Victorinox 5.6406.12 5 Inch Straight Boning Knife Wood Handle High Carbon Steel

The Victorinox 5.6406.12 Boning Knife with a 5-inch straight, narrow, and stiff blade is a professional-grade cutlery tool designed for precise meat and poultry deboning tasks. Crafted from high carbon steel, this boning knife provides excellent edge retention and durability, ideal for heavy-duty commercial kitchens. Its stamped style and wood handle ensure ergonomic handling, making it suitable for high-volume food processing environments requiring precision and reliability in butchery and prep stations.

Top Victorinox 5.6406.12 Features

This boning knife is engineered for commercial foodservice applications, offering a narrow, stiff blade that ensures controlled precision during deboning, trimming, and filleting tasks. The high carbon steel construction provides long-lasting sharpness, while the wood handle facilitates a secure, comfortable grip. Its design optimizes workflow efficiency in busy butchery and prep stations, making it a valuable tool for professional kitchens needing reliable, high-performance cutlery.

• Function or Performance: Precise deboning with high carbon steel blade
• Durability Traits: Sturdy stamped construction with corrosion-resistant finish
• Ease-of-Use or Maintenance: Lightweight at 0.2 lbs with simple hand cleaning
• Real-World Use Case: Ideal for meat trimming in butcher shops and restaurants
• Workflow Benefit: Promotes efficient, detailed cutting in high-volume kitchens

Best suited for professional butchery or meat prep applications requiring precise, durable blades.

Victorinox 5.6406.12 Technical Specs

The Victorinox 5.6406.12 boning knife features a stainless high carbon steel blade measuring 4-5 inches in length, designed for stiff, controlled deboning and trimming. Its stamped construction ensures a lightweight profile of 0.2 lbs, enhancing maneuverability during repetitive tasks. The traditional wood handle provides an ergonomic grip, suitable for extended use while maintaining a classic kitchen aesthetic. The tool operates within standard commercial kitchen environments, with no electrical requirements involved, and is built for easy hand maintenance. With its precise blade geometry and durable materials, this boning knife meets the demands of foodservice professionals engaged in detailed meat preparation.

• Blade Length: 4" - 5"
• Handle Material: Wood
• Blade Material: High carbon steel
• Weight: 0.2 lbs
• Blade Style: Stiff
• Design: Stamped
• Shipping Time: Typically Ships in 1 to 2 Days

• Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
• Cleaning & Maintenance: Hand wash, air dry
• Construction & Finish: Stainless steel blade, wooden handle
• Temperature Resistance: Suitable for kitchen use within standard temperature ranges
• Usage Suitability: Designed for manual deboning and meat trimming
• Ergonomic Features: Rounded handle with anti-slip grip

What is a commercial boning knife ?

A commercial boning knife is a precision-cutlery tool used in professional kitchens, butcheries, and meat processing facilities for detailed deboning, trimming, and filleting tasks. The Victorinox 5.6406.12 boning knife features a stiff, narrow 4-5 inch blade made from high carbon steel, optimized for accuracy and durability. Typically installed in meat prep stations or butcher blocks, this knife is ideal for high-volume and detailed work environments such as restaurants and foodservice operations focused on quality meat presentation and portioning.

Top boning knives for meat processing and prep work

Designed for medium-volume meat preparation in professional kitchens, the Victorinox 5.6406.12 boning knife exemplifies durable build quality and precise performance. Its high carbon steel blade ensures longevity and sharpness retention during intensive food processing, making it well-suited for operations like trimming and portioning in high-demand settings. This model’s ergonomic handle facilitates comfortable handling during extended use, fitting seamlessly into established workflow routines in commercial foodservice environments.

• Operation Type — Moderate throughput in butcher shops
• Kitchen Type — Compact commercial kitchens
• Foodservice Category — Meat trimming and butchery
• Workload Qualifier — Heavy-duty, daily use
• Use Case — Precise deboning and trimming tasks

Why Choose Victorinox 5.6406.12 ?

Why choose the Victorinox 5.6406.12 boning knife over competing tools? It combines a high carbon steel blade with a robust stamped design, ensuring long-lasting sharpness and durability. The classic wood handle provides a comfortable grip, reducing fatigue during repetitive cuts. Its lightweight profile and precise blade geometry improve operational efficiency, making it a reliable, restaurant-ready choice for high-volume meat processing environments.

• Compact footprint for easy handling in tight spaces
• Stiff high carbon steel blade ensures edge retention under frequent use
• Traditional wood handle offers ergonomic comfort
• Heavy-duty stainless steel construction for reliable durability
• Designed for manual deboning and trimming in restaurant-grade kitchens