Carbon Steel Utility Knife
Carbon Steel Utility Knife
Expert Praise
Messermeister, a leading manufacturer of premium handcrafted chef’s knives... is a go-to brand for myriad professional chefs and home cooks
— Barron's Penta
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Why It Made The List
Carbon steel is for cooks who care more about cutting performance than dishwasher convenience, and this professional grade utility knife makes the case beautifully. The blade is harder and tougher than stainless alloys, holds its edge longer and can be restored more easily, with a ceramic stonewash finish added for better stain resistance and smoother cutting. Messermeister’s raised handle position, ramped bolster and integrated control surfaces give it a confident, guided feel in the hand, while the resin-stabilised Spanish hardwood handle keeps the look warm rather than clinical. Handcrafted in Maniago, Italy, it’s a sharp, serious middleweight for kitchens where knives are treated properly.
N.B. Subject to 18+ age verification on checkout (OneID) and delivery (Royal Mail)
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At A Glance
- Handcrafted in Maniago, Italy
- Carbon steel holds its edge longer
- Ceramic stonewash improves stain resistance
- 15° edge for extreme cutting performance
- Tough, handsome Spanish hardwood handle
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Length: 15 cm / 6 inches
Blade Material: Carbon steel
Blade Finish: Ceramic stonewash
Handle Material: Resin-stabilised Spanish hardwood
Edge Angle: 15°
Made In: Maniago, Italy
Care: Hand wash and towel dry thoroughly
Maintenance: Apply a light coat of mineral oil or cooking oil to the blade regularly
Dishwasher Safe: No
MORE DETAIL
MORE DETAIL
This 15cm utility knife bridges the gap between a paring knife and a chef's knife, making it well suited to slicing fruit, vegetables, meats, cheeses and other everyday kitchen tasks.
The blade is made from Böhler K110 carbon steel with a ceramic stonewash finish, combining long edge retention with improved stain resistance and a smoother cutting action.
Each blade is hand finished with Messermeister's three-stage process, features an 80/20 hollow grind and is sharpened to a 15° cutting edge for precise, controlled slicing.
The handle is made from resin-stabilised Spanish hardwood, using natural non-phenolic resins to improve durability while retaining the character of the wood.
A raised handle position, ramped bolster and integrated control surfaces are designed to guide the hand into a secure grip and maximise comfort during prolonged use.
Handcrafted in Maniago, Italy, the knife has a blade hardness of 61 HRC and is backed by Messermeister's Knife for Life warranty.
As with all high-carbon steel knives, it should be hand washed, dried immediately after use and lightly oiled regularly. Over time the blade will develop a natural protective patina that helps guard against corrosion.
SHIPPING AND RETURNS
SHIPPING AND RETURNS
SHIPPING OPTIONS
Standard - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2-3 business days): £2.95
DPD Next Business Day (Cut off: 2pm Mon-Fri): £5.95
DPD Next Business Day by 12 Midday (Cut off: 2pm Mon-Fri): £12.95
DPD Saturday Delivery (Cut-off: Fri 2pm): £9.95
DPD Saturday Delivery by 12 Midday (Cut off: Fri 2pm): £12.95
DPD Sunday Delivery (Cut-off: Fri 2pm): £9.95
18+ PRODUCTS
18+ Standard - Royal Mail Tracked 48 + Age Verified (2-3 business days): £4.95
18+ Express - Royal Mail Tracked 24 + Age Verified (Usually next business day but not guaranteed, cut-off 2pm Mon-Fri): £7.95
FREE SHIPPING
FREE Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2-3 Business Days): Orders £90+
FREE Premium DPD Next Business Day (Cut off: 2pm Mon-Fri): Orders £250+
*All time-specific deliveries are usually delivered within advertised timeframes, but carriers do not 100% guarantee
N.B. For 18+ orders that include bladed products or alcohol, a £2 surcharge is added to normal shipping costs, to cover the legally required Age Verification service (as detailed above). All such orders will be shipped via Royal Mail.
For some rural postcodes next day delivery is not possible. For more detail on these postcodes, please see our Shipping page. There is no system check for these postcodes, so please do not select these services if your delivery address falls within this list.
RETURNS
We offer 100-day returns, provided items are returned in a perfectly re-sellable condition (undamaged and in original condition with tags/packaging). For more detailed information on conditions of return and the process involved, please see our Returns policy page.

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