X-ACTO is the most recognized brand in cutting. Trusted by craftsmen, moms, students and professionals alike, X-ACTO blades have provided precision cutting excellence for over 90 years. The patented X-ACTO Quiet sharpener is 4 TIMES quieter than a typical electric pencil sharpener. Designed to deliver a softer sound, ultra low decibel level and the great X-ACTO quality. Equipped with two X-ACTO hardened steel cutters, large shavings receptacle and a patented motor system that increases durability, it is built to deliver the X-ACTO Edge.