1. Home
  2. Hobbies & Games
  3. Woodworking

Utility Knife

By Chris Baylor, About.com

Utility Knife(c) 2006 Chris Baylor licensed to About.com, Inc.
Definition: A utility knife is an invaluable tool in the wood shop. Not only can this razor-sharp knife be used for cutting almost any thin material, but it can be used for things like cleaning out hinge mortises or scoring before making a cut with a power tool. Look for a model that has a retractable cutter and uses reversible, disposable razor blades.

Explore Woodworking

About.com Special Features

Scrapbook Technique Gallery

Use these ideas to inspire your own uniquely beautiful pages. More >

Price Your Collectibles

Find out how much your treasured collection is worth. More >

  1. Home
  2. Hobbies & Games
  3. Woodworking
  4. Glossary
  5. Glossary Terms: U-Z
  6. Utility Knife>

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.