Designed by Olivier Stankiewicz, this innovative 3D printed knife unlocks the potential of selected high-performance Japanese ceramic blades for reed-making.
“For many years I used a particular type of Japanese ceramic blade intended for utility knives. They are exceptionally sharp and remarkably durable—I used the same blade for over two years. In use, they feel very different from standard steel blades (such as a Stanley knife blade). Steel blades can be very sharp, but they often feel aggressive, tending to score the reed or dig in, especially in the early stages of scraping. In addition, most utility blades on the market are simply not sharp enough to scrape reeds with.
Ceramic blades offer a much greater sense of control with a smooth feeling. They can remove material quickly and effortlessly when required and add great precision and ease to tip finishing and delicate “feathering”.
I designed this knife to hold these exceptional blades with maximum stability. The knife will also accept any blade less than 19mm tall, allowing them to benefit from the same rigid support along the entire edge. For example, an OLFA Excel Black 18mm blade would offer a more conventional “razor-like” sharpness.
3D printing allows these knives to remain affordable without any compromise in quality—I designed the knife for my own use. The manufacturing process, together with the material used (PLA, a bioplastic), also helps to minimise environmental impact.”
NB: Sharpening of the ceramic blades isn’t recommended. If attempted, use specialised diamond-grit tools.
By purchasing this product, customers certify that they are over 18 years old.
This product ships without a blade.
To include a ceramic blade, press the “add” next to the blade picture below.
Ceramic blades are currently on backorder. Shipping will restart in early July. If you wish to use the OS reed knife with an alternative blade, I recommend OLFA Excel Black blades.
Designed by Olivier Stankiewicz, this innovative 3D printed knife unlocks the potential of selected high-performance Japanese ceramic blades for reed-making.
“For many years I used a particular type of Japanese ceramic blade intended for utility knives. They are exceptionally sharp and remarkably durable—I used the same blade for over two years. In use, they feel very different from standard steel blades (such as a Stanley knife blade). Steel blades can be very sharp, but they often feel aggressive, tending to score the reed or dig in, especially in the early stages of scraping. In addition, most utility blades on the market are simply not sharp enough to scrape reeds with.
Ceramic blades offer a much greater sense of control with a smooth feeling. They can remove material quickly and effortlessly when required and add great precision and ease to tip finishing and delicate “feathering”.
I designed this knife to hold these exceptional blades with maximum stability. The knife will also accept any blade less than 19mm tall, allowing them to benefit from the same rigid support along the entire edge. For example, an OLFA Excel Black 18mm blade would offer a more conventional “razor-like” sharpness.
3D printing allows these knives to remain affordable without any compromise in quality—I designed the knife for my own use. The manufacturing process, together with the material used (PLA, a bioplastic), also helps to minimise environmental impact.”
NB: Sharpening of the ceramic blades isn’t recommended. If attempted, use specialised diamond-grit tools.
By purchasing this product, customers certify that they are over 18 years old.
This product ships without a blade.
To include a ceramic blade, press the “add” next to the blade picture below.
Ceramic blades are currently on backorder. Shipping will restart in early July. If you wish to use the OS reed knife with an alternative blade, I recommend OLFA Excel Black blades.
