Just wondering if anybody’s tried those new knife blades from Lenox.
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Just the ones they sent free in the mail. Both blades worked well, but as if they were wayyyyy better than any off the shelf blade? Beats the heck outta me. Stiffer, maybe. Stay sharp longer, not when cutting in or near some concrete. Never see them on display anywhere around here. Think if they were up there at 10 bucks, most people will still pay the 5 or so for the "inferior" brand. If this product stays on the market, I might be surprised w/o price slashing. This isn't the difference between forest and vermont american. I carry a stone when hanging sheetrock or doing ceiling tiles. Often snap off (be careful of your eyes) the tip to get a newer edge.
Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.
Quittin' Time
For years, much to the consternation of some fellow workers who claim I should use a 'real' knife, I have used a fixed blade, non-retractable blade, box cutter. They say it is 'too sharp'. Never understood that one.
I carry a regular knife in my pocket but on my tool belt is the box cutter that gets 90% of the work. I figure why take the chance screwing up the blade on a $40 knife when the cheap replaceable blades are expendable and sharp.
Recently bought the Lenox blades at HD. They were on special 50 for $10, it was $20 regular price, and they throw in a mid-grade retractable cutter to hold them. Can't say as I have broken a lot of regular blades because I bent them but the offer was good so I went for it.
I found that while I might not use the blade flex as a feature very often I must say that these blades seem to hold an edge longer than the regular ones. If you find you break a lot of blades because you bend them the flexible Lennox ones might be a big benefit. If not they are still very good blades. If you had to pay twice as much as good quality regular blades they might not be a bargain. I think they are worth paying more for but. Just not twice as much.
I have used them, bought the large pack in the plastic dispenser. By far the best blades I have used.
mike
Bought the blades and the knife. Love the knife but its heavy. Really a firm feel though. Blades last longer and don't snap like the others. Worth the price? If I were rockin all the time then no. But for general work I think so. DanT
The blades are worth it for me. The edge lasts way longer than Stanley blades, even in drywall. I gave one to a rocker friend on a job and he was amazed. Still sharp enough to cut other stuff after a few hours of cutting rock.
I love the knife, but it IS rather heavy. The big size allows you to really bear down on the cut. HD discontinued them after a brief trial. Tool buyer said typical customers won't spend the cash for a better product. Good thing there are still some independent tool stores. I turned our local tool place onto the Lenox blades and knives, and they have been selling them.
Bill
The Lenox Gold Titanium Edge Utility Blade has a high-speed steel edge with titanium coating that keeps the blade cutting after others have quit. The patented bi-metal construction allows the blade to bend and flex without breaking, and its four-notch system allows the blade to extend further. The Lenox Gold Titanium Edge Utility Blade fits all standard utility knives and is great for cutting drywall, insulation, flooring, roofing, and more. There are 50 blades per pack, which also includes a handy, easy-to-use dispenser to dispense the utility blades directly into the Lenox knives without touching the blade. The dispenser dispenses either one or five blades at a time and also safely holds used blades. The tool is covered by a 90-day limited manufacturer's warranty.
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