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Butcher / Breaking
Primarily used for processing large cuts of meat, butcher and breaking knives are essential tools for professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts alike. With blades typically ranging from 8 to 12 inches in length butcher and breaking knives are often thought of interchangeably however there are definite distinctions in form that enable each to excel at different tasks. Butcher knives have long, stiff blades that come to a clubbed end which is ideal for holding a straight line while portioning steaks and trimming fats from primal cuts. Breaking knives are thinner and more flexible than butcher knives with tips that curve upwards towards the spine of the blade. Breaking knives are designed for use on primal cuts out of a hanging side of beef and are also extremely functional when breaking down whole fish. Scimitars (sometimes spelled Cimiters) are commonly categorized along with breaking and butcher knives as well. Similar to butcher knives in thickness, scimitars are wide and stiff with an upward curvature. This curved shape is beneficial in that it creates a longer slicing area which allows for a greater range per single slicing motion.
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Victorinox Fibrox Pro 6 in. Skinning Knife
Fibrox handle provides a firm grip, and wide upswept tip easily loosens hides on sheep, goats, deer and elk. Learn More$48.00 -
Victorinox Fibrox Pro 5 in. Beef Skinning Knife
The Victorinox Fibrox Pro 5 in. Beef Skinner is built for precision, control, and efficiency when processing large game. Designed with a curved, razor-sharp blade, it glides cleanly between hide and muscle, making it ideal for beef, elk, and other big-game animals. The high-carbon stainless steel edge holds its sharpness exceptionally well, while the ergonomic Fibrox Pro handle ensures a secure, slip-resistant grip—even in wet conditions. Durable, reliable, and trusted by butchers and hunters alike, this skinner is a must-have tool for clean, confident field or shop work. Learn More$44.00 -
Victorinox Fibrox Pro 10 in. HE Break Knife
Victorinox (250mm) 10 in. Breaking knife, this butchery tool is commonly used to cut thin long cuts of beef. The unique Granton or Hollow Edge makes for cleaner cuts as the meat will have a harder time clinging to the blade. This tool will help butchers and cooks to preform cutting tasks quicker with better results. This knife uses Victorinox's proprietary steel blend known around the world for its ability to hold and take an edge. This knife is very easy to sharpen and hone, Knife Merchant recommends a fine cut honing rod to be used with this knife. Please wash by hand. Made in Switzerland. Learn More$74.00 -
Victorinox Fibrox Pro 8 in. HE Break Knife
Victorinox (200mm) 8 in. Breaking knife, this butchery tool is commonly used to cut thin long cuts of beef. The unique Granton or Hollow Edge makes for cleaner cuts as the meat will have a harder time clinging to the blade. This tool will help butchers and cooks to preform cutting tasks quicker with better results. This knife uses Victorinox's proprietary steel blend known around the world for its ability to hold and take an edge. This knife is very easy to sharpen and hone, Knife Merchant recommends a fine cut honing rod to be used with this knife. Please wash by hand. Made in Switzerland. Learn More$68.00 -
Victorinox Fibrox Pro 7 in. Flank Knife
Engineered for the Breaking Table: The USDA Inspector's Precision Tool When handling primal slabs in a high-volume processing environment, the feedback of the blade determines the accuracy of every cut. The Victorinox Fibrox Pro 7 in. Flank Knife is not a standard carver; it is a specialized utility tool built for lateral stability. Originally popularized by USDA inspectors for making deep, clean incisions to evaluate meat quality between primal cuts, this knife offers a rigidity that standard carving knives lack. The blade geometry features an upswept tip, allowing the user to navigate the contours of muscle groups without snagging on connective tissue. In the hand, the patented Fibrox handle provides a distinct, micro-textured grip that remains secure even when coated in animal fats or moisture—a critical safety factor in cold-room environments. The balance point sits just forward of the bolster, encouraging a pinch grip that provides maximum leverage for slicing through dense fibers like flank steak, brisket, or poultry breast. The 56 HRC martensitic stainless steel is tempered to strike a specific balance: hard enough to hold a 50/50 bevel edge through an eight-hour shift, yet ductile enough to be realigned quickly with a ceramic honing rod. Whether you are portioning fish fillets or shearing through thick beef primals, the added spine thickness ensures the blade does not wander, providing the predictable tracking required for professional-grade culinary work. Learn More$46.00 -
Victorinox Fibrox Pro 6 in. Western Beef Skinner
The Victorinox Fibrox Pro 6 in. Western Beef Skinner is built for precision, control, and efficiency when processing large game. Designed with a curved, razor-sharp blade, it glides cleanly between hide and muscle, making it ideal for beef, elk, and other big-game animals. The high-carbon stainless steel edge holds its sharpness exceptionally well, while the ergonomic Fibrox Pro handle ensures a secure, slip-resistant grip—even in wet conditions. Durable, reliable, and trusted by butchers and hunters alike, this skinner is a must-have tool for clean, confident field or shop work. Learn More$48.00 -
Dexter Russell 5.25" Sheep Skinning Knife
The Original Edge: The Dexter-Russell 5.25" Carbon Steel Sheep Skinner This isn't a modern replica; it's the real thing. The Dexter-Russell 5.25" Sheep Skinner is the legendary blade that has been the benchmark in fields and on harvest floors for generations. For the purist who demands the sharpest possible edge and values tradition, this knife is an icon. Proudly forged in the USA from high-carbon steel, it’s a tool built for one purpose: uncompromising performance. The heart of this knife is its classic high-carbon steel blade. Revered by professionals, carbon steel is capable of taking a far keener, more wickedly sharp edge than any stainless steel. The blade’s iconic upswept geometry allows it to glide with precision and control, separating hide from flesh cleanly and efficiently. As you use it, the steel will tell its own story, developing a deep, protective patina—a rich gray coating that is the mark of a well-used and cherished tool. This is the knife your grandfather trusted, and it's built with the same integrity to serve you for a lifetime. Learn More$20.25 -
Dexter Sani-Safe 6 in. Skinning Knife
The Field-Proven Standard: The Dexter Sani-Safe 6-inch Skinning Knife
When the hunt is over, the real work begins. The Dexter Sani-Safe 6” Skinning Knife is the definitive tool engineered for efficiency, precision, and safety. Proudly made in the USA, it combines a perfectly shaped blade with the industry's most trusted hygienic handle to create a knife that performs flawlessly from the field to the processing table. The heart of this skinner is its 6-inch blade, featuring a wide, sweeping curve that is the gold standard for skinning knives. This geometry allows you to make long, clean, and controlled strokes, effortlessly separating the hide without puncturing or wasting meat. Forged from proprietary DEXSTEEL™, Dexter's high-carbon, high-alloy stainless steel, the blade takes a razor-sharp edge and holds it through demanding work, yet remains easy to hone when needed. What elevates this knife to a professional standard is the legendary Sani-Safe® handle. Its textured, slip-resistant surface provides a rock-solid grip for maximum control, even when your hands are cold, wet, or greasy. The impervious, hermetically sealed junction between the blade and handle leaves no place for bacteria to hide, earning it the critical NSF certification for professional food safety. This is the workhorse skinner you can trust for a clean, fast, and safe job every time. Learn More$31.35 -
F. Dick ErgoGrip 9 in. Trimming Knife
F. Dick ErgoGrip 9 in. Wide Blade Trimming Knife with an extra wide blade, feels like a cleaver. This knife is ideal for breaking down primal cuts of meat, skinning and trimming. The trimming knife is used to separate pieces of meat from fat, tendons and skin. That is why the trimming knife also belongs to the butcher's knife family. The blade is slightly curved upwards, becoming slightly wider in the front area than in the middle. This gives it more surface area, allowing you to make a long, pulling cut. Like the classic butcher's knife, it is also used to cut larger pieces of meat. This makes the trimming knife one of the most versatile butcher’s knives in slaughterhouses and cutting plants. The purpose of the trimming knife is to produce beautiful pieces of meat that have been cleanly separated from components such as tendons and fibres and can then be processed further without any problems. The subsequent process of portioning, or cutting the meat into ready-to-eat pieces, also requires precision and exact cutting. That is why it is important that you have a sharp trimming knife in your hands so that you can cut the meat cleanly and create a beautiful cut pattern. Learn More$42.25 -
F. Dick ErgoGrip 6 in. Skinning Knife with Red Handle
The F. Dick ErgoGrip 6 in. Skinning Knife was specifically designed for one purpose, to easily separate the skin or hide from the carcass without damaging the meat. This is why the skinning knife is often called a skinner. The special shapes of the blade allow even difficult cuts to be made precisely. The skinning knife is used in butcher's shops, cutting plants, home slaughterhouses and is also part of the standard equipment of a hunter. One important feature of the skinning knife is the special blade shape. The blade is wide and curved upwards towards the tip and then ends in a wide, rounded blade tip. The skinning knife must ensure a variety of functionalities during its use. Skinned and difficult cuts must be performed with precision so that the meat is not damaged and thus the quality is not reduced. This is supported by the rounded wide blade tip. Hunters employ the shorter version of the knife, often using the 13 cm blade length. Learn More$24.05
