Garment & Textile · Cutting
Straight Knife
Hand-held reciprocating knife for cutting fabric stacks.
Pronunciation: 🇺🇸 US
/streɪt naɪf/ 🇬🇧 UK/streɪt naɪf/Definition
Hand-held reciprocating knife for cutting fabric stacks.
Industrialist View
Common in small-to-medium factories. Eastman, Kuris brand.
Tailor & Garment-Worker View
Operator pushes the knife along marker lines. Best on straight and gentle curves.
Construction & Use
4–12″ blade length.
Related Terms
Band Knife, Rotary Cutter