Cutco 1738 Gourmet Prep Knife — 7-Inch Blade, Brown Handle

The Cutco 1738 Gourmet Prep Knife is a kitchen workhorse designed to streamline everyday prep tasks. With a confident 7-inch blade and a substantial feel, this knife gives you a sense of control from first slice to final chop. The warm brown handle provides a comfortable grip that stays steady as you dice, slice, and segment ingredients for weeknight meals or weekend gatherings.

Key design and performance

• The thick, sharp blade easily tackles tough-to-cut foods like turnips and sweet potatoes, reducing effort and time.
• Sharp point and a 6-1/4-inch Double-D-edge blade allow precise piercing and clean slicing through produce such as summer squash and melons, and they help with coring cabbage and pineapple.
• Cut through cured meats, like salami and pepperoni, with minimal effort thanks to the blade geometry.
• A hefty design that adds confidence and balance during prep tasks, helping you maintain control through long sessions.

Real-world prep examples

From a busy weeknight to a special brunch, this knife shines wherever you need consistent, even cuts. Slice potatoes for roasting, carve melon wedges, and prepare cabbage for slaw with less hand fatigue. The combination of thickness, edge geometry, and weight supports a wide range of everyday kitchen chores.

• Turnips, sweet potatoes, and root vegetables cut with steady ease.
• Melons, cucumbers, and squash sliced with controlled precision.
• Pineapple cores and cabbage cores handled efficiently.
• Slices of salami or pepperoni for charcuterie boards or sandwiches.

Care and durability

Designed for reliable performance over time, this knife is paired with Cutco’s Forever Guarantee. Regular hand washing and dry storage help maintain the edge and balance. While no kitchen tool guarantees specific results, the 1738 Gourmet Prep Knife is built to support consistent prep work over many meals.