Milwaukee Milwaukee Tools
- Knife
- Metal
- 7.8 inches
- Plastic
- Better rated than 85%
- More reviewed than 59%
Milwaukee's 48-22-1901 pairs strong review numbers with steady monthly demand, a track record that speaks well of a folding knife built for job sites.
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How it ranks among the 246 knifes we track
4.8★ across 2,571 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,571 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
800+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 246 knifes we track - how the scorecard works · full knifes data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
At 7.75 inches, the Milwaukee 48-22-1901 pairs a metal body with a plastic-handle overmold in a folding format. Nearly 2,600 reviews average out to 4.8 stars, and about 800 sold in the past month.
The category label on this listing reads Knifes, and the title backs that up directly, so this page treats it as a folding utility knife rather than an accessory or sheath. Metal construction paired with a plastic handle section is a common combination for job site folding knives built to survive drops.
- 7.75 inch overall length
- Metal body, plastic handle
- 800 bought monthly
- 4.8 average rating
Who it's for
Tradespeople and DIYers looking for a compact folding knife for job site cutting are the target here. If you need a fixed blade or a stated lock type, this listing doesn't confirm either.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- About 800 bought in the past month
- Metal body construction
- 4.8 rating across 2,571+ reviews
- Blade length and edge type not specified separately
- No lock mechanism stated
Performance notes
At 7.75 inches overall, this sits in typical folding utility knife territory rather than a full-size fixed blade. The metal body adds durability for job site drops, while the plastic handle section keeps weight down and adds grip.
Specifications
| Brand | MILWAUKEE |
|---|---|
| Material | Metal |
| Length | 7.8 inches |
| Handle | Plastic |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in knifes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Milwaukee ToolsThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 2,571 | 4.5 / 5 |
| WORKPRO W013053AU KnifeWORKPRO | 4.8 / 5 | 9,700 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Victorinox 0.6223.G KnifeVictorinox | 4.8 / 5 | 9,400 | 4.7 / 5 |
| LEATHERMAN 831426 KnifeLEATHERMAN | 4.8 / 5 | 9,800 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Gerber 31-000345 KnifeGerber | 4.7 / 5 | 16,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the MILWAUKEE knifes
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Milwaukee 48-22-1901 a fixed or folding knife?
The listing describes it as a knife with an overall 7.75 inch length; folding utility knives are the common format at this size for Milwaukee's line.
What is the handle made of?
Plastic, paired with a metal body per the listing.
How popular is this knife?
About 800 were bought in the past month, a strong monthly figure for a folding knife.