Olfa CK-1 Knife (18mm)

The Olfa CK-1 is a robust standard-duty craft knife engineered for users who require reliability, precision, and compact performance. Inspired by the traditional Japanese Kiridashi profile, this tool is suitable for a broad range of applications including wood carving, leather crafting, grafting, controlled prying, and everyday cutting requirements.

Features:

• Durable Construction and Secure Grip: Features a sleek steel body coated with a baked finish. The ergonomic design ensures a comfortable and secure grip, allowing for extended use without fatigue.
• Retractable Kiridashi-Style Blade: Equipped with a specially designed retractable blade, ideal for precise wood carving and intricate hobby craft. The unique shape offers excellent control and versatility. Offers safety and convenience by allowing the blade to be retracted into the body when not in use.
• Versatile Functionality: Perfect for a wide range of tasks, including detailed cutting, precise grafting, controlled prying, and general utility cutting. 

Usage:

• Leather Crafting: Ideal for leather cutting, pattern work, trimming edges, and general leather-craft utility tasks requiring precision.
• Wood Carving: Traditionally designed for carving wood, allowing for intricate details and shaping. 
• Grafting: The sharp and robust blade is suitable for precise grafting work in gardening and horticulture.
• Prying: The sturdy blade can be used for controlled prying tasks.
• Everyday Tasks: A stylish and reliable tool for opening packages, cutting materials, and various general utility purposes.

Specifications:

• Cutter Body Length: 107mm
• Cutter Body Width: 20mm
• Blade Thickness: 1.0mm
• Blade Length: 33mm
• Blade Width: 18mm
• Material: Steel
• Blade Type: OLFA CKB-1
• Country of Origin: Japan

Note:

• Blade should be long when shaving wood and short when cutting paper.
• Be careful not to lose small parts.
• One CKB-1 blade has two edges, front and back.

Why Choose OLFA

OLFA invented the world’s first snap-off utility blade in Japan in 1956, establishing the global standard still used in professional cutting tools today. Their blades are recognised for high-grade steel, precise heat-treatment, and long-lasting sharpness, making OLFA a leading and influential name in modern cutting technology.