Kitchen Utility Knife — 4.5” Nitro-V

A compact, do-everything kitchen blade that punches far above its size.

Now in its third evolution, the Avery Knifeworks Kitchen Utility Knife has become a long-standing fan favorite — a mini chef’s knife that consistently fills niche roles cooks didn’t even realize were missing. Sitting perfectly between a paring knife and a full chef’s knife, this compact “petty-style” blade handles fast food prep, detail work, slicing, trimming, and even doubles as an exceptional steak knife at the table.

Versatile, intuitive, and deceptively capable, it’s the knife people reach for more than they ever expect.

Key Features

• 4.5” Nitro-V Stainless Blade — Fine-grain sharpness, excellent toughness, and reliable everyday performance.
• Optimized Hardness (60–62 HRC) — Crisp, durable edge retention with easy maintenance.
• Hybrid Design — Functions like a mini chef’s knife / Japanese petty; ideal for all-purpose kitchen prep.
• Hand-Sculpted Rounded Handle — Slightly fatter profile for extra torque, comfort, and blade control.
• Surprisingly Versatile — Great for slicing proteins, trimming vegetables, mincing herbs, and even as a premium steak knife.
• User-Inspired Third Generation — Refined over years of feedback and performance in real kitchens.

Craftsmanship

The Kitchen Utility Knife is hand-ground and hand-finished to deliver a nimble feel with impressive cutting power for its size. The blade’s profile offers enough height for board contact while remaining slim and maneuverable — allowing you to transition effortlessly between precision tasks and more demanding prep.

Nitro-V hardened to 60–62 HRC provides a fine edge that stays sharp through heavy use yet is easy to touch up. The uniquely rounded, fuller handle sets this model apart, offering outstanding grip stability, comfort, and torque when working through tougher ingredients or making quick, repetitive cuts.

Its balance, hand-feel, and versatility are exactly why so many customers consider this their most-used knife in the kitchen.

Specifications

Sheath Included
Each knife includes a molded Kydex sheath and is fully covered under our Lifetime Warranty.

Lifetime Guarantee

Every Avery Knifeworks blade is backed by a Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials or craftsmanship.
Every purchase also includes free sharpening for life, ensuring your knife performs like new for as long as you own it.