The Outback Utility Knife is built for the way you cook—practical, versatile, and tough enough to handle it all. With a precision-carved index finger hole, it gives you full control for every slice and dice. The hand-forged, hammered stainless steel blade is razor-sharp, long-lasting, and designed with holes so food doesn’t stick, making prep easier than ever.Its sturdy rosewood handle offers a comfortable, secure grip that feels great in your hand, whether you’re slicing meat, chopping veggies, or tackling anything in between. Durable, dependable, and downright good-looking, this knife will be your new kitchen favorite for years to come. ~END KNIFE DESCRIPTION~ ~Features Start~ Professional QualityOur blades are made of the highest quality steel and trusted by professional chefs, hobbyists, as well as the average home cook.Easy to CleanMade with stainless steel, cleaning any AIKIDO knife is as easy as wiping it gently with a wet sponge or cloth.Ergonomically DesignedEach knife has been designed with the optimal center of gravity to ensure it is well-balanced in your hand.The beautiful octagonal wooden handle ensures a comfortable and sturdy grip with every use. ~Features End~ ~Product Details Start~Blade: This blade is forged from premium high-carbon 5Cr15MoV steel and undergoes a meticulous heat-treatment process to deliver outstanding durability and performance. The steel is heated to a blazing 1500–1600°F during quenching and tempered at 350–450°F to enhance its hardness and lifespan, far exceeding standard knives. A hammered finish is applied during forging, giving the blade a distinctive look while also improving food release for smoother cutting.Handle: The rosewood handle, securely riveted to both sides of the full tang blade, combines the natural comfort and grip of wood with the strength and durability of steel. With a convenient hook on the end for hanging, this knife feels perfectly balanced and reliable with every cut. Dimensions: 10.6 " x 2.0 "Weight: 8.8 oz~Product Details End~ ~Our Guarantee Start~ Our products are made with the belief that high quality kitchen tools should be affordable for all. As culinary enthusiasts ourselves, we look for knives made from the highest quality materials and with outstanding craftsmanship. ~Our Guarantee End~~Product Disclaimer Start~ $(document).ready(function(){ // Add smooth scrolling to all links $("a").on('click', function(event) { // Make sure this.hash has a value before overriding default behavior if (this.hash == "#productDisclaimerLearnMore") { // Prevent default anchor click behavior event.preventDefault(); // Store hash if(window.innerWidth > 750) { var hash = document.getElementsByClassName("productDisclaimerLearnMore")[0]; } else { var hash = document.getElementsByClassName("productDisclaimerLearnMore")[1]; if(hash.parentElement.offsetHeight == 0) { hash.parentElement.previousElementSibling.click(); } }; // Using jQuery's animate() method to add smooth page scroll // The optional number (800) specifies the number of milliseconds it takes to scroll to the specified area $('html, body').animate({ scrollTop: $(hash).offset().top }, 800, function(){ // Add hash (#) to URL when done scrolling (default click behavior) //window.location.hash = hash; }); } // End if }); }); *EXCLUSIVE*: Every Takaharu Series knife handle undergoes a unique colorization process: no two handles will ever have the same color/pattern! Learn more~Product Disclaimer End~