Dexter-Russell Sani-Safe S186PCP Produce Knife 6 in
- 6 inch blade, plain edge, high-carbon steel
- Slip-resistant polypropylene handle with an impervious blade-to-handle seal
- Made in the USA
- Hand wash recommended to preserve sharpness and prevent rust
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A professional-grade produce knife with a sealed, slip-resistant handle for fruit and vegetable prep. Hand washing is recommended, which matters in a busy kitchen.
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ASIN: B0071NW3OUCategory: Kitchen Utility Knives
Overview
Not a chef's knife, this Sani-Safe vegetable and produce knife has a short high-carbon steel blade and a textured polypropylene handle. The handle is sealed to the blade to block bacterial buildup.
The impervious seal and textured grip target sanitary kitchens, and the plain edge is described as easy to sharpen. The limitation is care, since hand washing is advised to avoid rust, and the listing gives no weight, warranty or construction type.
Who it's for
Prep cooks and caterers who handle fruit and vegetables all shift get a handle designed for secure control during extended use. Cooks who want a low-maintenance blade that tolerates machine washing should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Sealed blade-to-handle joint
- Plain edge sharpens easily
- Made in the USA
- Built for temperature extremes
- Hand wash recommended
- Construction type not listed
- No weight or warranty given
Performance notes
A plain edge cuts cleanly through produce and is simple to resharpen, while the high-carbon steel blade needs drying after washing to resist rust. The sealed joint closes the gap where blade meets handle, so residue has no crevice to enter.
Specifications
| Brand | Dexter-Russell |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 6 incheshigher than 63% of 52 kitchen utility knives |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | High-carbon steel |
| Handle Material | Textured polypropylene, sealed to blade |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Item Type Name | Vegetable/produce knife |
| Care | Hand wash recommended |
| Country of origin | USA |
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Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Dexter-Russell Sani-Safe vegetable knife?
One knife. The listing does not mention a sheath or any extras.
Can the Sani-Safe produce knife go in the dishwasher?
Hand washing is recommended to preserve sharpness and prevent rust.
Is this a chef's knife?
No. It is listed as a vegetable and produce knife with a short plain-edge blade.
How is the handle sealed?
The listing describes an impervious blade-to-handle seal that prevents bacterial buildup.