The Saddler's Round Knife is one of our most popular leatherworking knives and a traditional, versatile tool for cutting and working leather. Its distinctive semi-circular blade makes it suitable for straight and curved cuts, as well as skiving and paring down edges.
Our current full-tang version was introduced in 2025, with a heavier construction and a smaller handle designed to sit comfortably in the hand, giving greater stability and control when cutting.
The 5" blade is made from 1.5mm Sheffield O1 tool steel, hardened to 57 HRC and vibro-polished. Each knife is hand-fitted with your choice of Anjan, British Beech, Ebony, Rosewood, Walnut or Zebrano handle scales and finished with mineral oil.
Specifications
- Blade: O1 tool steel
- Blade width: 5" (127mm)
- Blade thickness: 1.5mm
- Hardness: 57 HRC
- Overall length: 6" (152mm)
- Handle length: 3" (76mm)
- Construction: Full tang
- Finish: Vibro-polished
- Handle: Anjan, British Beech, Ebony, Rosewood, Walnut or Zebrano
- Handle finish: Mineral oil
- Made in: Sheffield, England
Care
O1 is a high-carbon tool steel and requires some care to prevent corrosion. Keep the blade clean and dry when not in use and apply a light coat of oil periodically, particularly if the knife is being stored for any length of time.
Over time, O1 steel may naturally develop a patina. This is normal and will not affect the performance of the knife.
Please Note
Our knives are made as working tools and may show minor cosmetic marks from the manufacturing and finishing processes. These can include light scratches, marks or occasional surface pitting in the steel.
These cosmetic variations do not affect the performance or functionality of the knife.
Personalisation
Custom laser engraving is available for this knife. Add the knife to your basket and select the laser engraving option to add your chosen message. Simply add your knife to the basket, then choose the laser engraving option to personalise it!
Reviews
I ordered this for a birthday and was concerned I had left it too late. The customer service was fantastic, reassuring me that it would be done in time even with an engraving included. It was turned around in plenty of time, with details given at each stage. Truly exceptional service and a lovely item, super sharp! Clear clean engraving. Lovely zebrano handle.
I've been looking for a good half moon knife for a while, struggling to find a good price-quality one. This one fits my requirements. beautiful sharp knife for a good price. You can feel the craftsmanship.
It’s been an excellent knife, very easy to sharpen to a nice edge, maintains well and great to use.