractable-auto-load-ergonomic-utility-knife) ## Best For - amazon basics enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted amazon basics brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Effortless Blade Swaps:** Quick-release mechanism with 4 replaceable SK5 blades stored inside the handle - β€’ **Versatile Cutting Power:** Perfect for everything from delicate crafts to heavy-duty materials like drywall and carpet - β€’ **Safety Meets Convenience:** Secure locking system prevents accidental blade exposure when not in use - β€’ **Precision at Your Fingertips:** Adjustable 3-stage retractable blade for exact cuts every time - β€’ **Built to Last, Designed to Perform:** Robust zinc alloy body with anti-slip rubber grip for ultimate durability and control ## Overview The Amazon Basics Heavy Duty Retractable Utility Knife combines professional-grade SK5 high carbon steel blades with a durable zinc alloy body and ergonomic rubber grip. Featuring a 3-position adjustable blade lock and an easy quick-release blade change system with built-in storage for 4 spare blades, it delivers precision, safety, and convenience for all your cutting tasksβ€”from crafts to heavy-duty projects. ## Description From the manufacturer desertcart Basics utility knife, heavy-duty, rubber handle, retractable blade, 3-stage, with lock, incl. 4 spare blades With the durable rubber-handled utility knife from desertcart Basics, you'll have a reliable blade at your fingertips for a variety of projects. This dependable tool features a retractable blade that adjusts to 3 different positions for precise trimming when needed. Ideal for everyday use such as opening boxes, arts and crafts projects, and special projects that require cutting of carpet, drywall, vinyl and other heavy-duty materials. Zinc alloy utility knives for DIY projects and general uses Non-slip rubber handle 5 SK5 blades total Retractable blade with 3 adjustable lengths Quick release mechanism and safety lock Durable zinc alloy construction Whether it's for a family camping trip or home renovations, the desertcart Basics utility knife comes in handy for many tasks. With a robust zinc alloy construction and a total of 5 SK5 blades (1 already installed, 4 available as spares for later), this knife is built for dependable longevity and durability. Non-slip handle and multiple blade positions Thanks to the non-slip, pleasantly soft rubber handle and the quick-release function, you can work confidently and effortlessly with the universal knife from desertcart Basics. Enjoy precision cuts and an easy safety lock to protect against accidental injury when not in use. You can adjust the retractable blade to 3 different positions depending on your project needs, each of which securely lock. Review: desertcart beats Stan - I have had -and lost- several knives of this sort over the years. All have been by the brand leader and, as a result, my expectations of them were high. However, they never quite lived up to expectationsas I found small but significant shortcomings in ease of use, convenience, and ease of changing blades. I had lost yet another and needing a replacement, I thought I'd give the desertcart Basics one a try, partly because of the price, good reviews, the description and apparent ease of use. The next day delivery provided by desertcart was another factor in its favour. It arrived yesterday and I soon got the immediate job I needed it for done and dusted. How I wish I'd bought one of these before. The first thing that was pleasing was the sensible packaging it came in - none of that stupid plastic bubble stuff that's impossible to get into without some cutting tool - stanley knife anyone????!!!!. Mercifully, mine arrived in a small but solid cardboard box. And yes, there were instructions although desertcart's site had video's and pdf versions of the instructions too. Actually the instructions are almost redundant. Once you have twigged to the purpose of the red plasic lock widget, how to remove it and and also put it back, the basic usage of the knife is pretty self evident. There are a couple of settings that allow the blade to be used with one of three possible blade extensions making it useful for different cutting jobs. Although there's no blade auto-change facility - given the price I wouldn't expect this - the folding design makes it very easy to change blades manually - the knife can hold three spare blades in the handle. The simplicity means there's less to go wrong too, always a virtue in my book. The knife seems well made and I like the design which is well thought out and provides a good balance between ease of use, convenience, and price without safety being sacrificed. Only real minus point is that plastic locking widget. It is perhaps too easy to lose and given the important role it plays in storing the knife safely, some way of making it an integral part of the knive seems desirable. Nevertheless, I'll stick with 5 stars as I can't award 4.5 Review: Perfect craft knife - Good quality build, with ability to lock blade out fully or half way, also great to see the spare blades are already inside the knife itself with just a push button to open it up for easy blade storage and management, much nicer feel then other cheap blades of similar type, would buy again ## Features - Professional quality: Heavy duty zinc-alloy utility knife with SK5 blade and rubber anti-slip cushion grip handle - Fully retracting and locking: Retractable and adjustable blade slides open to 3 different blade lengths for exact cuts and easily retracts to lock safely when not in use; extra blades store easily inside body of knife - Easy change and quick release: Just extend the blade, press the button and reverse or switch. Comes with 4 heavy duty reversible high carbon SK5 blades with replacement designed storage built inside body of knife - Best for general and precision cutting: Slice through cardboard, carpet, drywall, rope, vinyl, leather, flooring, and wood; use for box cutting, arts and crafts ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07TDTLFPT | | Best Sellers Rank | 1,284 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 1 in Utility Knives (DIY & Tools) | | Blade Material | High Carbon Steel | | Blade material | High Carbon Steel | | Brand | Amazon Basics | | Colour | Black and Silver | | Country of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 3,042 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00672352800258 | | Handle Material | Rubber | | Handle Type | Auto-Retractable | | Handle material | Rubber | | Item Length | 3 Inches | | Item Weight | 168 g | | Item length | 3 Inches | | Manufacturer | Amazon Basics | | Material | Rubber | | Model Number | DS-CKAMZ003 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Part Number | DS-CKAMZ003 | | Product Style | Retractable Utility Knife | | UPC | 672352800258 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Blade material:** High Carbon Steel - **Brand:** Amazon Basics - **Colour:** Black and Silver - **Handle material:** Rubber - **Item length:** 3 Inches - **Item weight:** 0.37 Pounds - **Material:** Rubber - **Number of Packs:** 1 - **Style:** Retractable Utility Knife - **Unit count:** 1.0 count ## Images ![Amazon Basics Heavy Duty Retractable Auto-Load Ergonomic Utility Knife 3-Position Locking Blade with 4 Replaceable Blades in Designed Storage, Black/Silver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51yyAqNCJWL.jpg) ![Amazon Basics Heavy Duty Retractable Auto-Load Ergonomic Utility Knife 3-Position Locking Blade with 4 Replaceable Blades in Designed Storage, Black/Silver - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61-BGRFt5wL.jpg) ![Amazon Basics Heavy Duty Retractable Auto-Load Ergonomic Utility Knife 3-Position Locking Blade with 4 Replaceable Blades in Designed Storage, Black/Silver - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/619iwZCc-qL.jpg) ![Amazon Basics Heavy Duty Retractable Auto-Load Ergonomic Utility Knife 3-Position Locking Blade with 4 Replaceable Blades in Designed Storage, Black/Silver - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WQUsTNgGL.jpg) ![Amazon Basics Heavy Duty Retractable Auto-Load Ergonomic Utility Knife 3-Position Locking Blade with 4 Replaceable Blades in Designed Storage, Black/Silver - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61zS3GAuWtL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you buy the blades for this knife are they expensive** A: It comes with spare blades **Q: Can you please tell me if you can buy spare blades for this knife.** A: Yes you can buy any standard blade replacements and change easily. **Q: Can this knife cut artificial grass?** A: I’m sure this blade could cut artificial grass it cuts carpet well good luck 🀞 **Q: Is this knife heavy to handle or lightweight** A: Lightweight ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon beats Stan *by B***R on 11 August 2025* I have had -and lost- several knives of this sort over the years. All have been by the brand leader and, as a result, my expectations of them were high. However, they never quite lived up to expectationsas I found small but significant shortcomings in ease of use, convenience, and ease of changing blades. I had lost yet another and needing a replacement, I thought I'd give the Amazon Basics one a try, partly because of the price, good reviews, the description and apparent ease of use. The next day delivery provided by Amazon was another factor in its favour. It arrived yesterday and I soon got the immediate job I needed it for done and dusted. How I wish I'd bought one of these before. The first thing that was pleasing was the sensible packaging it came in - none of that stupid plastic bubble stuff that's impossible to get into without some cutting tool - stanley knife anyone????!!!!. Mercifully, mine arrived in a small but solid cardboard box. And yes, there were instructions although Amazon's site had video's and pdf versions of the instructions too. Actually the instructions are almost redundant. Once you have twigged to the purpose of the red plasic lock widget, how to remove it and and also put it back, the basic usage of the knife is pretty self evident. There are a couple of settings that allow the blade to be used with one of three possible blade extensions making it useful for different cutting jobs. Although there's no blade auto-change facility - given the price I wouldn't expect this - the folding design makes it very easy to change blades manually - the knife can hold three spare blades in the handle. The simplicity means there's less to go wrong too, always a virtue in my book. The knife seems well made and I like the design which is well thought out and provides a good balance between ease of use, convenience, and price without safety being sacrificed. Only real minus point is that plastic locking widget. It is perhaps too easy to lose and given the important role it plays in storing the knife safely, some way of making it an integral part of the knive seems desirable. Nevertheless, I'll stick with 5 stars as I can't award 4.5 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect craft knife *by M***Y on 28 April 2026* Good quality build, with ability to lock blade out fully or half way, also great to see the spare blades are already inside the knife itself with just a push button to open it up for easy blade storage and management, much nicer feel then other cheap blades of similar type, would buy again ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sturdy and comfortable - what's not to love? *by A***X on 18 August 2022* Managed to lose my previous utility knife - OK, everyone calls them Stanley knives, but I am trying to be good! No idea where - really irritating. I needed a solid comfortable knife to precision cut feathers for my archery arrows. It feels solid in the hand - well for my hand, which are large, so if you have smaller hands, you might find this too big. The lever to push out the blade gives you the option to partially expose the blade which you might find useful. it does stand a bit proud of the body, but not enough to catch on things. The handle is rubberised, so if you really need to push hard I cannot see it slipping easily. There is even a small hole at the back of the body so if you want to take it on expeditions and want to secure it somewhere, get out your trusty paracord and make a quick loop, it'll be fine. There is a clip to push open the body to reveal the spare blades and for replacing them. There is a spring to push it open which I can see falling off its holding stub if you catch it, but it looks like it can be easily put back. The only slight issue I can see is that you might accidentally catch it and can potentially see blades falling out without you noticing. Inside, there are 2 clear notches to hold the cutting blade in place, so making it easy to turn it round and make the most of the blade sharp point at the other end. All in all, a great product at an excellent price, I can see it lasting for ages. ## Frequently Bought Together - Amazon Basics Heavy Duty Retractable Auto-Load Ergonomic Utility Knife 3-Position Locking Blade with 4 Replaceable Blades in Designed Storage, Black/Silver - STANLEY 1992 Trimming Utility Knife Blade Regular Duty for Retractable Blade Knives 2-11-921, Silver --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/225501127-amazon-basics-heavy-duty-retractable-auto-load-ergonomic-utility-knife](https://www.desertcart.be/products/225501127-amazon-basics-heavy-duty-retractable-auto-load-ergonomic-utility-knife) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-08-11*