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5.5″ Kitchen Utility Knife

Name: 5.5″ Kitchen Utility Knife
SKU: ART-UTL-05-1
Price: 34.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

THE KNIFE THAT PULLS DOUBLE DUTY

High-carbon German steel

Full tang with ergonomic handles

Ultra Sharp

Our Utility Knives Lineup

3.5″ Paring Knife

$32.99 $52.99

5" Serrated Utility Knife

$29.99 $49.99

5.5″ Kitchen Utility Knife

$34.99 $64.99

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Every kitchen has the same problem: a chef knife that's too much for half the job, and a paring knife that runs out of blade halfway through. The 5.5″ utility fills that gap, plain and simple. Its tapered slim profile lets you peel an apple in-hand, then turn around and quarter a sandwich without changing knives. High-carbon German steel, hand-sharpened to 14–16° per side, keeps the edge biting through soft skins and crusty bread alike. The full-tang spine runs the length of a triple-riveted Pakkawood handle — balanced for control, not show. No celebrity name on the bolster, no fancy stamp, just steel and wood doing their job. Laminated surface shrugs off rust and stain. The lifetime warranty's the trust signal. Buy it, sharpen it, use it for the next thirty years.

All Cutluxe knives are forged from high-carbon German steel — rust-resistant, impact-tough, and precision-tapered to a razor-sharp 14–16° edge. Handles are crafted from ergonomic Pakkawood for a secure, comfortable grip in any condition. Every knife features full tang construction for maximum balance and control. To keep your knife performing at its best: Hand-wash only — dishwashers damage the edge and handle over time Dry immediately after washing to prevent moisture build-up Hone regularly with a honing rod to keep the edge aligned between sharpenings Store on a magnetic strip, in a knife roll, or in a block — never loose in a drawer Use a wooden or plastic cutting board; glass and ceramic surfaces dull the blade

Not the right fit? No problem. If your Cutluxe knife doesn't meet your expectations for any reason, contact us within 30 days of purchase for a full refund or free exchange — no questions asked. We stand behind every blade we make. If the quality isn't what you expected, we'll make it right. Simply reach out to our team at support@cutluxe.com and we'll handle the rest.

Every Cutluxe knife is backed by a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. If your blade or handle ever fails due to a manufacturing issue, we'll replace it — for the life of the product. What's covered: Defects in blade construction, handle materials, and assembly. This warranty applies to the original purchaser and is non-transferable. What's not covered: Normal wear and tear, damage from misuse, improper care, or dishwasher use. To make a warranty claim, contact us at support@cutluxe.com with your proof of purchase and a description of the issue.

Shipping Standard delivery (free): All US orders ship free. Arrives in 3–5 business days after dispatch; allow up to 7 days during peak periods. Expedited delivery (from $6.99): 1–2 business days. Most orders ship within 24 hours of purchase. International shipping: Available at checkout. Rates and delivery times calculated at checkout based on destination. Returns Changed your mind? Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused and in original packaging. Contact support@cutluxe.com to initiate a return — we'll guide you through the process.

FREQUENTLY BOUGHT TOGETHER

Ultra sharp German steel kitchen knife with lifetime warranty, featured on Forbes

5.5″ Kitchen Utility Knife

$34.99

CA$34.99 ~~CA$64.99~~

CHEF-TRIED PITMASTER-APPROVED

High-Carbon German Steel

Edge retention and corrosion resistance

Full-Tang Construction

Blade through handle for strength and balance

Hand-Sharpened Edges

Razor-sharp out of the box

Ergonomic  Pakkawood Handles

Comfortable, moisture-resistant,  built for long use

5.5" Utility Knife

Most kitchens have a chef knife, a paring knife, and a stack of half-used blades in between. This is the one you actually grab — for the half-and-half jobs that don't deserve either.

5.5-inch blade — fits the prep work nothing else does cleanly
High-carbon German steel, 14–16° edge — holds sharpness through Sunday brunch and back
Full-tang build with Pakkawood handle — weighted right, no flex, no rattle
Lifetime warranty — bought once, kept for good

WHAT OUR MASTER CHEFS SAY

High-Carbon German Steel

“Reminds me of my father’s knives — only sharper. You feel the difference the moment it hits the board. Solid in the hand.”

Chef Alex R., BBQ Specialist

Photo of Chef David T., Professional Butcher

Edge Retention

“Even after weeks of heavy use, the edge stays razor-sharp. I can slice brisket, roast, and vegetables without stopping to resharpen.”

Chef David T., Professional Butcher

Precision & Craftsmanship

“I’ve worked in Japanese kitchens for over 10 years, and Cutluxe knives feel incredible. The balance, edge, and weight are perfect — slicing fish, meat, and vegetables is effortless."

Chef Haruto S., Tokyo

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Excellent quality razor sharp nice heavy handles quality steel very pleased will buy more in the future but again you need to change your wood magnet holder I got one that was defective and didn't have a place to screw it into is just a drilled hole poorly and then the second one I put the knives on it and they literally just slide down and scratch the wood they're very poor quality please go with the one that I'm trying to tell you to buy which I purchased before in Texas they're only $32 there twice as big and much better quality and the magnet is extremely strong on both sides

Sean O.

06/08/2026

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I love the weight of the handle it's extremely comfortable and definitely nice good heavy weight and razor sharp blades I have bought many of these from Amazon and they're all garbage if you can imagine a tube of ground round hamburger and none of these knives wood cut through it yours or razor sharp I could literally cut paper and that's a true sharp knife all the knives I bought from you is are amazing and I will buy others I ordered another set from this other company and they are terrible they won't even cut my skin it's pathetic your product is amazing but again I've sent you pictures of the ones you should be selling that are top quality they retail on Amazon for only $32 there twice the size so they set a whole set of knives on either side and the magnet is actually strong unlike the one you're selling I would stop selling that that is a very poor quality product and it doesn't make you look good when you sell such excellent knive and such a poor magnet board I would definitely dump that company and go with the one of the pictures that I sent you it's top quality and literally you have to grab them to pull them off yours literally you put the knife on and it falls off and scratches the wood so anyways thank you so much I'm extremely pleased and I plan on buying more knives from you in the future a whole set and I wish you would sell the magnetic board that I sent you thank you I couldn't be happier with your product

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Unfortunately, one of the sharpening stones arrived damaged during shipping, so I contacted their customer service team. Their response was much faster than expected, and they promptly provided a solution.
This clearly shows their professionalism and commitment to customers. I highly recommend buying with confidence. Cutluxe is a serious, reliable brand and definitely worth the investment.

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In Dec/25, I ordered the 5" Santoku for myself. I love it SO much, I bought 2 others for gifts. 1) The knife is well weighted, comfortable to hold, easy to use, sharp, sharp, sharp and beautiful to look at. 2) I know the recipients will love their Santoku as much as I love mine. 3) The packaging of the knife is amazing which is important if you are giving it as a gift. Very classy. 4) The customer service at Cutluxe is stellar. I had an issue regarding a return (of my own doing) and their response time immediate, polite and professional. I was very impressed with this aspect of the business. I have told many friends about the quality of the product and the superior after-sales responses. Thank you Cutluxe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a utility knife if I already own a chef knife and a paring knife?

Short answer — yes, more than you think. The chef knife is built for big work; the paring knife is built for small work. Half the prep you do day to day sits between them: cutting a sandwich, quartering an apple, trimming a chicken thigh, slicing a tomato thin enough not to make the bread soggy. Doing those jobs with the wrong-sized knife is the difference between fine and clean. The 5.5″ utility lives in that gap. After a week you'll wonder how you cooked without one.

What does the 5.5-inch length actually give me that a smaller knife doesn't?

Reach. A 3.5″ paring knife is great in-hand, but it runs out of blade the second the food gets bigger than your palm — citrus, sandwiches, larger tomatoes, half a melon. The extra two inches on this one mean you keep the food flat on the board and the knife in proper grip the whole time. Same sharpness, more range. Same control, more surface to work on. That's the entire reason this category of knife exists.

How is this different from buying another paring knife or a smaller chef knife?

A paring knife is built for in-hand precision work — peeling, coring, the close stuff. A chef knife is built for chopping, rocking, and volume. The utility is built for the slicing work in between — and the tapered slim profile means it cuts more like a chef knife than a paring knife, just on a smaller scale. The 5.5″ size also keeps it nimble in tight spaces. Buy it as the third blade — not a substitute for either of the other two.

How do I care for this knife so it lasts?

Hand-wash, towel-dry, store on a magnet strip or in a block — never the dishwasher, never the wet sink overnight. Hone it on a rod every few uses (the 10″ Honing Rod pairs well) and the edge will hold for months between sharpenings. The Pakkawood handle takes a light wipe of mineral oil once or twice a year if you want to keep its color. Treat it like a tool that's meant to last, and the lifetime warranty becomes a backstop you'll probably never need.

Does this make a good gift, and what's the return situation?

It's one of the easiest knives to gift — versatile enough for any cook, recognisable enough not to require an explanation, priced honestly. It also pairs naturally with the 3-piece Chef Knife Set if you want to upgrade the gift. The lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects, and the 30-day money-back guarantee covers everything else — if it doesn't feel right in their hand, it goes back. No questions, no restock fees.