---
product_id: 76470212
title: "5003 L-1 18mm Ratchet-Lock Heavy-Duty Utility Knife"
brand: "olfa"
price: "€ 19.07"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 4
category: "Olfa"
url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/76470212-5003-l-1-18mm-ratchet-lock-heavy-duty-utility-knife
store_origin: HR
region: Croatia
---

# Ratchet-lock blade security Snap-off blade for fresh edges Heavy-duty carbon steel blade 5003 L-1 18mm Ratchet-Lock Heavy-Duty Utility Knife

**Brand:** olfa
**Price:** € 19.07
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Cut sharp, work smart — the OLFA edge you can't afford to miss!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 5003 L-1 18mm Ratchet-Lock Heavy-Duty Utility Knife by olfa
- **How much does it cost?** € 19.07 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/76470212-5003-l-1-18mm-ratchet-lock-heavy-duty-utility-knife)

## Best For

- olfa enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted olfa brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ambidextrous Design:** Perfectly balanced for both right and left-handed professionals
- • **Durable Carbon Steel Blade:** High-quality steel ensures sharpness and long-lasting edge retention
- • **Ergonomic Contoured Handle:** Comfort grip designed for prolonged use without fatigue
- • **Tool-Free Blade Replacement:** Quick and effortless blade swaps to keep you moving
- • **Precision Ratchet-Lock Mechanism:** Secure blade positioning for ultimate cutting control

## Overview

The OLFA 5003 L-1 is a top-rated heavy-duty utility knife featuring a ratchet-lock blade mechanism and a contoured handle for ergonomic comfort. Equipped with a durable carbon steel snap-off blade, it offers precision cutting across materials like cardboard, drywall, and vinyl. Its tool-free blade replacement and ambidextrous design make it a versatile essential for professionals seeking reliability and efficiency.

## Description

Heavy-Duty Ratchet-Lock Utility Knife (L-1) - Good For: cutting paper, cardboard, roofing, drywall, vinyl, acetates, etc. The original and popular OLFA snap-off cutter. This popular heavy-duty cutter features a contoured handle, a ratchet wheel blade lock and a heavy gauge stainless steel blade channel that holds blade tight. Blades are made from high quality carbon tool steel are produced using OLFA's precise multi-step production process for unparalleled sharpness and superior edge retention. Long lasting, durable snap-off blade - a new sharp edge with each snap. For right and left handed use. Easy, tool-free blade change for convenience

Review: Good 👍 knife - Good 👍 knife
Review: Good product - Olfa is quite a good brand...nice purchase

## Features

- OLFA's top selling mulipurpose heavy duty cutter
- Contoured handle
- Ratchet-wheel blade locking mechanism
- Unlimited blade adjustment and includes LB heavy duty blade
- Replacement blades: LB, LBB

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0006SJAR0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #38,981 in Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Home Improvement ) #209 in Utility Knives |
| Blade Material | Carbon Steel |
| Brand | Olfa |
| Brand Name | Olfa |
| Colour | As Shown in the image |
| Country of Publication | Japan |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 4,078 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00091511200195, 00091511600049 |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Handle Type | contoured |
| Included Components | 1 |
| Item Weight | 2.5 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | OLFA |
| Material | Others |
| Material Type | Others |
| Product Style | Modern |
| UPC | 091511600049 091511200195 |

## Product Details

- **Blade Material:** Carbon Steel
- **Brand:** Olfa
- **Colour:** As Shown in the image
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00091511200195, 00091511600049
- **Handle Material:** Plastic
- **Item Weight:** 2.5 Ounces
- **Manufacturer:** OLFA
- **Material:** Others
- **Style:** Modern
- **UPC:** 091511600049 091511200195

## Images

![5003 L-1 18mm Ratchet-Lock Heavy-Duty Utility Knife - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61MYemvkaSL.jpg)
![5003 L-1 18mm Ratchet-Lock Heavy-Duty Utility Knife - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51IiQYaexGL.jpg)
![5003 L-1 18mm Ratchet-Lock Heavy-Duty Utility Knife - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xVWbXmUyL.jpg)
![5003 L-1 18mm Ratchet-Lock Heavy-Duty Utility Knife - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71JMKVTwryL.jpg)
![5003 L-1 18mm Ratchet-Lock Heavy-Duty Utility Knife - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+7t646WeL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I purchased elmer's (cork) foam board to mount a 26x26 inch jigsaw puzzle and now  need to the trim the foam board, do you think this tool would work?**
A: I have used this tool to cut everything from paper and foam board to building materials like fiberglass insulation and even roofing shingles.

**Q: Is there storage inside the knife for spare blades?**
A: No there is not.

**Q: How long is the cutting surface of the blade?**
A: The cutting blade area is 1 centimeter

**Q: Does this take the 9mm snap-off blades?**
A: It uses 18 mm blades part number LB-10B snap off blades

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good 👍 knife
*by B***R on 20 August 2025*

Good 👍 knife

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product
*by S***A on 16 January 2023*

Olfa is quite a good brand...nice purchase

### ⭐ Only 1 piece and not 6 pieces in the pack as described
*by R***N on 7 July 2020*

The description made by the seller gives a meaning that there are 6 pieces but the delivery made was Only 1. Not a good way to sell by cheating in numbers

## Frequently Bought Together

- OLFA 18mm Heavy-Duty Utility Knife (L-1) - Multi-Purpose Custom Cutting Depth Utility Knife w/Ergonomic Grip Handle & Snap-Off Blade, Replacement Blades: Any OLFA 18mm Blade
- OLFA 5009 LB-10B Snap-Off Heavy Duty Blade, 10 Pack
- OLFA UltraSharp Black Snap-Off Heavy-Duty Blade

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*Product available on Desertcart Croatia*
*Store origin: HR*
*Last updated: 2026-06-20*