Henckels Classic Serrated Utility Knife 5 in
- 5 inch serrated blade Forged high carbon stainless steel
- Stainless steel handle Triple-rivet style, black and steel finish
- 2.4 ounces 11 inches overall length
- Lifetime warranty Against manufacturer defects
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A small serrated knife for tomatoes, bread rolls and sausage that a chef knife tends to squash. Top rack washing is the safer choice for the sharp serrations.
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ASIN: B00004RFMWCategory: Kitchen Utility Knives
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Overview
A serrated edge does the work on this Henckels utility knife, gripping tough skins and sawing through soft interiors without pressing down. The blade and handle are forged together, which gives a firm, balanced feel for small cutting jobs.
The slim blade handles tomatoes, peaches, biscuits and cheese cleanly, and it is small enough to pack for a picnic. The serrated edge is not the tool for peeling or fine trimming, so it works beside a larger blade.
Who it's for
Home cooks in summer produce season will reach for it most, along with anyone packing a lunch or picnic. A cook who wants one knife to do everything should start with a chef knife instead.
Pros and cons
- Serrations grip slick tomato skin
- Forged one-piece construction
- Slim blade slices without crushing
- Lifetime warranty against defects
- Not a peeling knife
- Short blade for large loaves
- Top rack washing advised
Performance notes
Serrations bite into the skin of a tomato or the crust of a roll, then the blade slices with a light sawing motion so the soft inside is not pressed flat. Minimal blade flex and the forged balance keep the cut straight on thin slices.
Specifications
| Brand | Henckels |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 5 incheslower than 51% of 52 kitchen utility knives |
| Item Length | 11 incheshigher than 52% of 32 kitchen utility knives |
| Item weight | 2.4 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | Stainless steel |
| Material Type | High carbon stainless steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | Stainless steel |
| Color | Black/Stainless Steel |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer warranty description | Lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Serrated |
| Set name | Single Knife |
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Frequently asked questions
What size is the Henckels Classic serrated utility knife?
The blade is 5 inches long and the knife is 11 inches overall.
Is this a steak knife or a bread knife?
Neither. It is a small utility knife with a serrated edge, sold singly, suited to tomatoes, sausage, cheese and soft bread.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
The listing text allows it but suggests the top rack, since the blade is sharp.
What does the warranty cover?
The listing states a lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects.