Art Gladius Utility Knife | Olive Wood Handle | 5.3-Inch 440 Steel Blade | Lightweight | Made in Spain

Art Gladius Utility Knife | Olive Wood Handle | 5.3-Inch 440 Steel Blade | Lightweight | Made in Spain

Appearance and Construction

This knife immediately catches the eye with its elegant olive wood handle. Each piece is unique due to the distinctive and often highly figured grain of the wood, in light to honey tones. The handle is smoothly rounded for a comfortable grip, features no visible rivets, and is elegantly finished with a metal bolster and end cap. The drop-point blade has an ideal universal length of approx. 135 mm (around 5.3 inches) and is crafted from 440 stainless steel with a mirror-polished finish and the "GLADIUS" logo. The entire knife is very lightweight (weighing only approx. 77 g) and has a thin blade (thickness approx. 1.4 mm), making it an exceptionally agile tool. The total length is approximately 240 mm.

The Razor-Sharp 440 Steel Blade

Even a lightweight knife needs quality steel. The blade, made from proven 440 stainless steel hardened to 58−60 HRC, offers:

• Incredible Sharpness: The knife arrives perfectly sharpened, razor-sharp for maximum precision.
• Excellent Cutting Ability: The thin blade (1.4 mm) offers minimal resistance and glides easily through food.
• Good Edge Retention: The steel's hardness ensures the edge stays sharper for longer.
• Easy Sharpening: The edge is easy to restore and maintain.
• Corrosion Resistance: 440 steel is stainless and durable.

The Olive Wood Handle – A Natural Original

Olive wood is prized for its exceptional properties:

• Beautiful Grain: Every handle has a unique, often highly decorative pattern.
• Hardness and Durability: Olive wood is dense, hard, and resistant to wear.
• Natural Protection: Contains natural oils that give it some resistance to moisture.
• Pleasant Feel: The wood feels warm and pleasant to the touch, fitting perfectly in the hand.
• Mediterranean Charm: Lends the knife a unique, warm, and natural appearance.

What is This Knife For?

Thanks to its universal size, low weight, and thin blade, it's excellent for:

• Slicing and chopping small to medium-sized vegetables and fruits.
• Mincing herbs.
• Preparing sandwiches, slicing cheese.
• Any common kitchen tasks where you value precision, lightness, and agility.

Caring for Your Knife – Attention for Olive Wood

To ensure your knife with an olive wood handle serves you well for a long time and retains its beauty:

• Hand Washing is Essential: Never, ever put this knife in the dishwasher! It would destroy not only the blade but especially the beautiful olive wood. Wash by hand with warm water and mild washing-up liquid, then dry thoroughly immediately.
• Regular Oiling of the Handle: Olive wood needs care. From time to time (depending on frequency of use and washing), lightly rub the handle with a high-quality, food-safe mineral oil or a special wood care oil. This keeps the wood hydrated, enhances the grain, and prolongs its life.
• Safe Storage: Protect the knife in a block or on a magnetic rack. Do not store it loose in a drawer.
• Edge Maintenance: Use a honing steel regularly. You can sharpen on a stone (be careful with the thin blade) or use a professional service. Sharpening angle approx. 15−20 degrees.

Safety First

Work safely, even with a light and elegant knife:

• Use a stable cutting board.
• Cut away from yourself, keeping fingers at a safe distance.
• Stay focused.
• Don't try to catch a falling knife.
• Store the knife in a safe place.

The Art Gladius utility knife with an olive wood handle is not just a practical helper but also a beautiful addition to your kitchen. Its lightness, sharpness, and unique appearance make it a tool that's a joy to work with. Quality and elegance from Spain.