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General Tools & Instruments

General Tools 1902 Hobby Knife 3/8 In Round Handle

SKU CH-Y5R8-0C46W

Precision hobby knife with a 3/8-inch round handle, knurled chuck ring and replaceable blade for paper, foam board, leather and cardboard

  • TypeKnives, Cutters & Snips
  • Precision cutting for hobby and professional use
  • 3/8 inch round aluminum handle for comfortable grip
  • Knurled chuck adjustment ring with four-jaw chuck secures blades
  • Replaceable blade cuts paper, foam board, leather and cardboard
  • Ideal for stenciling, scrapbooking and detailed craft work

Essential precision knife for hobbyists

The General 1902 Hobby Knife serves crafters, model makers and professionals who need a reliable cutting tool for detailed work. Its aluminium body and knurled chuck adjustment ring with a four-jaw chuck provide secure blade retention during use. The replaceable blade system allows quick changes when the edge dulls or when switching tasks.

Handles paper foam board leather and cardboard

The knife comfortably cuts through paper, foam board, leather and cardboard, making it suitable for stenciling, scrapbooking and similar craft projects. It runs out of effectiveness on thicker or denser materials such as heavy plastics, wood or metal sheet that exceed the blade's cutting capacity and the handle's leverage.

Limited by blade geometry and hand pressure

The practical cutting limit is set by the single replaceable blade's geometry and the force a user can apply through the 3/8" round handle. It cannot perform powered or heated cutting, nor does it accept specialty blades beyond the standard replacement type. Orders of $75 or more ship free.

Highlights

  • Precision cutting for hobby and professional use
  • 3/8 inch round aluminum handle for comfortable grip
  • Knurled chuck adjustment ring with four-jaw chuck secures blades
  • Replaceable blade cuts paper, foam board, leather and cardboard
  • Ideal for stenciling, scrapbooking and detailed craft work

Specifications

BrandGeneral Tools
TypeKnives, Cutters & Snips

Questions about this item

Will the 1902 hobby knife fit into my existing tool roll alongside older craft knives?

The 3/8" round aluminium handle is slim and lightweight, so it sits comfortably next to standard hobby knives in most tool rolls or pouches.

How can I confirm the 4-jaw chuck is gripping the blade securely after I change it?

Tighten the knurled adjustment ring until the blade shows no lateral movement when pressed gently against a scrap piece of cardboard.

Does the 1902 come with spare blades or must I buy them separately?

The knife ships with one installed blade; replacement blades are sold separately.

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