Anyone who wants a small, solid metal-bodied utility knife for everyday cutting tasks at a modest price.
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You prefer a longer knife with more handle to grip, since this one measures just 4.1 inches.
Material Metal
Handle Metal
Length 4.1 Inches
Weight 0.58 Grams
Priced 17% above the category median ($9.99 across 55 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.5/5overall
Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 4,475 owner ratings
Popularity3.8/5
4,475 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other hand tools and workshop hand tools we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Pacific HC900 is a utility knife priced at $11.65 with a 4.5-star rating built on 4,475 reviews, one of the largest review bases in this group. It sells 500 units per month, signaling steady, proven demand.
The HC900 is listed with a metal body and metal handle and measures 4.1 inches long. The all-metal construction points to a durable, pocketable tool, and the short length makes it easy to stow and control for close work. The listed item weight of 0.58 grams appears to be a data error, so treat the weight figure with caution.
At $11.65 with thousands of positive reviews, the HC900 is a dependable everyday cutter. The compact size is the main trade-off for buyers who prefer a larger knife with more handle real estate.
Pros
4.5-star rating from a large base of 4,475 reviews
All-metal body and handle for durability
Compact 4.1-inch length is easy to pocket and control
Steady demand at 500 units sold per month
Reasonable $11.65 price
Cons
Short 4.1-inch length means less handle to grip
Listed weight of 0.58 grams appears to be a data error
No blade material or warranty detail is listed
Specifications
Material
Metal
Handle
Metal
Length
4.1 Inches
Weight
0.58 Grams
Performance notes
The 4.1-inch metal body suggests a compact, rigid knife suited to controlled detail cuts and everyday tasks rather than heavy, repetitive jobs needing a full-size handle. The metal handle should hold up to drops and shop abuse better than plastic.
What buyers say
With 4,475 reviews at 4.5 stars, owners broadly praise the HC900's solid feel and reliability. The large sample makes that score one of the more dependable signals in this category.
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