Crafters, modelers and hobbyists who want a proven X-ACTO knife set with a huge, positive track record.
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You specifically need a carbon steel blade, since this model uses stainless steel.
Material Stainless Steel
Handle Nylon
Length 10.38 Inches
Weight 4 ounces
Our scorecard
4.7/5overall
Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 5,249 owner ratings
Popularity4.6/5
5,249 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 X-ACTO X5285 is one of the standout tools in this group, holding a 4.7-star rating from 5,249 reviews with about 800 units sold per month. At $21.97 it pairs a low price with the deepest feedback pool and strongest demand here.
It is listed under the Knife Sets category with a stainless steel blade, a nylon handle and a 10.38-inch length, and it weighs just 4 ounces. The light weight and nylon handle make it easy to control for the precise, repetitive cuts X-ACTO tools are built for.
With its combination of price, rating and sales volume, the X5285 is an easy recommendation for hobby and craft work. The massive review count gives strong confidence in its consistency, and the steady monthly demand confirms it remains a go-to choice.
Pros
4.7-star rating from a huge 5,249 reviews
Strong demand at about 800 sold per month
Light 4-ounce weight for precise control
Stainless steel blade with an easy-grip nylon handle
Low $21.97 price for a trusted X-ACTO set
Cons
Stainless steel rather than carbon steel, if you prefer the latter
No piece count is listed despite the Knife Sets category
Specifications
Material
Stainless Steel
Handle
Nylon
Length
10.38 Inches
Weight
4 ounces
Performance notes
At 4 ounces with a 10.38-inch length and a nylon handle, the X5285 is built for light, controlled cutting in crafts and model work. The stainless steel blade resists corrosion and keeps maintenance low, and the enormous review base points to consistent performance across many users.
What buyers say
With 5,249 reviews averaging 4.7 stars and around 800 sold each month, owner sentiment is strongly positive. This is one of the most popular and best-reviewed knives in the group, and buyers repeatedly return to it for hobby and detail work.
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