Built for the Bench. Made to Cut Above.
The LK Professional Leather Head Knife is a full-size leatherworking knife designed for cutting, skiving, pattern work, and shaping leather. Its wide, dual-edge profile supports the traditional rocking cut while providing the reach needed for larger pieces of hide.
Full-tang construction and a substantial contoured hardwood handle give the knife a solid, controlled feel for repeated bench work.
Best For
- Cutting and breaking down hides
- Pattern cutting
- Skiving
- Cutting curves and contours
- General leatherworking bench work
Key Features
Wide Dual-Edge Blade
The sweeping head-knife profile provides two working edges and supports controlled rocking cuts from either direction.
J2 Stainless Steel
Vacuum heat treated to approximately 60 HRC, then precision ground, sharpened, and highly polished.
Full-Tang Construction
The blade steel runs through the full length of the handle, with contoured hardwood scales secured by three metal pins.
Hand-Finished Character
Each knife carries the engraved LK maker's mark. Natural variations in wood grain and coloration make each handle unique.
Specifications
| Tool Type | Professional leather head knife |
| Overall Length | Approx. 6.25–6.5 in. |
| Blade Width | Approx. 4.0 in. |
| Blade Profile | Sweeping dual-edge head-knife profile |
| Steel | J2 stainless steel |
| Heat Treatment | Vacuum heat treated |
| Hardness | Approx. 60 HRC |
| Construction | Full tang, three-pin handle |
| Handle | Contoured hardwood scales |
| Blade Finish | Highly polished, precision ground and sharpened |
| Maker's Mark | Engraved LK mark |
| Primary Use | Cutting, skiving and shaping leather |
Choose Your Handle
Select from the available hardwood options shown above. Each handle is individually selected, so natural grain, color and figure will vary from knife to knife.
Because these knives are individually finished using natural materials, minor variations in dimensions and appearance are normal.














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