Skip to main content

Cookies on BBB.org

We use cookies to give users the best content and online experience. By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to allow us to use all cookies. Visit our Privacy Policy to learn more.

Manage Cookies

About

About This Business

This company manufactures and markets Cutco Cutlery. Vector Marketing Corporation sells its products via independent contractors who sell Cutco Cutlery on a direct sales basis through personal appointments. The company recruits independent contractors by placing advertisements in local college newspapers and websites. Independent contractors for Vector Marketing attend an unpaid seminar and are loaned a sample kit at no charge for as long as they are actively showing the product. The company offers a pay structure that combines guaranteed pay with an incentive commission program. 

 

BBB Accredited Since: 12/19/1990

Years in Business: 77

Products and Services

Cutco Cutlery

Business Details

BBB File Opened:
8/1/1984
Business Started:
3/14/1948
Business Started Locally:
3/14/1948
Business Incorporated:
10/11/1989
Type of Entity:
Corporation
Alternate Names:
Cutco Corporation
Cutco Cutlery Corporation
KA-BAR Knives, Inc.
Vector Marketing
Cutco
www.workforstudents.com
www.summerbreakwork.com
Work For Students
Summer Break Work

Additional Contact Information

Fax numbers
Primary Fax: (716) 790-7184
Additional Phone Numbers
Other Phone: (800) 282-0130
Other Phone: (267) 880-1750
Other Phone: (408) 703-7000
Other Phone: (512) 920-0820
Other Phone: (716) 373-6146
Other Phone: (734) 525-5200
Other Phone: (847) 400-0320
Other Phone: (866) 704-0682
Other Phone: (972) 596-3700

Additional Information

Latest Reviews

  • Bradley C

    "I do not recall applying for them, but randomly got a text at 10pm from them saying I got my "requested" interview, which I'm quite sure I never requested, as I'm not fond of the idea of being a salesman for overpriced cooking knives. Their message asked "What time would you be available for an interview?" ... Read full review

  • Obasi G

    "I had an interview that lasted 2 hours with the district manager. After two hours, I left and informed the person interviewing me (the district manager) that I was no longer interested in the position." ... Read full review

  • Caitlin L

    "This company tries everything to sell their knives to people who don't want the service.I submitted a complaint to a sales rep, and she said she would take my number and submit it to Vector Marketing for feedback." ... Read full review

View all Reviews

More Resources

BBB Business Profiles may not be reproduced for sales or promotional purposes.

BBB Business Profiles are provided solely to assist you in exercising your own best judgment. BBB asks third parties who publish complaints, reviews and/or responses on this website to affirm that the information provided is accurate. However, BBB does not verify the accuracy of information provided by third parties, and does not guarantee the accuracy of any information in Business Profiles.

When considering complaint information, please take into account the company's size and volume of transactions, and understand that the nature of complaints and a firm's responses to them are often more important than the number of complaints.

BBB Business Profiles generally cover a three-year reporting period, except for customer reviews. Customer reviews posted prior to July 5, 2024, will no longer be published when they reach three years from their submission date. Customer reviews posted on/after July 5, 2024, will be published indefinitely unless otherwise voluntarily retracted by the user who submitted the content, or BBB no longer believes the review is authentic. BBB Business Profiles are subject to change at any time. If you choose to do business with this company, please let them know that you checked their record with BBB.

As a matter of policy, BBB does not endorse any product, service or business. Businesses are under no obligation to seek BBB accreditation, and some businesses are not accredited because they have not sought BBB accreditation. BBB charges a fee for BBB Accreditation. This fee supports BBB's efforts to fulfill its mission of advancing marketplace trust.