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MILWAUKEE

Milwaukee 48-22-1901 Knife

  • 2 inch blade, metal
  • Folding style, manual retractable handle
  • 7.75 inches item length
  • Plastic handle, black
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Instruction guide included

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A small black folding knife with a plastic handle and a metal blade, backed by a limited lifetime warranty. The listing does not say what the blade is made of beyond metal.

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ASIN: B003I85GT6Model: 48-22-1901Category: Utility & Work Knives

Overview

Milwaukee's 48-22-1901 is a folding utility knife with a short metal blade and a plastic handle. The handle is listed as manual retractable, and an instruction guide ships with the knife.

A job site brand name and a lifetime warranty give it appeal as a pocket cutter for routine work. The shortfall is detail, since the listing names no steel type, lock or opening style.

Who it's for

Workers who cut tape, packaging and similar light material through the day. The plastic handle stays light in a pouch. Skip it if a stated steel grade matters.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Plastic handle stays light
  • Instruction guide included
Cons
  • Blade steel not named
  • Lock type not listed
  • Short blade length

Performance notes

A compact cutting edge gives close control for light cutting but limited reach for thick material. Plastic handles reduce weight and resist corrosion, though they flex more under hard force. Edge life depends on a steel grade that is left unnamed.

Specifications

BrandMILWAUKEE
Model48-22-1901
Dimensions & fit
Blade Length2 incheslower than 87% of 61 utility & work knives
Item Length7.75 incheshigher than 71% of 105 utility & work knives
Construction & materials
Blade MaterialMetal
Handle MaterialPlastic
ColorBlack
Material Typesolid
Included components
Included ComponentsInstruction Guide
Unit Count1.0 Count
Warranty & support
Manufacturer Warranty DescriptionLimited Lifetime
Other details
Handle TypeManual-Retractable
Product StyleFolding
Item Type NameMilwaukee Tools - 48-22-1901

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  • Item Length 7.75 vs 7 inches (+11%)
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Frequently asked questions

How should the Milwaukee 48-22-1901 be cared for?

The listing gives no care instructions. Wiping the blade clean and dry after use is a sensible habit for any folding knife.

What is in the box with the Milwaukee 48-22-1901?

The listing names the knife and an instruction guide.