A clean, practical leather skiving knife for thinning, paring, raised work, and shaping leather edges by hand.

The round head blade gives a stable cutting line and helps reduce unwanted blade drift, which is useful when you need a more even skive or a controlled edge transition. The 35mm blade width offers enough surface for wider thinning work, while still feeling manageable for smaller leather goods.

Made from Swedish 12C27 stainless steel, the blade has a fine grain structure, good rust resistance, and is easy to strop back to a sharp edge. It is a friendly choice for everyday leatherwork, especially if you prefer quick maintenance instead of frequent sharpening.

The tapered blade face and low cutting angle help the knife slide into leather smoothly. The integrated rosewood handle feels solid in the hand and gives better control during long, steady cuts.

Best used on vegetable-tanned leather. For chrome-tanned leather, machine skiving is usually recommended.

Key Features

Swedish 12C27 stainless steel — fine-grained, rust-resistant, and easy to strop
Round head blade — stable, controlled cutting for skiving and edge work
35mm blade width — suitable for both wider thinning and detailed paring
Tapered blade face with a low cutting angle — sharp, smooth, and efficient
Integrated rosewood handle — steady grip with less blade wobble
Easy maintenance — can be refreshed with a strop for everyday use

Specifications

Use: Leather skiving, thinning, paring, raised work, edge shaping
Blade material: Swedish 12C27 stainless steel
Blade shape: Round head
Blade width: 35mm
Total length: 186mm
Maximum thickness: 1.8mm
Weight: approx. 80g
Handle: Rosewood integrated handle
Recommended leather: Vegetable-tanned leather

12C27 Round Head Leather Skiving Knife – 35mm Rosewood Handle