First thing Elena did this week was check out what I came
back with from the local Woodcraft. It is a pretty known fact that I buy and
collect woodworking things. This package had "Bessey" logo on it, so I
had to buy and find out why they would make a utility knife — and one that
folds.
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Well it is pretty snazzy looking and heavy, as in "well
made" — or so it seems. The instructions were a little brief for my taste
particularly in that there is a very sharp blade being adjusted.
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I finally figured them out and practiced them. The arrow
points to a point where you press in order to swing the blade down.
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Once released, the blade swings down smoothly. You just
have to keep in mind that your fingers should not get in the way.
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It is all the way closed and there is not yet a drop of
blood.
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To change blades, all you have to do is
swing this lever up and around.
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Then the blade guard can be swung down.
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Now, the blade can be removed.
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There are extra blades in the
handle. I have a number of utility knives around the shop. Often I can
find one. I do know that on one, the blade in-and-out mechanism is broken
and another one I can't change blades. This one by Bessey is going to be
easy to find. It will be in my carpenter's belt. (I know — I don't wear one,
but it does sound impressive doesn't it?)
This is a different product for Bessey to make, but I am sure glad
they do — it is a very good add to the shop.
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