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A classic Double-D knife
Cutco 9" Carver #1723
The 9" Carver's Double-D® edge slices through crisp turkey skin and roast crust with less pressure, and keeps doing it holiday after holiday.
- Blade
- 9 inches
- Edge
- Double-D®, three recessed cutting edges
- Steel
- 440A high-carbon stainless
- Build
- Full tang, 3 nickel-silver rivets
- Made in
- Olean, New York
- Guarantee
- Forever Guarantee with free sharpening
Cutco's Double-D® edge, introduced in March 1960, is a series of three razor-sharp, recessed cutting edges ground into one side of the blade by computer-controlled machines. It adds 15 to 20 percent more cutting edge per inch, cuts cleanly with less pressure and stays sharp for years. It needs Cutco's special tooling to resharpen, which is free under the Forever Guarantee.
What it is
Cutco describes the Double-D as "a series of three razor sharp cutting edges," recessed along the blade and applied to one side. It was introduced in March 1960. Most Double-D edges are ground by computer-controlled grinding machines; Cutco says the design adds 15 to 20 percent more cutting edge per inch than a conventional edge.
Why it stays sharp
On a normal edge, every cut presses the fine apex into the cutting board. On a Double-D, the cutting edges sit recessed between the points, so they're protected from the board and keep slicing long after a plain edge would feel dull. Cutco says straight and Double-D edges should last years with proper use and care.
Which knives have it
Double-D: Trimmer and Santoku-Style Trimmer, Hardy Slicer, Gourmet Prep Knife, 9-3/4" and 7-3/4" Slicers, Santoku-Style 10" Slicer, 9" Carver, 6-3/4" Petite Carver, Santoku-Style 8" Carver, Spatula Spreader, Steak Knife and Table Knife. Micro Double-D, a smaller version made for cutting cheese, is on Cutco's cheese knives. Straight edges: French Chef, Petite Chef, Santokus, paring knives, Boning, Salmon and Vegetable Knives.
How it's sharpened
Double-D edges require special tooling, so don't use a home sharpener on them. Cutco sharpens them for free under the Forever Guarantee (a small return shipping fee applies by mail), and Faith takes them in at her service events. See how to get Cutco knives sharpened.
Questions
What is the Cutco Double-D edge?
A series of three recessed, razor-sharp cutting edges along the blade, introduced in 1960, that cuts cleanly with less pressure and stays sharp.
Is the Double-D edge serrated?
It looks similar, but each scallop has three recessed cutting edges. It grips like a serration and slices cleanly.
Can I sharpen a Double-D knife at home?
No. Double-D edges need Cutco's special tooling. Cutco sharpens them free under the Forever Guarantee.
Which Cutco knives have the Double-D edge?
Trimmers, Slicers, Carvers, the Hardy Slicer, Gourmet Prep Knife, Spatula Spreader, Steak Knife and Table Knife. Cheese knives have the Micro Double-D.
Keep reading
Sources: Cutco: Just the Facts · Cutco: Knife Sharpening & Repair · Cutco: Anatomy of a Kitchen Knife