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InstantChange retractable utility knife from Stanley Hand Tools is a 6-1/2 inch utility knife built for repeat cutting tasks on the job. The cast metal core forms a solid body that supports the blade during straight or scoring cuts, which helps maintain control when working against guides, edges, or sheet materials. Bi-metal soft panels are molded around that core to create a more secure hand contact area, reducing slip risk when hands are dusty or when longer cuts demand a steadier grip. The retractable blade design lets the blade slide safely inside the body between cuts, which reduces exposed edge time as you move around the shop. This utility knife is identified by manufacturer part number 10-788, which ties directly to the InstantChange family inside the Stanley Hand Tools line.
The 6-1/2 inch overall length balances reach with compact handling, so the knife fits comfortably in the hand while still giving enough leverage for controlled pressure on denser materials. The retractable action lets the user extend only the working edge needed for a given cut, which supports safer handling around benchtops and assembled parts. Bi-metal soft grip panels help keep the handle from twisting when pushing through tougher cuts, so the blade remains aligned with a marked line or guide. Swing out blade storage carries spare blades within the handle, keeping replacements at the same reach point as the tool to support quick changes during batch work.
This utility knife sits naturally on benches where layout, trimming, and light scoring are part of daily work. The cast metal core body supports the blade when trimming thin stock, tape, or laminates, so cuts stay closer to layout marks. Bi-metal soft panels give the hand a more secure wrap, which supports repetitive cutting on job days that move between sheet goods, cartons, and light shop materials. The integrated string cutter handles cord, twine, or strapping used around lumber and component bundles without extending the main blade, keeping the primary edge ready for more precise tasks. With the large pegged storage hole, the 10-788 utility knife stays parked on hooks near saws, assembly tables, or hardware stations, keeping one consistent cutting tool in the same location from project to project.
The cast metal core provides a rigid spine for the blade, which helps the edge track straight when following a guide or straightedge, reducing deviations that would later show up as gaps or uneven reveals. The retractable blade function lets the sharp edge stay concealed during layout, part handling, or movement between stations, which helps maintain control around finished surfaces. Bi-metal soft panels contribute to consistent grip pressure, so the knife feels stable in both forward and pull cuts, supporting repeatable performance across different materials. Swing out blade storage locates spare blades within the handle, so when the cutting edge dulls mid-run, a fresh blade can be installed at the same workstation, keeping pacing steady on repetitive trimming or scoring tasks.
The InstantChange 6-1/2 inch utility knife has a 6-1/2 inch length, which offers compact control while still giving enough leverage for typical shop and jobsite cutting tasks.
The cast metal core forms a rigid body around the blade, helping the edge stay straight under pressure so scoring and trimming cuts remain closer to layout lines.
The bi-metal soft panels create gripped areas on the handle, improving hand contact and reducing slip during longer cuts or when working with dusty or coated materials.
The swing out blade storage keeps spare blades inside the handle, so blade changes can be done at the bench or workstation without leaving the current setup.
The integrated string cutter lets you cut cord, twine, or banding without extending the main blade, preserving the primary edge for layout work and precise trimming cuts.
The large pegged storage hole allows the 10-788 utility knife to hang on hooks or racks, keeping the same cutting tool consistently positioned near key workstations.
The InstantChange retractable utility knife from Stanley Hand Tools brings a cast metal core, bi-metal soft grip panels, swing out blade storage, and an integrated string cutter into one 6-1/2 inch tool. Those elements support controlled cutting, quick blade access, and simple hanging storage around your woodworking or shop workflow. For operations that move between layout, trimming, and material handling, choosing the 10-788 utility knife helps keep one familiar cutting tool at reach in the same spot every day.
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