Skeletonized Axis-Lock Folding Utility Knife

This is a utility knife featuring a functional axis-lock mechanism. The locking components are concealed within the limited space of the knife's back, allowing the spine to feature a fully skeletonized, open-frame design. Additionally, the locking pin is printed parallel to the build plate, which significantly enhances its structural integrity.

The knife is precisely engineered to fit standard Stanley utility blades with a length of 62mm.

Versions Available: I have provided two versions for download:

1. Hardware-Free Version: Can be assembled using only the blade (no extra hardware required).
2. Reinforced Version: Offers superior strength and durability. Requires one M3-6mm screw, one M3-12mm screw, and two M3 nuts.
    

Assembly Tutorial:

1. Components: Overview of all printed parts.

2.Main Assembly: Place the white blade holder and the red locking mechanism into the blue knife handle.

3.Closing the Handle: Align and close the other handle half. Start by engaging the snap-fit at the base of the grip, then close the rest of the handle and insert the pivot pin.

• Hardware-Free Version: Secure the handle using the printed C-clip.
• Reinforced Version: Secure the handle using one M3-12mm screw and M3 nut.

4.Blade Installation:

• Hardware-Free Version: Simply snap the blade into place.
• Reinforced Version: Secure the blade using one M3-6mm screw and M3 nut.

5.Completion: Your assembly is complete!

The strength of 3D-printed knives cannot be guaranteed and they are suitable only for light-duty tasks, such as cutting paper or opening Amazon packages. Unless otherwise specified, all of my knife designs are intended for light-duty use only.

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