Material | Aluminum |
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Brand | X-Acto |
Color | Silver |
Item Length | 9 Inches |
Handle Material | Aluminum |
Blade Material | Aluminum |
Style | Z-Series #1 Knife |
Handle Type | Non-Retractable |
Manufacturer | Elmers |
UPC | 079946036015 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00079946036015 |
Item Weight | 0.704 ounces |
Item model number | XZ3601W |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Shape | Other |
Material Type | Aluminum |
Number of Items | 1 |
Size | (Pack of 1) |
Manufacturer Part Number | XZ3601 |

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X-ACTO 1 Precision Knife Z-Series, Craft Knife, With Safety Cap, 11 Fine Point Blade, Easy-Change Blade System
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Material | Aluminum |
Brand | X-Acto |
Color | Silver |
Item Length | 9 Inches |
Handle Material | Aluminum |
Blade Material | Aluminum |
Style | Z-Series #1 Knife |
Handle Type | Non-Retractable |
Manufacturer | Elmers |
UPC | 079946036015 |
About this item
- Precision knife with number 11 fine point blade for exact cuts
- Sharp and durable zirconium nitride coated blade
- Lightweight aluminum handle is easy to maneuver
- Easily cuts paper, fabric, thin metal, and plastic
- Safety cap for storage and portability. Zirconium nitride coating for durability
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- Precision knife with #11 fine point blade for exact cuts
- Sharp and durable zirconium nitride-coated blade
- Lightweight aluminum handle is easy to maneuver
- Easy-change blade system
- Safety cap for safe storage and portability
X-ACTO #1 Z-Series Knife with Safety Cap
Make precise, fine cuts every time with the X-ACTO #1 Z-Series Knife with Safety Cap. This versatile knife comes with a #11 fine point zirconium nitride-coated blade for sharpness and strength, and the lightweight aluminum handle enables you to make agile cuts with ease. This X-ACTO knife easily cuts through a wide range of materials such as paper, plastic, fabric, thin metal, and balsa wood. An easy-change blade system lets you quickly swap blades to meet the needs of any project, and the included safety cap makes for worry-free storage. The X-ACTO #1 Z-Series Knife allows you to make accurate, delicate cuts with confidence.
What's in the Box:
- X-ACTO #1 Z-Series Knife
- #11 classic fine point zirconium nitride-coated blade
- Safety cap

Strong Zirconium Nitride-Coated Blade for Precise Cuts
The #11 fine point blade included with this X-ACTO #1 Z-Series Knife is atomically sharpened for precision. The gold hue on the cutting edge is a zirconium nitride coating applied at the atomic level after blades are atomically sharpened. The blade is coated with zirconium nitride, which makes it up to seven times sharper than standard blades. Whether cutting through paper, thin metal, or balsa wood, this durable blade creates clean, precise cuts.
Lightweight Aluminum Handle for a Versatile Knife
With a lightweight aluminum handle, this X-ACTO knife is easily maneuverable, making difficult and awkward cuts simple to perform. The easy-change blade system accepts a wide range of X-ACTO blades, so this knife can handle a wide range of craft and professional projects.
Safety Cap for Storage and Portability
The X-ACTO #1 Z-Series Knife includes a safety cap. With the safety cap in place, this knife can be stored in a drawer or taken on the go.

X-ACTO Quality and Precision
All X-ACTO products are designed and crafted with the famous precision of the X-ACTO knife. From cutting tools to everyday office supplies, X-ACTO creates quality, industry-leading products for teachers, hobbyists, professional designers and more.
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blade material | Aluminum | Metal | Metal | Stainless Steel | High Carbon Steel, Carbon Steel | Aluminum |
handle material | Aluminum | Wood,Plastic,Metal | Plastic,Metal | Manual-Retractable, Manual-Retractable | Stainless,Wood,Metal Handle,Plastic,Steel | Wood,Aluminium Handle,Plastic |
handle type | Non-Retractable | Non-Retractable | Manual-Retractable | Manual-Retractable | Non-Retractable | Non-Retractable |
style | Z-Series #1 Knife | Craft Knife, Non-Retractable | Retractable | #11 | — | — |
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ASIN | B005KRSWM6 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #348 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing) #3 in Art Blades |
Date First Available | August 21, 2011 |
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Make precise, fine cuts every time with the X-ACTO #1 Z-Series Knife with Safety Cap. This knife features a #11 fine point zirconium nitride-coated blade for sharpness and strength, and the lightweight aluminum handle enables you to make agile cuts with ease. This X-ACTO knife cuts through a wide variety of materials including paper, plastic, balsa wood, and thin metal. An easy-change blade system lets you swap blades quickly to meet the needs of any project, and the included safety cap ensures safety and portability.
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X-ACTO #1 Z-Series Knife, #11 classic fine point zirconium nitride-coated blade, and safety cap
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Customers find the utility knife precise and effective for various craft projects, with a nice appearance and good value for under $5. They appreciate its ease of use, with one customer noting it's simple to grasp and twist. The build quality receives mixed feedback - while the handle is solid, customers report issues with the razor tip being flimsy and the blade falling out constantly.
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Customers find the utility knife sharp and precise, with one mentioning it cuts through materials effortlessly.
"Nice and precise cutting for crafts/repair, etc...." Read more
"This was so worth the money ! Made the ability to cut very smooth...." Read more
"...Blade is sharp I've actually been poked twice but this is perfect for making stencils. I say it's a good price for what you get." Read more
"I bought this to replace a cheap version I had. This is super sharp and the handle is high quality to lock in the blade...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the utility knife, appreciating its nice-looking blade and good design, with one customer noting its classic X-ACTO look and feel.
"Nice and precise cutting for crafts/repair, etc...." Read more
"This is perfect on stencils. The grip is hard It's very sturdy The blade is not very thick cuz it's a thin strong sharp blade but thick..." Read more
"...The blades are super sharp and hard enough. The handle looks awesome and dense. The knife alone is the best precision knife I can name...." Read more
"I like simple colors for my desk." Read more
Customers find that the utility knife works well, particularly for craft projects, with one customer noting its effectiveness on various materials including contact paper and shelf liner.
"...It functions great ! Just be careful with the sharpness of the blade because it cuts so easily." Read more
"Very sharp and worked well for the task I had. However, be careful getting it out of the package...." Read more
"Standard knife. Works well, very accurate. Small and thin so more precise control. This brand has been around for so long and is very reliable." Read more
"...cardboard, and even light DIY home repairs, and it's performed admirably in every task...." Read more
Customers find the utility knife offers good value for money, working effectively for under $5, with one customer noting that replacement blades don't cost too much.
"This was so worth the money ! Made the ability to cut very smooth...." Read more
"...I say it's a good price for what you get." Read more
"these are JUNK - add me to list of people who cut themselves trying to get this to work...." Read more
"...No reason to by a cheap knockoff when the real thing is so reasonably priced." Read more
Customers find the utility knife comes in handy for many projects, particularly for crafts and paper lining work.
"This was perfect for my project needs - I only wish I had gotten it sooner. It is sharp and gets the exact angles and detail you need...." Read more
"Great purchase for DIY projects...." Read more
"...1 Z-Series Precision Utility Knife has been an invaluable addition to my toolkit...." Read more
"...If you're looking for a good hobby knife for plastic model building, look no further." Read more
Customers find the utility knife effortless to use and convenient, with simple blade installation. One customer specifically mentions that the knurl makes it easy to grasp and twist.
"It's the basic, easy to use X-Acto knife, exactly what I was needing." Read more
"...It is sturdy, precise, thin and easy to handle. I got extra blades for replacement in the package as well." Read more
"It holds the blade fairly well. Easy knurl to grasp and twist. The blade may "pull out' if not firmly tightened...." Read more
"...Thankfully it's easily remedied with a quick re-tightening." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the knife's build quality, with some finding it well-made and noting the solid handle, while others report it being fragile with a flimsy razor tip that breaks halfway through projects.
"...It feels very high quality in my hand." Read more
"The razor tip is flimsy. It works but I'd think that a brand name item would have a better quality feel." Read more
"This is perfect on stencils. The grip is hard It's very sturdy The blade is not very thick cuz it's a thin strong sharp blade but thick..." Read more
"What can I say... it's an X-Acto knife! Sure, there are cheaper knock-offs, but the original is still the best...." Read more
Customers report significant issues with the knife's blade retention, noting that it falls out constantly, comes loose easily, and pulls out after a couple of minutes of use.
"...The protective plastic over the blade flew off upon opening, and I stabbed my thumb...." Read more
"...This product, as sharp as the blade may be, the collet won't secure the blade to the handle and it's quite easy to pull out the blade from it...." Read more
"Blade is loose, slides off all the time. Doesn't seem right?" Read more
"...I was putting up wallpaper and using this to cut it, it did come loose quite a few times. It isn’t the most stable thing." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2025Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseStandard knife. Works well, very accurate. Small and thin so more precise control. This brand has been around for so long and is very reliable.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2025Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseNice and precise cutting for crafts/repair, etc. Just don't slice yourself with it... The blade cover is useful for storage so it doesn't cut anything else. It feels very high quality in my hand.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2025Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseThis was so worth the money ! Made the ability to cut very smooth. With the right size and flick of the wrist I was able to adjust the wallpaper properly ! It functions great ! Just be careful with the sharpness of the blade because it cuts so easily.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2025Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseI bought this to replace a cheap version I had. This is super sharp and the handle is high quality to lock in the blade. No reason to by a cheap knockoff when the real thing is so reasonably priced.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2025Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseCuts good on some thinner items but struggles on thicker items.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2020Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseVery sharp and worked well for the task I had. However, be careful getting it out of the package. The protective plastic over the blade flew off upon opening, and I stabbed my thumb. It bled quite a bit... all over my sink, my shirt, my countertops. It looked like a mini massacre had taken place in my bathroom. My husband walked in and thought I had finally given in to my threats about our demon cat that attacks the walls at random while growling and hissing...until Fluffy McLucifer walked in and began to lick the blood that had dripped on the floor.
While I do not recommend using this tool to harm any animals because that's just plain wrong, I strongly suggest putting it aside in your underground bunker to use as a weapon in case of a zombie apocalypse.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2024Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseThis is perfect on stencils.
The grip is hard It's very sturdy The blade is not very thick cuz it's a thin strong sharp blade but thick enough.
Blade is sharp I've actually been poked twice but this is perfect for making stencils. I say it's a good price for what you get.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2023Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseThe quality of the handle and the blades are absolutely the best I've ever tried. The blades are super sharp and hard enough. The handle looks awesome and dense. The knife alone is the best precision knife I can name. But when it is not just knife alone it is a bit different. The knife came with a cap with it, and it is not the best cap. To be honest I've tried other precision knives with caps and those are terrible too. There isn't any trouble with how tight and protective not even the quality of it. But the design of the cap is not smart enough. The golden part of the handle where the grip patterns are is where the cap would apply the force on to keep itself tight. There is an issue with this design, that the plastic of the cap would worn out on it. After pushing the cap on tightly, the plastic would grind out as dusk staying on the handle. That wouldn't make the cap endurable or pleasant to use. Overall, the knife is a great knife, only the cap is the trouble with it.
The quality of the handle and the blades are absolutely the best I've ever tried. The blades are super sharp and hard enough. The handle looks awesome and dense. The knife alone is the best precision knife I can name. But when it is not just knife alone it is a bit different. The knife came with a cap with it, and it is not the best cap. To be honest I've tried other precision knives with caps and those are terrible too. There isn't any trouble with how tight and protective not even the quality of it. But the design of the cap is not smart enough. The golden part of the handle where the grip patterns are is where the cap would apply the force on to keep itself tight. There is an issue with this design, that the plastic of the cap would worn out on it. After pushing the cap on tightly, the plastic would grind out as dusk staying on the handle. That wouldn't make the cap endurable or pleasant to use. Overall, the knife is a great knife, only the cap is the trouble with it.
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- Tarini Prasad SahooReviewed in India on July 31, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Overall good
Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseOverall the product is of good quality and the blade was sharp and paper cutting experience was quite smooth. With in one week of use blade's sharpness was lowered though one still can use for straight line cuts. With the price range the pen is of high quality but expected longer life span. The delivery of knife took almost 20 days which is very strange.
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ゲイドンReviewed in Japan on March 16, 2025
3.0 out of 5 stars 旧旧パッケージ
Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase以前2本購入したけど今回は一番古い旧旧パッケージでした
- Iain MeesReviewed in the United Kingdom on April 5, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Knifey, and it cuts
Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseIf you are after a good modeling knife, then this does the job. Pointy bit at one end, handle at the other end. I have found it best to hold it by the handle rather than the blade to avoid unnessesary cuts. Blade is sharp and seems to cut most things expected of a craft knife. Including skin. Seems very good at cutting skin, but best refer to my note about which end to hold the knife.
Looks great as far as knives go. Not sure they could look much better. Functionality, it has all the normal things expected of a knife. The sharp bit as mentioned, a handle as mentioned, and a thumb tightener to hold the blade in. I have found it best to tighten the blade well before trying to do any cuts as without the blade in place, the knife falls a little below standard expectations during the cutting process. With the blade firmly in place, then it cuts very well, which includes skin, if I didn't mention this earlier.
So in summary. It cuts. Nothing fancier than that. I tried to get it to perform other related tasks, but it is not magnetic, does not seem to grip items and It does not appear to take any batteries, so I have not found any other hidden tasks it could perform other then being a knife.
5 Stars, as its a good knife and has taken top spot in my knife hall of fame.
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victorReviewed in France on March 31, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars pour un petit X-Acto c'est parfait
Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchasevu le prix je ne m'attendais pas a recevoir un super outil de découpe,mais après essai sur divers matériaux on a une bonne coupe précise ,le tranchant est parfait avec une bonne tenue en main et la lame n'est pas trop souple ce qui est appréciable pour certains matériaux .
Pour les coupes incurvées rien a voir avec les coupes au cutter mon seul regret, je n'ai pas pris des lames en plus par prudence et je le regrette car il faut compter plus 15 jours pour la livraison en conclusion je suis content de mon achat reste a voir si dans le temps on trouveras toujours des lames de cette marque ( pour info le couteau est livrer avec 1 seule lame )
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Cliente AmazonReviewed in Italy on January 17, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Ideale coltello per il modellismo.
Style: Z-Series #1 KnifePattern Name: KnifeVerified PurchaseColtello ideale per il modellismo con lame rinforzate con zirconium e spessore di metallo meno flessibile per evitare eventuali rotture.Un peccato è che nel set non è incluso una lama di riserva.