The Palmer Utility Box Cutter (Black)
The Palmer Utility Box Cutter (Black)
Expert Praise
Let me say this right off the bat: The James Brand has another home run EDC tool on its hands It's beauty, it's grace, it's less than five ounces
— Gear Patrol
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Why It Made The List
Compact, practical, and quietly stylish, the Palmer is The James Brand’s modern rethink of the classic utility knife. Its slim aluminium body feels smooth and tactile in the hand, with just the right weight to make it satisfying to use. A standard replaceable blade slides out via a fluid, intuitive mechanism, locking firmly in multiple positions for precision whether you’re opening boxes, sharpening pencils, or trimming rope. Finished in all black and fitted with a lanyard for easy handling, it’s one of those rare tools that manages to be both ruggedly useful and undeniably good-looking.
N.B. Subject to 18+ age verification on checkout (OneID) and delivery (Royal Mail)
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At A Glance
- Compact, robust box cutter for daily jobs
- 71 g anodised aluminium body
- Patented lock and tool-free blade changes
- 8.8 cm closed with lanyard included
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Colour: Black
Blade Material: Standard high-carbon steel utility blade
Handle Material: Anodized 6063/6064 aluminum
Closed Dimensions: 8.8 × 3.8 × 0.9 cm
Open Length: 10.3 cm
Weight: 71 g
Opening Mechanism: Patented easy-open locking system; tool-free blade changes
Carry Feature: Lanyard included for quick deployment
Designed In: Portland, Oregon
Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty covering defects in material and workmanship
MORE DETAIL
MORE DETAIL
The Palmer is a compact utility knife designed as a safe and reliable tool for daily cutting tasks, from opening packages to handling small workshop jobs.
It is machined from anodised aluminium, giving it a lightweight but durable form with a surface that resists wear and holds its colour.
Closed, it measures 8.8 cm in length, 3.8 cm in height, and 0.9 cm in width, extending to 10.3 cm when open to provide enough reach for controlled, precise cutting.
It weighs 71 grams, a balance that makes it substantial in hand while still easy to carry in a pocket or bag.
A patent-pending mechanism allows for quick, tool-free blade changes, compatible with standard high-carbon steel utility blades that are easy to replace.
The stainless steel blade is fully retractable, ensuring safety when not in use and quick deployment when needed.
A built-in lanyard adds versatility, giving you extra carry options and keeping the tool accessible at all times.
Minimal in form and carefully machined, the Palmer is a refined everyday knife — simple, functional, and made to be used often.
SHIPPING AND RETURNS
SHIPPING AND RETURNS
SHIPPING OPTIONS
Standard - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2-3 business days): £2.95
DPD Next Business Day (Cut off: 2pm Mon-Fri): £5.95
DPD Next Business Day by 12 Midday (Cut off: 2pm Mon-Fri): £12.95
DPD Saturday Delivery (Cut-off: Fri 2pm): £9.95
DPD Saturday Delivery by 12 Midday (Cut off: Fri 2pm): £12.95
DPD Sunday Delivery (Cut-off: Fri 2pm): £9.95
18+ PRODUCTS
18+ Standard - Royal Mail Tracked 48 + Age Verified (2-3 business days): £4.95
18+ Express - Royal Mail Tracked 24 + Age Verified (Usually next business day but not guaranteed, cut-off 2pm Mon-Fri): £7.95
FREE SHIPPING
FREE Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2-3 Business Days): Orders £90+
FREE Premium DPD Next Business Day (Cut off: 2pm Mon-Fri): Orders £250+
*All time-specific deliveries are usually delivered within advertised timeframes, but carriers do not 100% guarantee
N.B. For 18+ orders that include bladed products or alcohol, a £2 surcharge is added to normal shipping costs, to cover the legally required Age Verification service (as detailed above). All such orders will be shipped via Royal Mail.
For some rural postcodes next day delivery is not possible. For more detail on these postcodes, please see our Shipping page. There is no system check for these postcodes, so please do not select these services if your delivery address falls within this list.
RETURNS
We offer 100-day returns, provided items are returned in a perfectly re-sellable condition (undamaged and in original condition with tags/packaging). For more detailed information on conditions of return and the process involved, please see our Returns policy page.

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