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OLFA L-1 5003: An 18mm Ratchet-Lock Utility Knife

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A single L-1 knife with an ABS handle, stainless-steel blade channel and ratchet lock. OLFA supplies an 18mm silver snap-off blade. We have not tested cutting performance, grip or blade life hands-on.

Pros

  • A ratchet lock allows blade-position adjustment.
  • Blade changes are tool-free.
  • The holder accepts OLFA 18mm replacement blades.

Cons

  • This listing is one knife, not a multipack or spare-blade bundle.
  • It is the snap-off L-1, distinct from the solid-blade L-1/SOL.
  • The blade is sharp; read OLFA’s handling and blade-change instructions.

Frequently asked questions

Which model number is this?

L-1, also identified as OLFA part 5003.

What blade is supplied?

An 18mm silver snap-off blade.

Is the handle steel?

The handle is ABS plastic; the blade channel is stainless steel.

OLFA L-1 5003: An 18mm Ratchet-Lock Utility Knife

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