Spyderco Lightweight Kitchen Utility Knife with MBS-26 Stainless Steel Blade and Polypropylene Plastic Handle review and price compare 2025- fishinghub

Blade Material	Stainless Steel
Brand	Spyderco
Color	Black
Handle Material	Polypropylene
Blade Edge	Plain

AN IMPROVED CLASSIC - Spyderco's involvement in kitchen knives dates back to the early 1980's. After being discontinued a number of years ago, they are now back by popular demand and better than ever.
SUPERIOR QUALITY - It features a premium MBS-26 stainless steel blade, ground exceptionally thin and meticulously heat treated for optimal cutting performance.
MULTIPURPOSE - The K05 Utility Knife has a 4.48-inch drop-point blade that offers an excellent balance of control and cutting performance. This makes it incredibly versatile and adaptable to many kitchen cutting chores and utility applications.
ERGONOMIC - Its durable polypropylene plastic handle is injection molded directly onto the tang of the blade and features a distinctive "stepped" texture pattern that provides exceptional comfort and control during use.
MADE FOR THE KITCHEN - The K05 is available with a black handle and your choice of a PlainEdge or a SpyderEdge blade with a unique two-step serration pattern that protects the edge from dulling on cutting boards.

From the brand

"First we made things sharp, then we made sharp things."

Our story

How we got our start?

Spyderco was founded in 1976 by Sal and Gail Glesser. Spyderco’s first knife-related product was the Tri-Angle Sharpmaker. Originally sold out of a converted bread truck, it remains one of our best-selling products over 40 years later.

What makes our product unique?

Spyderco pioneered the modern folding knife, introducing now-common features like the pocket clip, serrated edge and one-handed opening capability. Those innovations revolutionized the pocketknife and changed the knife industry forever. Those who know carry Spyderco.

Why we love what we do?

Today, that creative spirit and an uncompromising commitment to quality are still the heart of Spyderco's distinctive product line, which includes a full range of folding knives, fixed-blades, sharpeners & other accessories produced in 5 different countries, including our facility in Golden, CO USA.

Product Description

The Spyderco Kitchen Utility Knife

The "Go-To" Knife

Spyderco's involvement in kitchen knives dates back to the early 1980's and the beginnings of the company's knife production. After being discontinued a number of years ago, they are now back by popular demand and better than ever. Our current kitchen knives combine all the distinctive features of the originals with an improved handle material that offers increased durability. The K04 and K05 Utility Knives have a drop-point blade that is ideal for a broad range of kitchen cutting chores, making them the most popular "go-to" knife in many home and commercial kitchens. Like the original version, they feature a premium MBS-26 stainless steel blade, ground exceptionally thin and meticulously heat treated for optimal cutting performance. Their durable polypropylene plastic handle is injection molded directly onto the tang of the blade and features a distinctive "stepped" texture pattern that provides exceptional comfort and control during use.

SPECS

Handle: Polypropylene
Grind: Full-Flat
Steel: MBS-26
Blade Thickness: 0.05"
Origin: Japan
Multiple Versions Available



Model #	K04 and K05	K09	K08	K01	K13	K20
Series	Culinary	Culinary	Culinary	Culinary	Culinary	Culinary
Origin	Japan	Japan	Japan	Japan	U.S.A	China
Steel	MBS-26	MBS-26	MBS-26	MBS-26	CTS BD1N	7Cr17
Handle Material	Polypropylene	Polypropylene	Polypropylene	Polypropylene	Polypropylene	Plastic
Overall Length	8.8" to 10.81"	6.08"	12.06"	15.41"	8.62" to 8.75"	6.97"
Blade Length	4.48" to 6.50"	2.25"	6.81"	10.24"	4.30" to 4.40"	3.48"
Edge Length	4.10" to 6.00"	2.25"	6.38"	9.92"	4.20" to 4.29"	3.29"
Grind	Full-Flat	Full-Flat	Full-Flat	Full-Flat	Full-Flat	Full-Flat

THE SPYDERCO WAY

Spyderco is a business that provides state-of-the-art innovation and product quality while maintaining traditional values and service.

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.5 x 1 x 0.1 inches; 3.68 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 4009972
Department ‏ : ‎ Unisex-adult
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ December 11, 2014
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Spyderco
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00QYT3ANK

Q:

What is the steel in this knife?

Answer: Premium MBS-26 Stainless steel,

Q:

what is length of blade?

Answer: 4.75 inches Blade length

Q:

What length is the blade

Answer: It has a six inch blade.

Answer: 6 1/2 inches

Q:

Is this knife full tang?

Answer: Are you planning to baton or break windows with it? Many kitchen knives are not and don't need to be.

Answer: No

Answer: Check with mfg. for sure, but I think not

Kindle Customer : Buy This: Quit Thinking About It

Sharp as F...; just like their pocket knives. Great as a bread knife or to slice tomatoes. But it is also fine for chopping vegetables, carving or anything that a smaller chef's knife can do. The ONLY gripe I could possibly come up with is that it tends to cut into my cutting boards. You could cut a tree down with this thing. If I could only have one knife, this would beat out my Wusthof or Global. I think it is a given that it is better than a Henckles knife. I just do not think Henckles are as good as any of the afore mentioned brands (or Victorinox/Forschner, Sanelli, etc. for that matter).
I love it and might get another. Really good value. No one does a serrated edge like Spyderco. That is just a fact.

Southplank : Good Knife

This is a decent knife. It feels good in the hand and cuts well. I can't speak for longevity of the edge because I touch up my knives regularly to keep them razor sharp. On occasion, I do get a tiny amount of rust where the blade enters the handle. I hand wash the knife and leave it in the drain rack, point up. I'm sure this contributes to the problems. Its not a big deal. I use the knife everyday and probably once a month I'll notice a little surface rust at the handle joint that wipes off. I think this depends on humidly and how long the knife stays wet on any particular day.
I think this knife compares in quality to the similar styled Victorinox kitchen knives.

Allan : Very sharp!!

This baby is sharp, so be careful. I cut myself within 2 minutes and again the next time I used it. My old knife was so crappy I had gotten careless.

Susan C. : AT LAST!! Best Knife in the World Available Again!!

A few decades ago, my husband and I bought two of these knives. They quickly became our kitchen essentials--and one still is (the other one was accidentally degraded in a dishwasher and the handle eventually fell apart). We gave them as gifts, but then the company quit making them, to our great disappointment. We are delighted that they have been brought back! Although I'd prefer a black handle (just a style thing), the knife itself is just as good as it's older cousin. Razor sharp, cuts meat or veggies like butter.

Amazon Customer : Great value!

Great value at the price asked. So fearful blade geometry. The handle is better for smaller hands.

sweetrick : Reccomend for cutting tomatoes

I highly recommend this knife for tomatoes. Very sharp and can cut through tough tomato skin with ease.

Marla Belostock : and loved it, so I ordered a new one

We had one before, and loved it, so I ordered a new one, but mistakenly ordered a plane edge( not nearly as good),so I ordered another with a serrated blade, this is a amazing kitchen knife, and my wife is very happy, and I'm back in the kings chair...

valley9 : I love Spyderco knives and this is my first kitchen model

I love Spyderco knives and this is my first kitchen model. Great Spyderco steel with a sharp serrated edge and a non-slip handle. I'm sure it will come in handy this thanksgiving when I use it to clean the meat off the turkey, that is always a slippery proposition. I got the blue handle so that the color sticks out when I have it in the knife block on the counter,

Cippy : It's over 30 years old and still cuts like a dream

This is my second one. Still have the 1st. Handle went soft on 1st. It's over 30 years old and still cuts like a dream. Purchased 2nd. one for the up graded harder handle material and deeper serration one blade. Both are my go to knives for cutting veggies and related items. The new one cuts like greased lighting. Great for onions and tomato's and also hard crusted Italian bread. The old one has been used every day since new. I plan on putting a new handle on it and deeper cuts in the serrations to match the new one. You can't go wrong with this knife. It is stainless, but like any prized piece, knife; wash it and DRY it. A little oil wouldn't hurt either.

endsng : Strong steel, great cutting edge, but must be cleaned.

These cut great, like all Spyderco knives, but the steel isn't very stainless, you need to keep these clean.

Charlie L. : Great light sharp knife

Great

Jonathan : Rusts easier than hoped

I love Spyderco and really like the way this knife handles - but I've noticed it tends to rust too easily (I wash and dry by hand, yet still develop rust spots!) Not had an issue on any Spyderco folders with vg10/cpm s30/90v etc. Really good value otherwise.

cheap junk : the best knives you can purchase for the price

These knives are simply put, the best knives you can purchase for the price. I myself am a rock climbing guide and carry a syderco for rescue purchases (different model of course), I also carry one for self defense. They are the best.

Anthony K. : Great utility knife for the kitchen.

Great GP kitchen knife......red Handel gives it a quick identifier when in the knife block. Needs to be stored in a knife block.....not in a drawer.

Aoguma : SpyderEdge

An excellent knife for the money. Edge retention is superior. The serrations are Spyderco proprietary and very efficient. The knife is flexible and lightweight. The handle is comfortable. The system is dishwasher safe. You can spend more get less knife.

wsnarb : GREAT KNIFE

ALL GOOD. I LOVE SPYDERCO KNIVES. I OWN 10.

Mike : If you want a general kitchen utility knife, this is the one to get

Probably the sharpest knife I own. You have to be careful using this knife. I have no doubt that you could cut a finger off if used improperly. It's that sharp. Extremely well made and for the price, I don't think you can find better. I own two different sets of Heinkel's, pro chef and the 3 bolt sets, and they don't even compare in sharpness to this knife.The only con I can think of is the handle is on the smallish side. I was kind of surprised as it looks bigger in the picture. However, it's very comfortable and I'm sure I'll get used to it. If you want a general kitchen utility knife, this is the one to get.

Rebn : Great knives

This is replacing a kitchen knife that lasted for twenty years. Can do better than that with a serrated knife.

Chautauqua : Sharpest knife in the kitchen ... 4 a while

My new kitchen knife, I love it, not much more to say.
Spyderco quality all the way.

fair and balanced : All good

Good product - good seller!

Patrick B : Enduring Quality and Sharpness

I’ve owned this knife for 11 months now, and I adore it just as much as I did when I first got it. It’s serrations dice through anything I throw at it without any resistance whatsoever, even after a year of heavy use.

Get one of these: you won’t regret it.

endsng : Strong steel, great cutting edge, but must be cleaned.

These cut great, like all Spyderco knives, but the steel isn't very stainless, you need to keep these clean.

Rex : Some of the best knives I've ever used! You won't be disappointed!

This knife is so sharp, so well made, it's exactly what I expected from SPYDERCO! I knew at the price point it was not going to be the ultimate in cooking knives, but the main thing a knife is supposed to do is cut, right? This one cuts like nobody's business!!! My wife was using it to cut an overly ripe tomato, which is notorious for being difficult to cut, this knife blazed a trail through it like it was cutting warm butter! If your on the edge about this knife, hope its NOT the Spyderedge! Get off the edge and get some of these knives, I'm slowly building up a set of these knives for my wife, at the price these are it shouldn't take too long, I do believe I'm up to 3 so far! I'll be buying more!

taylor inkster : Awesome slicer

Great knife! Sliced through frozen chicken so problem. Comfy and perfectly weighted.

Rex : Some of the best knives I've ever used! You won't be disappointed!

This knife is so sharp, so well made, it's exactly what I expected from SPYDERCO! I knew at the price point it was not going to be the ultimate in cooking knives, but the main thing a knife is supposed to do is cut, right? This one cuts like nobody's business!!! My wife was using it to cut an overly ripe tomato, which is notorious for being difficult to cut, this knife blazed a trail through it like it was cutting warm butter! If your on the edge about this knife, hope its NOT the Spyderedge! Get off the edge and get some of these knives, I'm slowly building up a set of these knives for my wife, at the price these are it shouldn't take too long, I do believe I'm up to 3 so far! I'll be buying more!

Lori J Hulen : Best Knife I have ever owned!

I have used Spyderco knives for years. I purchased my first one at the Del Mar Fair over 2 decades ago.
This knife fits my hand perfectly. The serrated blade cuts through tomatoes like a dream.

Ted Torrez : Best knife ever! Love it.

I love this knife. It is expensive but worth the money.

CLARENCE ROBINSON : Sharp enough for good kitchen and eating needs.

Sharp enough for good kitchen and eating needs.

Cameraman5052 : Handy, practical, razor sharp and not expensive - great deal

For a paring knife this is perfect. It is reasonably priced, it is wicked sharp and a great vaule

Southplank : Good Knife

This is a decent knife. It feels good in the hand and cuts well. I can't speak for longevity of the edge because I touch up my knives regularly to keep them razor sharp. On occasion, I do get a tiny amount of rust where the blade enters the handle. I hand wash the knife and leave it in the drain rack, point up. I'm sure this contributes to the problems. Its not a big deal. I use the knife everyday and probably once a month I'll notice a little surface rust at the handle joint that wipes off. I think this depends on humidly and how long the knife stays wet on any particular day.
I think this knife compares in quality to the similar styled Victorinox kitchen knives.

Jonathan : Rusts easier than hoped

I love Spyderco and really like the way this knife handles - but I've noticed it tends to rust too easily (I wash and dry by hand, yet still develop rust spots!) Not had an issue on any Spyderco folders with vg10/cpm s30/90v etc. Really good value otherwise.

taylor inkster : Awesome slicer

Great knife! Sliced through frozen chicken so problem. Comfy and perfectly weighted.

Patrick B : Enduring Quality and Sharpness

I’ve owned this knife for 11 months now, and I adore it just as much as I did when I first got it. It’s serrations dice through anything I throw at it without any resistance whatsoever, even after a year of heavy use.

Get one of these: you won’t regret it.

MG : The perfect size

Love the size of this knife. I had one previously and somehow it was lost. I was very happy to find another one online.

taylor inkster : Awesome slicer

Great knife! Sliced through frozen chicken so problem. Comfy and perfectly weighted.

cheap junk : the best knives you can purchase for the price

These knives are simply put, the best knives you can purchase for the price. I myself am a rock climbing guide and carry a syderco for rescue purchases (different model of course), I also carry one for self defense. They are the best.

Amazon Customer : THEY RUST

The handles are tiny and uncomfortable and they rust either in the dishwasher or just in washing them by hand. Junk.

Ted Torrez : Best knife ever! Love it.

I love this knife. It is expensive but worth the money.

Charlie L. : Great light sharp knife

Great

Nichole : Five Stars

Best kitchen knife ever! Very sharp, lightweight and easy to clean!

Southplank : Good Knife

This is a decent knife. It feels good in the hand and cuts well. I can't speak for longevity of the edge because I touch up my knives regularly to keep them razor sharp. On occasion, I do get a tiny amount of rust where the blade enters the handle. I hand wash the knife and leave it in the drain rack, point up. I'm sure this contributes to the problems. Its not a big deal. I use the knife everyday and probably once a month I'll notice a little surface rust at the handle joint that wipes off. I think this depends on humidly and how long the knife stays wet on any particular day.
I think this knife compares in quality to the similar styled Victorinox kitchen knives.

jeanette m : Looks just like the picture

Looks exactly like the picture night is extremely sharp handle is plastic overall very happy with the product would definitely purchase again from the company

Nichole : Five Stars

Best kitchen knife ever! Very sharp, lightweight and easy to clean!

Bryan : if you like a knife that will take and keep a super sharp edge

Besides getting tired of using my Spyderco Sage to cut potatoes, onions, garlic and celery. I got tired of using the Sage in the kitchen for other stuff too. I tried ordering some other high end Japanese knock off for $10 less. I felt like an idiot for doing it and sent it back. I'm probably going to buy the Spyderco Kitchen Santoku eventually as well. Bottom line is if you like a knife that will take and keep a super sharp edge, then this it. My understanding is that the MBS-26 steel is comparable to VG-10. [...]26-Steel if you want to know more.

Name : Don't do it

I'm a huge Spyderco fan. It's my go to brand when it comes to knives. But this specific knife is complete garbage it takes way too much effort to cut through any meat and especially any fish. Also the handle feels like cheap plastic because it is. Shame on Spyderco for releasing this garbage

valley9 : I love Spyderco knives and this is my first kitchen model

I love Spyderco knives and this is my first kitchen model. Great Spyderco steel with a sharp serrated edge and a non-slip handle. I'm sure it will come in handy this thanksgiving when I use it to clean the meat off the turkey, that is always a slippery proposition. I got the blue handle so that the color sticks out when I have it in the knife block on the counter,

Stumpy : A sharp product of the highest qyality.

Spyderco is the best and this replaces another knife that has lasted for 11 years of daily use. My wife appreciates a sharp knife.

R. D. : Fantastic product

This is a fantastic product for the money . Super sharp edge that last for years . I would recommend this product to anyone. I would tell people for first time users be careful it easy to cut yourself until you be come familiar with how sharp it is , A great buy for the money and hold a edge for years .
Update 1 - 2020 I notice Amazon is no longer selling the Spyderco kitchen knife, I believe it to be a grave mistake to discontinue a great quality kitchen knife. To my surprise when I return to purchase as a gift they only offered private seller at a hiked price of more then $ 20.00 . I would ask Amazon to please if possible to offer these knives again . Thnaks

fmp7 : Amazing knife, cheap-o handle.

Definitely the sharpest knife in my kitchen and thus most used. Just wish they didn't cheap out so much on the handle! Light-weight plastic handle makes you think its a cheap-o knife.

RebelBiker : Super knives

Awesome knives. Very sharp and easy for my husband to sharpen. My old DULL knives have all been replaced with Spyderco. Husband figured these would be good since his hunting knives are all top of the line. He was right.

Spyderco Lightweight Kitchen Utility Knife with MBS-26 Stainless Steel Blade and Polypropylene Plastic Handle review and price compare 2025

Product overview

product features

From the brand

Our story

How we got our start?

What makes our product unique?

Why we love what we do?

Product Description

The Spyderco Kitchen Utility Knife

The "Go-To" Knife

SPECS

THE SPYDERCO WAY

product description

product details

important information

Questions about Spyderco Lightweight Kitchen Utility Knife with MBS-26 Stainless Steel Blade and Polypropylene Plastic Handle

What is the steel in this knife?

what is length of blade?

What length is the blade

Is this knife full tang?

Product reviews of Spyderco Lightweight Kitchen Utility Knife with MBS-26 Stainless Steel Blade and Polypropylene Plastic Handle