The IRWIN Folding Lock back knife is Compact and Easy to use

    Huntersville, NC (October 3, 2007) - IRWIN Industrial Tools®, a Newell-Rubbermaid Company, continues its commitment to creating meaningful innovation to drive performance on the jobsite with the launch of the Folding Lock back utility knife.

    IRWIN is introducing an easier to use Folding Lock Back utility knife. It's easier to use than other folding lock back knives due to the Quick Change Button feature, making blade changes 50 percent faster. And unlike other folding lock back knives, the IRWIN knife only allows blades to be changed when the knife is in a 45 degree angle, making it less likely for the blade to slip out of the knife when you don't want it to. Equipped with a wire stripping notch, the IRWIN Folding Lock Back knife delivers the convenience and durability sought after by professionals.

    IRWIN Folding Lock Back

    Folding Lock Back Knife

    "The folding feature makes this tool compact enough for you to slip into your pocket," said marketing director, Tim Onello. "And the Quick Change Button feature and Wire Stripping Notch make this a versatile tool you'll want to carry with you every day."

    Available at retail hardware and industrial construction stores, the IRWIN Folding Lock Back utility knife has a suggested retail value of $12.99. The IRWIN bi-metal Blue Blade utility blades are also available at the suggested retail price of $2.99 - $24.99, depending on pack quantity size.

    IRWIN Industrial Tools manufactures and distributes professional grade hand tools and power tool accessories worldwide for trade professionals who demand superior performance and durability on the job. IRWIN Industrial Tools' brand portfolio features user-preferred category leaders such as IRWIN, VISE-GRIP locking tools, MARATHON circular saw blades, QUICK-GRIP clamping tools, SPEEDBOR flat bits, STRAIT-LINE marking tools, Unibit step drill bits and HANSON taps and dies. IRWIN Industrial Tools is a Newell Rubbermaid company. For more information about IRWIN's line of hand tools and power tool accessories, call 1-800-GO-IRWIN or visit www.irwin.com.

    Contact: Melissa Gambrill
    Melissa.Gambrill@IRWIN.com
    (704) 987-4555