Celebrate National Knife Month With Cutco
In August, we honour the everyday tool that makes a difference.
What Is National Knife Month?
Where would we be without the knife? For all it has provided us, it deserves a celebration! Every August, National Knife Month shines a light on the skilled professionals who make knives, the history of knives and how much this simple and useful tool has changed our lives. It also honours brands, like Cutco® and its sister company KA-BAR® that carry on the tradition of quality knife-making.
Save the Date – National Knife Day Aug. 24 is National Knife Day. It’s a day to celebrate the legacy, innovation and everyday importance of one of our most trusted tools.
A Brief History of the Knife
Knives are one of the oldest and most important tools known to humanity. Their history dates back to primitive times and while they have evolved over time, their usefulness hasn’t changed.
For more than 75 years, Cutco has stood as a symbol of quality in the kitchen. They are American made, crafted by skilled professionals and made to the highest standards of excellence. Our attention to detail and commitment to exceptional service has put Cutco at the center of many family meals, making it the cutlery that home cooks have relied on for decades.
When was the first Cutco Knife crafted? Answer 1949 Cutco has been crafting American-made knives for more than 75 years.
- 1800s
- The U.S. cutlery industry begins in New England when cutlers from England’s Sheffield cutlery industry begin to settle along the East coast.
- 1912
- It was discovered that adding chromium to carbon steel resisted rusting. The new metal was called stainless steel. While rust resistant, the blades were softer than high-carbon blades and hard to maintain.
- 1920
- High-carbon, stainless steel, which blends a specific ratio of iron, carbon, chromium and other metals, improves upon the metallurgy of a knife blade allowing it to resist rust and still hold a sharp edge.
- 1949
- Cutco Cutlery begins manufacturing knives in Olean, New York.
- 1952
- Renowned industrial designer Thomas Lamb invents the “hand perfect” handle, which is added to Cutco Knives.
- 1960
- The Double-D® (double durable) grind was added to certain Cutco Knives. It creates a series of strategically angled razor-sharp cutting edges along the blade for improved cutting efficiency.
- Today
- Knives remain one of the most used tools in kitchens and outdoor life, evolving alongside how we live and cook.
- About Cutco
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Types of Kitchen Knives
Designed for home cooks, Cutco offers a complete line of kitchen knives for all of your cooking needs.
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Types of Outdoor Knives
For the avid outdoorsman, American-made sporting knives you can depend on, including ultra-sharp hunting and fishing knives.
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Anatomy of a Knife
Learn the parts of a knife that make it one of the most used tools known to mankind. There’s more to it than you think!
How many steps are involved in making a Cutco Knife? Answer Approximately 25!
Forever Tools for Everyday Cooking
Cutco is the knife of home cooks. Our premium knives are designed to elevate your cooking experience.
- Super-sharp blades made from high-carbon, stainless steel.
- Ergonomic handles shaped for comfort and a secure grip.
- American-made quality since 1949.
- The Forever Guarantee for a lifetime (and beyond) of easy food prep.
Knives for the Field, Trail & Every Day
When hunting, fishing or setting up camp, the knives you carry with you matter. Cutco’s Outdoor Knives are built for performance. Rugged, reliable and essential.
- All Cutco Knives are American made and backed by The Forever Guarantee.
- American made for long-lasting durability.
- Straight- or Double-D®-edge options, for superior cutting power in rugged conditions.
- Ergonomic handle for a secure grip, even in the toughest conditions.
