Signature XL Boning & Trimming Knife

The Signature XL Boning & Trimming Knife is a long, light and maneuverable knife designed for trimming, boning and slicing meat. Its 8¼-inch blade provides useful reach while the 168-gram weight and balanced construction allow accurate, controlled cuts around meat, fat and connective tissue.

The blade uses a Japanese VG-10 cutting core hardened to 60 HRC ±1, clad in 67 layers of stainless Damascus steel. VG-10 was selected for its combination of edge retention, corrosion resistance and durability, providing a fine cutting edge while remaining practical for regular use.

Each handle is made from solid natural hardwood or antler and individually shaped and finished by hand. The multi-dimensional handle shape provides a natural grip between the first and second fingers, helping with control and allowing the knife to sit securely in the hand without unnecessary grip pressure.

Stainless-steel handle caps provide strength and act as a counterweight, helping balance the knife from blade to handle.

Each knife is supplied in a storage box.

SPECIFICATIONS

Steel: Japanese VG-10 cutting core with 67-layer stainless Damascus construction
Hardness: 60 HRC ±1
Blade length: 8¼ in / 20.5 cm
Overall length: 14 in / 35 cm
Weight: 6 oz / 168 g
Handle: solid natural hardwood or antler, individually shaped and finished by hand

CARE

Route 83 stainless-steel knives require straightforward care. Wash by hand with warm water and mild detergent and dry after use. The blade does not require oiling and is suitable for normal food preparation, including acidic ingredients.

Natural hardwood and antler handles require no routine oiling. If desired, an occasional application of food-safe oil can be used on hardwood to enhance the natural grain and appearance of the timber.

NATURAL MATERIALS

Natural hardwood and antler varies in grain, color and character. This natural variation is limited to the appearance of the handle and does not affect the knife’s dimensions, construction, balance or performance.

Blade finish: Unplated Damascus. No titanium plating.