1. What is the #17A Narrow Chisel Blade designed for?
It's designed for removing layers, light chiseling, and shaping materials with precise, refined control.
2. What material is the #17A blade made from?
It's crafted from durable carbon steel, offering strength and precision for detailed craftwork.
3. What materials can this narrow chisel blade be used with?
It works well on matte board, linoleum, foam core, plastic, cardboard, plaster cast, cork, metal, stone, wood, balsa wood, rubber, wax, and clay.
4. Which knife handles are compatible with the #17A blade?
It fits standard light and medium duty X-Acto style handles, including Excel Blades K1, K3, K17, K18, K26, K30, and K71.
5. What kind of projects is this blade ideal for?
It's well-suited for model making, paper cutting, cake decorating, and polymer clay sculpting.
6. Does the #17A blade have any rust protection?
Yes, it's coated with a thin layer of oil to resist rust and maintain sharpness longer.
7. What pack sizes are available for the #17A blade?
It's available in convenient packs of 5 or 100 blades.
