Acme United Corporation
Cutting Tool With Soft Handles and Method of Making Same

Abstract:

A dual blade cutting tool is disclosed herein that comprises first and second cutting blades, a finger handle formed on the first cutting blade, the finger handle comprising a first core and a first exoskeleton formed over the first core, a thumb handle formed on the second cutting blade, the thumb handle comprising a second core and a second exoskeleton formed over the second core. The first and second cores have a combination of thickness and rigidity to render the cutting tool suitable for use in cutting, and the first and second exoskeletons have a combination of thickness and softness to provide comfort during extended use of the cutting tool. A method of making the cutting tool also is disclosed.