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product_id: 386087407
title: "Westcott Compact Retractable Box Opener (16474), Uses Slice Ceramic Blades"
brand: "westcott"
price: "KSh6098"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Westcott"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/386087407-westcott-compact-retractable-box-opener-16474-uses-slice-ceramic-blades
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region: Kenya
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# Slice ceramic blade for sharpness & safety Magnetic storage convenience Compact & lightweight 22.9g Westcott Compact Retractable Box Opener (16474), Uses Slice Ceramic Blades

**Brand:** westcott
**Price:** KSh6098
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Cut through clutter with style and safety!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Westcott Compact Retractable Box Opener (16474), Uses Slice Ceramic Blades by westcott
- **How much does it cost?** KSh6098 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/386087407-westcott-compact-retractable-box-opener-16474-uses-slice-ceramic-blades)

## Best For

- westcott enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Trusted Legacy:** Backed by Westcott’s 150+ years of trusted craftsmanship—join the pros who rely on quality.
- • **Magnetic Mastery:** Built-in magnet lets you store it on your fridge or metal surfaces—never lose your tool again.
- • **Ergonomic Comfort:** Rounded edges ensure a comfortable grip, reducing hand fatigue during repetitive use.
- • **Ceramic Blade Safety:** Slice ceramic blades deliver razor-sharp cuts with enhanced safety and durability.
- • **Pocket-Ready Precision:** Ultra-compact design fits effortlessly in your pocket or keychain for on-the-go access.

## Overview

The Westcott Compact Retractable Box Opener features a lightweight 22.9g design with a safe, ultra-sharp Slice ceramic blade. Its magnetic back allows easy storage on metal surfaces, while ergonomic rounded edges provide comfort during use. Perfect for professionals and creatives alike, this trusted tool combines portability, safety, and durability in one sleek package.

## Description

Retractable blade. Comfortable rounded edges. Easily carried in your pocket or Keychain. Magnet for storage on refrigerator. Teachers, crafters and professionals have trusted Westcott since 1872. Shop today with confidence.

Review: This little box opener is the best thing ever. Safe and very strong and sharp.
Review: I gave this as a gift to my entire family this year for xmas. Really handy and much less expensive than competing brands. Westcott ftw.

## Features

- Comfortable rounded edges
- Easily carried in your pocket or keychain
- Magnet for storage on refrigerator
- Retractable blade
- Uses Slice ceramic blades (10404)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B019O2UDYM |
| Brand | Westcott |
| Color | Compact |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (622) |
| Date First Available | 13 April 2016 |
| Item Weight | 22.9 g |
| Manufacturer | ACME United Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 16474 |
| Material Type | Plastic/ Ceramics |
| Model number | 16474 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 34.19 x 12.26 x 2.58 cm; 22.96 g |
| Size | compact |

## Product Details

- **Blade material:** Ceramic
- **Brand:** Westcott
- **Colour:** Compact
- **Handle material:** Plastic
- **Material:** Plastic/ Ceramics

## Images

![Westcott Compact Retractable Box Opener (16474), Uses Slice Ceramic Blades - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719eNcT25KL.jpg)
![Westcott Compact Retractable Box Opener (16474), Uses Slice Ceramic Blades - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QBJyBN3EL.jpg)
![Westcott Compact Retractable Box Opener (16474), Uses Slice Ceramic Blades - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71UztF-K-HL.jpg)
![Westcott Compact Retractable Box Opener (16474), Uses Slice Ceramic Blades - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/817fnGswspL.jpg)
![Westcott Compact Retractable Box Opener (16474), Uses Slice Ceramic Blades - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81SUfAab5yL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I bought this at walmart, but how do you lock the blade in the out position?  (it's a nuisance to use while always having to push the spring forward.)**
A: This is a safety feature. Slice has a similar model (10515), also available on Amazon, that does not retract and that model also has a locking feature.

**Q: Will this cut fabric?**
A: I haven't tried, but it probably would. Not as precise as scissors, but it's pretty sharp.

**Q: How do you "lock" the blade in the OUT position?**
A: It does not lock, but there is a little recessed push tab on opposite side of the logo that prevents the blade slider and blade from retracting if you apply pressure to the push tab when the blade is fully extended.  However, it may just be easier to hold the blade slider to the desired position when operating.  The push tab is a little to small for my fingers to effectively operate.

**Q: What size of slice blades do I get for replacement in this knife?**
A: I'm ordering the knife, but will hold off on the extra blades, as HarleyGirl2002 says the [10404/10408] blades will not fit.  
The correct replacement blade appears to be Westcott 16510 (https://www.amazon.com/Westcott-Safety-Ceramic-Replacement-16510/dp/B019O2UE8M/), but "currently unavailable".  The  Westcott 16510 blades have 2 notches, and the image of the 16510 package back confirms, "They will work with all Westcott ceramic tools (16473, 16474, 16475)."  In comparison, the Slice 10404 and 10408 blades have only one notch.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***H on 4 May 2025*

This little box opener is the best thing ever. Safe and very strong and sharp.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***Y on 20 January 2023*

I gave this as a gift to my entire family this year for xmas. Really handy and much less expensive than competing brands. Westcott ftw.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by B***N on 28 February 2020*

The blades are amazing, the size is handy. This is used for a retail store, so safety is important. The rounded blades don't poke or cut my hand by mistake. It cuts through cardboard and plastic with ease. Was able to cut through plastic wrapped clothes without cutting the clothes fabric. Strong enough to cut through thick cardboard to be able to break it down for compacting. Great product!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Westcott Compact Retractable Box Opener (16474), Uses Ceramic Blades
- Westcott Box Cutter Safety Ceramic Utility Knife (16475)
- Westcott Ceramic Replacement Blades 3-Pack

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*Last updated: 2026-02-17*