How do you change the blade off of an X-Acto knife?

Question

I've read some of the answers from a year ago.
Supposedly, I think I'm to take the ruff edge near the blade, turn it counter-clock wise, and it should release the blade?

I'm not sure if my X-Acto knife is defective, but it just won't turn.
Is there a way to loosen it somehow?
The more strength I put into turning, the more I'm afraid I'll lose my grip and slit my hands on the blade. xp
I've heard so many X-Acto knife horror stories.
I want to find a safe way of trying to get the blade out.

Answer 1

Here is one site with some instructions
http://www.camacdonald.com/MEE/Tips/017XActoKnives.pdf

Answer 2

That IS the correct method... though it sounds like your collet "the rough edge" is frozen.

Spray some WD-40 on the end and let it soak for a spell... then grab the collet with a padded pair of pliers. Wear some leather gloves if you are nervous.

Always wear safety glasses when using an X-acto... I've had the tip of many blades snap and hit my glasses.

Good Luck and Work Safe

Answer 3

use a heavy cotton pot holder or a leather work glove on the end with the blade. The handle should loosen near the blade end. If it doesn't use something like WD-40 or machine oil to soak it up a bit. You might need a couple pair of vice grips pliers to turn the thing. Turn the pliers in opposite directions.

And do be very careful.

Answer 4

If it is truly an exato knife, the instructions should have worked. Try wrapping a piece of cloth around th ruff edge of the blade. Grip this area with a pair of pliers and turn counter- clock wise. You should be able to loosen it, with no danger of cutting yourself.

Answer 5

Your computer can go bad without you messing it up. If a power surge occurs it might fry some internal components. If a fan fails, it might overheat and fry something. Hard drives and motherboards occasionally go bad from mechanical issues. If you're looking for a way to cause it to malfunction without it being "your fault" then that's a little more complex. I don't condone it, but you could try intentionally making it overheat by covering fans or even unplugging fans (but remember to plug them back in). Beware, it might not work, and it's probably not the best way to approach the situation.

Answer 6

Xacto Knofe