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CPSCRecalled Feb 28, 2012 · #12119

Greenlee Recalls Utility Knives Due to Laceration Hazard

Hazard

The blade locking mechanism can fail, allowing the blade to fold inward toward the handle, posing a laceration hazard.

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Description

This recall involves Greenlee Hawk Bill folding pocket utility knives with model numbers 0652-27 and UT652-27. The models are identical. Each has a single curved 2.6-inch stainless steel blade and a 4-inch green and black plastic handle. The Greenlee name and logo are printed on the blade. Model numbers are printed in the upper right corner of the boxes in which the knives are packaged.

Product details

Product
Folding Pocket Utility Knife
Type
Knives
Manufacturer
Greenlee Textron Inc., of Rockford, Ill.
Model numbers
0652, UT652-27
UPCs
Sold at
Distributors of professional tools and products nationwide from September 2011 through November 2011 for about $20.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and return it to the distributor for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice