Victorinox Fibrox Butcher's Knife 7" Wide Tip — 5.7403.18
The wide-tip variant of the popular 7" butcher's knife trades some of the standard blade's slim profile for a broader, more substantial cutting surface near the point. That extra width gives the blade more presence when splitting thicker cuts, cutting through gristle and connective tissue, or handling denser sections of meat where a narrower tip would need more passes to get through cleanly. It's still the same fundamental "breaking knife" concept — a curved blade drawn through meat in one fluid motion — just built with a bit more muscle behind the tip.
The blade is high-carbon stainless steel, and the wide tip specifically adds surface area exactly where more aggressive cuts need it — near the point, where you're often working through the toughest part of a cut. The curve along the rest of the blade still supports the classic smooth, sweeping butcher's stroke for general portioning and trimming, so you're not sacrificing versatility for the added tip strength.
The black Fibrox handle is textured thermoplastic elastomer, NSF-certified for commercial food-service environments and secure in the hand even wet or greasy from meat handling — genuinely important when working through tougher, more demanding cuts where extra force is sometimes needed. Dishwasher-safe, though hand-washing and drying immediately after use is the recommended habit for both hygiene and long-term edge performance.
Who This Knife Is For
Butchers and home cooks working with thicker cuts, tougher connective tissue, or denser meat where the standard narrow blade needs more passes to get through, and anyone who wants extra cutting confidence at the tip without stepping up in overall blade length.
Full Specifications
| Attribute |
Detail |
| Brand |
Victorinox (Switzerland) |
| Model / Line |
Fibrox Butcher's Knife |
| SKU / Article No. |
5.7403.18 |
| Blade Length |
7" / 18cm |
| Blade Profile |
Wide tip curved breaking blade |
| Blade Steel |
High-carbon stainless steel |
| Handle Material |
Fibrox TPE, black |
| Dishwasher Safe |
Yes (hand-wash recommended for blade longevity) |
| Certification |
NSF International certified for commercial kitchen use |
| Country of Manufacture |
Switzerland |
| Warranty |
Victorinox lifetime guarantee against material and manufacturing defects |
| Best Uses |
Splitting thicker cuts, cutting through gristle and connective tissue, general butchery |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "wide tip" actually change about how it cuts?
The broadened blade near the point gives more cutting surface exactly where you need it for splitting thicker sections and pushing through tougher connective tissue — the standard narrow-tip blade is more precise but needs more effort on those denser sections.
Should I choose this over the standard 7"?
If you regularly work with thicker, tougher cuts or find yourself struggling through gristle and connective tissue with a standard blade, the wide tip is a genuine upgrade. For lighter, more general trimming, the standard profile remains equally capable and slightly more nimble.
Does the wider tip make it harder to control for precision work?
Slightly less nimble for very fine detail work compared to the standard narrow tip, but the trade-off is worthwhile for anyone regularly cutting through denser material.
Is this a good all-round choice for a home butchery setup?
Yes — many home butchers prefer the wide tip specifically because it handles the widest range of cutting demands without needing a second, tougher blade on hand.
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Prefer the standard narrower profile? See the Victorinox Fibrox Butcher's Knife 7" Standard, or explore the full Victorinox range at Red Rhino.
