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Product image 9 of 9: Ultra sharp German steel kitchen knife with lifetime warranty, featured on Forbes, ideal for home cooks and chefs

Product image 1 of 9: Ultra sharp German steel kitchen knife with lifetime warranty, featured on Forbes, ideal for home cooks and chefs

Product image 9 of 9: Ultra sharp German steel kitchen knife with lifetime warranty, featured on Forbes

5" Serrated Utility Knife

Name: 5" Serrated Utility Knife
SKU: ART-UTL-05-2
Price: 29.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

THE SMALL SERRATED THAT EARNS ITS DRAWER SLOT

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 pattern of unused knives. The chef knife is reached for daily. The paring knife is used for fruit. The bread knife is wheeled out on weekend mornings. And then there's a drawer full of cheap blades nobody touches, because the right tool for half the everyday cuts isn't in the lineup. The 5-inch serrated utility is that missing tool. Sandwich-cutting at lunch — perfect size, perfect edge. Slicing a tomato thin enough to actually layer — clean cuts, no crushing. Sectioning an orange for a kid's snack — sharp teeth bite through the pith without sliding. Halving a ripe pear or peach — soft fruit doesn't get smashed. None of those jobs is what a chef knife is built for, and a bread knife is overkill on small fruit. The 5-inch serrated handles all of them. Forged from high-carbon German steel, hand-sharpened serration, full-tang construction set into a triple-riveted Pakkawood handle. Pairs with an 8″ Chef Knife as the small-cuts complement, or with the 10″ Bread Knife if you also do real bread baking. Lifetime warranty. The kind of knife you keep using until you forget what life was like without it.

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.

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Ultra sharp German steel kitchen knife with lifetime warranty, featured on Forbes, ideal for home cooks and chefs

5" Serrated Utility Knife

$29.99

CA$29.99 ~~CA$49.99~~

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" Serrated Utility Knife

A chef knife is too long for half your cuts. A paring knife is too short. A bread knife is too dedicated. The 5-inch serrated utility sits between all three — small enough for sandwich work, sharp enough for tomato skin, serrated enough that you don't need to think about how dull it is.

Fine-toothed 5-inch edge — clean cuts through soft skin and soft crumb without crushing
Compact size — agile through detail work where a bread knife feels oversized
Full-tang Pakkawood handle — comfortable through long lunch-prep sessions
Lifetime warranty — same Artisan-series backing as the rest of the line

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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from 3235 reviews

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We show them to restauarants Chefs and they want to know where to get them. Done!

Donald J.D.

06/16/2026

5″ Santoku Knife Shinobi Series

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

Paring Knife Set

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

Sean O.

06/08/2026

Cutluxe

Excellent quality knife and quick delivery

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06/07/2026

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Gorgeous set of knives! And very sharp. Great customer service. I buy all my knives from Cutluxe!

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I really like the knife. It’s very sharp and sturdy. It holds an edge very well. I highly recommend cutluxe.

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05/23/2026

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I replaced another German made knife due to loose rivet.
i loved this design. Blade. All the above.
I bought a total of 12 different. About $15-20 ea. how do you beat that.I replaced all my others.

Dave P.

04/26/2026

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Great knife. Exactly what i needed to clean up meat before grilling and smoking.

Scott M.

04/22/2026

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I’ve always liked working with sharp knives and tools, so I carefully searched for the best balance between cost and quality—that’s how I found Cutluxe.
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.

Allen

04/04/2026

Cutluxe

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.

Anonymous

03/06/2026

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I love this knife. Cuts my steak like butter! Worth every dollar.

Joseph P.J.

03/03/2026

8″ Chef & Cleaver Hybrid Knife

Wow just wow. These knives are top shelf. I bought a paring knife last year and loved it then these sets came just in time because my WP knives wouldn’t hold an edge but these bad boys are the best.Razor sharp out of the beautiful box. Well balanced full tang. Slices bread like a razor. Thank you for your beautiful knives.

Anonymous

03/02/2026

10″ Bread Knife

Great knives thank you

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02/27/2026

Ultimate BBQ & Carving Set 5 Piece

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need this if I already have a bread knife?

Different size, different job. A 10″ bread knife is the right tool for slicing a whole loaf — long blade reach, deep teeth for crusty bread. The 5-inch serrated utility is for the smaller serrated work: a sandwich after the loaf is cut, a tomato for that sandwich, an orange for breakfast, a ripe peach for a snack. None of those needs 10 inches of blade. Most kitchens benefit from owning both. The bread knife stays in the block for loaf duty; the serrated utility lives in the drawer for daily small-cut work. If you only bake bread once a month but cut tomatoes daily, the small serrated is the higher-use tool.

What does the serrated edge specifically do better?

Three categories of food, all of which a smooth edge struggles with. First: anything with a skin that resists smooth blades — tomato skin, citrus pith, sausage casing. Teeth bite where a smooth edge slides off. Second: anything with a soft crumb that crushes under continuous pressure — sandwich bread, fresh croissant, ripe pear. Teeth concentrate force at small contact points instead of crushing the structure. Third: soft cheese in a pinch. The trade-off is precision — a serrated edge isn't built for fine prep work like dicing herbs or mincing garlic. For those, a smooth chef knife or paring knife is the right tool. The serrated utility is the soft-skin/soft-crumb specialist.

5″ Serrated Utility vs 5.5″ plain Utility vs 5″ Cheese Knife — which 5-incher?

Three similar-sized knives with three different jobs. The 5″ Serrated Utility is a generalist for soft-skin and soft-crumb food — bread, citrus, tomato, ripe fruit, sandwiches. The 5.5″ plain Utility is the smooth-edge slicer for everything where you want a clean push-cut — clean fruit, herbs, small protein trim, basic dicing. The 5″ Cheese Knife adds two cheese-specific features (hollow cutouts and a pronged tip) to a similar-sized serrated blade. If your priorities are sandwiches and morning fruit: serrated utility. If your priorities are clean cuts on firm food: plain utility. If you build cheese boards regularly: cheese knife. Most kitchens benefit from owning the serrated utility plus the plain utility — they cover different food categories at the same size.

How do I keep it sharp?

The serrated edge holds its sharpness for years without honing — the teeth concentrate cutting force on small contact points that wear slowly. Most home cooks never have to sharpen a serrated knife at all. When it eventually dulls (typically after a decade of daily use), the teeth need a tapered ceramic file applied to each one individually, or a professional sharpening service. Don't try to use a standard sharpening rod on it — the geometries don't match. Day-to-day care is the standard kitchen routine: hand-wash, towel-dry, store on a magnetic strip or in a block. Skip the dishwasher; detergent residue catches on the teeth and the heat shortens the edge life. Avoid glass cutting boards; the teeth chip on hard surfaces.

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

It's one of the most overlooked single-knife gifts in any kitchen lineup — useful, unintimidating, and most recipients don't own one. Pairs naturally with the 3.5″ Paring Knife as a two-piece small-knife set, or with the 10″ Bread Knife if the recipient bakes. Lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects for the original owner. 30-day money-back covers everything else — wrong fit, change of mind, doesn't suit the kitchen. The knife goes back without an argument, no restock fees.