Stanley snap-off utility knife

Stanley is a legendary brand in the world of tools and hardware, tracing its beginnings back to 1843 when Frederick Stanley founded the Stanley Works in New Britain, Connecticut. The brand has become synonymous with professional-grade hand tools, particularly its range of utility knives and measuring tools which are staples in toolboxes worldwide.

Today, the brand is owned by Stanley Black & Decker, a global leader in industrial and consumer goods formed in 2010 through the merger of Stanley Works and Black & Decker. While the company maintains strong roots in the United States, its manufacturing operations are globally distributed. High-performance models are still produced in the USA using global materials, while many consumer-grade utility knives are manufactured in China, Taiwan, or Thailand to meet global demand. Stanley Black & Decker operates as a massive industrial conglomerate managing a diverse portfolio of iconic brands like DEWALT, Craftsman, and Lenox.