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Ultra-thin Utility Knife Provides Unique Combination of Durability, Versatility & Comfort, and Looks Cool Doing It

 Innovative Sliver³Ultra-thin Combination knife delivers an updated design for utility knives

 VISTA, Calif. –    Thin is in. IDL Tools International announces the Sliver3™ 3-in-1 Ultra-thin Combination Knife.  Take one look at the Sliver3™ and you will notice that is decidedly different from other utility knives.  The Sliver3’s unique sliver-thin body measures less than 1/2” thick and is steel-reinforced to provide users both comfort and durability. Because the Sliver3™ is loaded with three different tools – a utility blade, a drop-point knife blade, and a magnetic screwdriver – it is as functional and versatile as it is cool looking.

There whenever you need it
The ultra-thin body of the Sliver3™ immediately sets it apart from other utility knives.  Constructed of steel-reinforced glass filled nylon the Sliver3™ is strong and rugged enough to handle harsh conditions and come back for more. The slim profile of the Sliver3™ enables it to fit comfortably in users’ pants pocket, an apron, or tool belt until it needs to be put to work.  “The shape of most standard utility knives makes them clunky and awkward feeling in your pocket. Consequently most people only carry one when absolutely necessary or when they are wearing a tool belt.” Said Bill Driscoll, Vice President, Strategy and Marketing at IDL Tools International “What good is a utility knife if you don’t carry it all the time?  The Sliver3™   was designed to be comfortably carried around and virtually disappear in a tool belt or a pants pocket so it is always around when you need it.”  

2X the cutting ability
Because new engineered materials are being introduced to jobsites with growing frequency the Sliver3™ contains both a utility knife and a hollow-ground drop-point knife blade to help users cut the widening array of materials they find on the site or in their house.  The utility knife of the Sliver3™ can accept a full range of standard and application specific utility blades making the tool even more versatile. The push-button tool-less blade change mechanism makes replacing blades quick and easy. The Sliver3’s™ knife is a robust and durable drop-point blade that provides dry-shave sharpness and is designed to hold its edge to cut materials that standard utility blades can not handle.  For added safety a liner lock automatically snaps into place to hold the blade open.  To unlock the blade simply push the lock to the side and fold the blade shut.  

Transitioning between using either the knife or utility blade requires only one hand, is effortless and lightening fast. The Sliver3’s™ patent pending Quick Flip body design stacks the two blades at the same end of the tool. This innovative design enables users to quickly transition from one blade to the other by simply rolling the tool over in the palm of their hand.   It is really that simple. 

No more wishing
For added convenience and still more versatility the handle of the Sliver3™ doubles as a magnetic screwdriver with interchangeable bits.   The end of the tool opposite the blades contains a steel reinforced magnetic screwdriver bit holder.   With storage for two bit tips also built into the handle, Sliver3™ users will never again find themselves holding a Phillips screwdriver wishing for a flathead or vice versa.    

Sliver3™ pricing and availability
The Sliver3™ 3-in-1 Ultra-thin Combination Knife is available for purchase through Ace Hardware, and many other traditional hardware retailers &catalogs, internet based retailers for approximately $14.99

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