--- product_id: 3675246 title: "18mm Heavy-Duty Utility Knife (LA-X) - Fiberglass, Chemical Resistant" brand: "olfa" price: "21212CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Olfa" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/3675246-18mm-heavy-duty-utility-knife-la-x-fiberglass-chemical-resistant store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Safe auto-lock blade control 18mm ultra-sharp snap-off blade Fiberglass & chemical-resistant handle 18mm Heavy-Duty Utility Knife (LA-X) - Fiberglass, Chemical Resistant **Brand:** olfa **Price:** 21212CFA **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”ͺ Cut sharp, work smart β€” the OLFA edge you can’t afford to miss! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 18mm Heavy-Duty Utility Knife (LA-X) - Fiberglass, Chemical Resistant by olfa - **How much does it cost?** 21212CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/3675246-18mm-heavy-duty-utility-knife-la-x-fiberglass-chemical-resistant) ## Best For - olfa enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted olfa brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Safety First Design:** Auto-lock mechanism with tactile and audible clicks guarantees secure blade positioning and safe operation. - β€’ **Precision Cutting Power:** Razor-sharp Japanese steel blade with 8 snap-off segments for flawless, industrial-grade cuts every time. - β€’ **Ergonomic & Durable Grip:** Fiberglass-reinforced, chemical-resistant handle wrapped in anti-slip rubber ensures comfort and control on tough jobs. - β€’ **Multi-Tasking Metal Pick:** Built-in metal pick tackles paint cans, switch plates, and caulk cleanupβ€”your all-in-one jobsite companion. - β€’ **Trusted Industry Standard:** From the original Snap-Off Knife inventor, backed by a lifetime guarantee and top-rated by pros worldwide. ## Overview The OLFA 18mm Heavy-Duty Utility Knife features an ultra-sharp Japanese steel snap-off blade with 8 segments, housed in a fiberglass-reinforced, chemical-resistant handle with an ergonomic rubber grip. Its auto-lock blade control ensures safety and precision, while the integrated metal pick adds versatile functionality. Designed for professionals in construction and industrial settings, this knife combines durability, comfort, and trusted OLFA quality for superior cutting performance. ## Description Product Description Fiberglass conjoined offers an anti-slip handle engineered of Fiberglass for strength, conjoined with elastomer for Acetone resistance and easy cleaning. The snap-off cutter features automatic blade lock and a built-in hard metal pick for opening paint cans, removing switch plates and more. Includes the OLFA Ultra-sharp LBB black blade. Fits any OLFA 18mm Heavy-Duty Blade. Auto-lock mechanism. Wraparound anti-slip rubber grip and acetone-resistant handle. Stainless steel blade channel. No tool blade change. Multi-purpose metal pick. Preloaded with an LBB black ultra sharp snap-off blade. MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER TO PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT., Lot of 1 From the Manufacturer Features Anti-Slip Cushion-Grip Handle Engineered For Chemical Resistance And Easy Cleaning. Also Has Automatic Blade Lock And Built-In Metal Pick For Opening Paint Cans, Removing Switch Plates And More. Includes LBB Ultramax Blade. Review: Sharp. Durable. Versatile. - I always have a utility knife in my pocket. It gets used daily. Over the years I've had a few dozen utility knives. They must be alive since they wander away and vanish. This OLFA knife is terrific. The handle is comfortable. The curve of the butt gives a good grip. The blade extends and retracts very smoothly. The blade (and the OLFA replacement blades) are the perfect example of "sharp." The coating on the blades seems to keep them cleaner so they glide through materials. I have come to prefer utility knives with snap-off blades for most jobs. There is always a sharp cutting tip just a snap away. The long blades extend into odd places to do odd things like retrieving a small item from a crack. The long blades also flex quite a bit which makes flush trimming easy. That works for paint prep, too. I recently had to paint the railing of a deck. A snap-off blade in a utility knife was the best tool for most of the prep work, with a little help from a standard scraper and a sanding block. The knife worked so well I only needed one sheet of sandpaper for 36 feet of painted railing, posts, and filler panels. The back side of these blades is also handy as a scraper when you don't need super sharpness. When Paul Seller talks about cutting a knife wall he could be talking about this utility knife. It's a great combo with a chisel and mallet on wood. I'm very happy with this new knife. With a 50-pack of blades I hope this one does not grow legs and walk. Review: Excellent quality - Most other razor knifes Ive purchased where cheap junk. This is high quality and worth every penny. Blades are extremely sharp and thicker than other brands. Blade lock is strong and secure. I highly recommend this utility knife for the price. ## Features - RAZOR SHARP 18mm BLADE - Preloaded with LBB Heavy-Duty Ultra-Sharp Black Snap-Off Blade from Japanese tool steel for unmatched sharpness and edge retention. 18mm blade has 8 razor-sharp snap-off segments for industrial or construction applications. - FIBERGLASS REINFORCED HANDLE - Chemically resistant, fiberglass-reinforced handle with wraparound rubber grip ergonomically designed for comfort and control. The stainless-steel channel keeps the blade securely in place for safe operation. - SAFE AUTOLOCK CONTROL - Our knife is designed with safety in mind. The auto-lock mechanism allows the blade to retract into the handle. Tactile and audible clicks at each stop assure correct blade placement. - MULTI-PURPOSE HEAVY-DUTY DESIGN - Perfect for tough and accurate cuts through drywall, roofing, flooring, and more. Also includes a multi-purpose metal pick for tasks like opening paint cans, removing plate covers, cleaning out caulk, and more. - THE OLFA STANDARD - As the original inventor of the Snap-Off Knife, OLFA has maintained a standard of cutting excellence for our quality and durability. Pairing your OLFA 18mm Utility Knife with OLFA 18mm Blades will provide optimal results. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000GIO2TG | | Best Sellers Rank | #39,855 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #205 in Utility Knives | | Blade Length | 18 millimeters | | Blade Material | Metal | | Brand | OLFA | | Brand Name | OLFA | | Color | Original Version | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,659 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00091511600865 | | Handle Material | Fiberglass , Fiberglass Handle, Metal, Rubber , Steel | | Handle Type | Manual-Retractable | | Included Components | ........ | | Item Highlight | 18mm black snap-off, fiberglass rubber grip, chemical resistant - Paint and MRO cutting - Contractors and Construction | | Item Length | 8.8 inches | | Item Type Name | ....... | | Item Weight | 3.2 ounces | | Manufacturer | OLFA | | Manufacturer Part Number | 1072198 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | guaranteed forever | | Material | Steel | | Material Type | Steel | | Model Number | 1072198 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Product Style | Fine | | UPC | 756635800569 091511607055 091511600865 091511607086 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Blade Length:** 18 millimeters - **Blade Material:** Metal - **Brand:** OLFA - **Color:** Original Version - **Handle Material:** Fiberglass,Fiberglass Handle,Metal,Rubber,Steel - **Item Length:** 8.8 inches - **Item Weight:** 3.2 ounces - **Material:** Steel - **Style:** Fine - **Unit Count:** 1 Count ## Images ![18mm Heavy-Duty Utility Knife (LA-X) - Fiberglass, Chemical Resistant - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51GiL7Mic8L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does it sure an extra blade? I used to have a ofla like this w/out the extra tool on butt and it did have a compartment to store an extra blade.** A: It may sound contrary to popular opinion but NOT having a storage compartment for extra blades is one of my favorite features of this knife. The extra thickness required for the storage compartment would ruin some of my favorite features of this knife - the comfort, feel, balance, and especially ease and quality of cutting. I've never liked those thick handles on box cutters that contain the extra blades. No other tool I use carries its bits, blades, etc. in the tool, so why have them in a utility knife? I keep extra blades for this where I keep all my other bits and blades, so they're easy to get when needed. Plus with the break-off blade, you break off the end rather than replace the blade until you go through all 8 pieces. So blade replacement is infrequent. **Q: Has anyone really been far as decided to use even go want to do look more like?** A: ?....? **Q: Are there replacement blades in the handle as shown in the video?** A: Sorry for any confusion! It does not come with replacement blades, but it comes with the snap off blade in the video. The blade is scored at certain intervals so that the dull blade can be snapped off for a new edge. **Q: Does this cut plastic like sterilite storage containers tote?. Thanks!** A: I haven't tried that, but I don't see why it wouldn't. They do make heavier blades for this knife, so that might help. Because the break away style of the blade, you need to be careful with any tough cutting job to not have too much blade exposed or it becomes easier to snap off. I have snapped the blade segments off a number of times with difficult materials. I like this brand of knife so much more than the cheap big box store varieties I used to use. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sharp. Durable. Versatile. *by T***H on October 23, 2018* I always have a utility knife in my pocket. It gets used daily. Over the years I've had a few dozen utility knives. They must be alive since they wander away and vanish. This OLFA knife is terrific. The handle is comfortable. The curve of the butt gives a good grip. The blade extends and retracts very smoothly. The blade (and the OLFA replacement blades) are the perfect example of "sharp." The coating on the blades seems to keep them cleaner so they glide through materials. I have come to prefer utility knives with snap-off blades for most jobs. There is always a sharp cutting tip just a snap away. The long blades extend into odd places to do odd things like retrieving a small item from a crack. The long blades also flex quite a bit which makes flush trimming easy. That works for paint prep, too. I recently had to paint the railing of a deck. A snap-off blade in a utility knife was the best tool for most of the prep work, with a little help from a standard scraper and a sanding block. The knife worked so well I only needed one sheet of sandpaper for 36 feet of painted railing, posts, and filler panels. The back side of these blades is also handy as a scraper when you don't need super sharpness. When Paul Seller talks about cutting a knife wall he could be talking about this utility knife. It's a great combo with a chisel and mallet on wood. I'm very happy with this new knife. With a 50-pack of blades I hope this one does not grow legs and walk. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent quality *by S***S on June 24, 2026* Most other razor knifes Ive purchased where cheap junk. This is high quality and worth every penny. Blades are extremely sharp and thicker than other brands. Blade lock is strong and secure. I highly recommend this utility knife for the price. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Everyday knife in my toolbelt -- updated after a year! *by M***W on September 9, 2020* I have been using this knife for a year now -- updates at the bottom, the original review at top. This "snap-off" knife replaced the traditional utility knife in my everyday tool belt. I chose the OLFA knife based on good reviews, and I like it a lot so far. It is so handy that it would take a some serious convincing to switch back. First, it is great to have a sharp blade with a quick snap. The OLFA blades are really sharp, and seem about as durable as a regular quality utility blade. The non stick coating is great. I like that the blade can extend longer than a trad utility knife; handy for cutting thick and soft materials (foam, insulation, etc.) I would like the blades to be easier to find, but I just bought a bunch and will order more when I get low. Second, the overall design is well thought out. The blade control is great (I am right handed, lefties may not like it as much). The rubberized handle is grippy and soft enough to save your hands. The strange tooth on the back end turns out to be pretty handy. I use it to open boxes, crease paper, open paint cans, adjust a gap when fitting trim, or even to smooth caulk or clean mud off your boots. The only major disadvantage I notice is that you have to look at the knife to set the blade extension. With a regular utility knife, you can open it to where you want by feel -- this one you cannot. Something to think about. Updated Sept 2021 -- Yep, still REALLY like this knife. It is easy on the hands, so handy to be able to extend the blade a couple of inches, and that strange metal tooth on the end has proven useful and versatile. If I end up using an old fashioned utility knife, I swap back to this one ASAP. The thing has been muddy, covered in paint, wet too often to count, and it still opreates smooth and the blade solidly clicks into place. If I lose it, I will order another the same day -- highly recommended! Thanks for reading, and enjoy your work! ## Frequently Bought Together - OLFA 18mm Heavy-Duty Utility Knife (LA-X) - Multi-Purpose No-Slip Grip Utility Knife w/Reinforced Fiberglass Handle & Snap-Off Blade, Replacement Blades: Any OLFA 18mm Blade - OLFA 5009 LB-10B Snap-Off Heavy Duty Blade, 10 Pack - OLFA UltraSharp Black Snap-Off Heavy-Duty Blade --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/3675246-18mm-heavy-duty-utility-knife-la-x-fiberglass-chemical-resistant](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/3675246-18mm-heavy-duty-utility-knife-la-x-fiberglass-chemical-resistant) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-10-23*