What’s the name of the guarantee Cutco offers?
The Forever Guarantee.
What makes Cutco knives “Forever Sharp”?
Forever Guarantee with free sharpening/replacement.
What’s the first step of a Cutco demo?
Answer: Build rapport / introduction.
Where is Cutco headquartered?
Olean, New York.
True or False: Cutco makes kitchen scissors.
True — the Super Shears.
How many products does Cutco currently manufacture?
Over 100 different products (knives, utensils, cookware, and accessories).
What is the name of the unique edge design?
The Double-D® Edge.
What is the “10-5-2-1” rule from Training?
10 Appts First Weekend → Best 5 Customers 1st Weekend → 2 Demos ASAP (First Night) → 1st Demo 1st sale.
How many employees does Cutco have?
Around 600+ employees at headquarters.
What’s the funniest food you’ve ever cut with Cutco?
(Open-ended for players — watermelon, frozen steak, a penny, etc.)
What year was Cutco founded?
1949.
Which handle design makes Cutco knives stand out?
The ergonomic Wedge-Lock® handle.
Name 2 ways to build rapport quickly.
Find common interests and ask personal questions (family, hobbies, career, etc.).
What does “Vector” stand for in Vector Marketing?
It represents direction, growth, and opportunity (not an acronym).
Which celebrity chef has mentioned Cutco before?
Rachael Ray (and others casually in interviews).
What’s the #1 best-selling Cutco item?
The Trimmer (Utility Knife).
What material are Cutco handles made from?
Thermo-resin (dishwasher safe, won’t chip, crack, or fade).
What is the most important part of your demo? (the bloodline of your business)
Reccommendations
Who is the parent company of Cutco?
Alcas Corporation (now Cutco Corporation).
How long does it take to make a single Cutco knife?
About 25 steps / several hours.
Name 3 reasons why customers buy Cutco.
Quality, Forever Guarantee, and American-made craftsmanship.
Explain why the Double-D edge is different from serrated knives.
It cuts on three sides of the blade, stays sharp longer, and can be factory-resharpened (unlike serrated knives).
Give a word-for-word closing line you’d use to ask for the order when presenting the homemaker.
So would you like to get this set today and get your free gifts?
Name a milestone Cutco achieved in sales revenue.
Reached $200 million+ in annual sales.
Cutco once made a product besides knives — name it.
Hunting/fishing gear, garden tools, or sporting knives.