# Thumb-Protecting Knives The Safe Knife Design Boasts a Built-In Thumb Protector By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-05-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safe-knife References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/safecut-knife-launches-first-kitchen-knife-that-is-not-suitable-for-chefs-300655243.html) & [safecutknife](https://safecutknife.com/) While professional chefs are familiar with handling sharp objects on a daily basis, the average consumer is prone to the occasional cut from a kitchen knife—as such, the Safecut Knife is emerging as a safe knife design to protect one's thumbs. The design of the kitchen knife includes a built-in protector for the thumb, which detaches from the handle to form a finger guard. This sheath has the potential to be particularly helpful when slicing fruits or vegetables toward the thumb or fingers. Other notable parts of the Safecut Knife include its [stainless steel blade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-knives), [ergonomic handle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutluxe-1) and dishwasher-safe design. Leizer Rodal, the inventor and owner of Safecut Knife, found that "69% of women cut towards their thumb or fingers while prepping in the kitchen. Almost half of that percentage, admits that cutting this way is their preferred way of cutting." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Safe Knife Design:** The emergence of safe knife designs that include built-in thumb protectors presents an opportunity for disrupting traditional kitchen knife designs and improving safety for consumers. - **Thumb Protection:** The focus on thumb protection in kitchen knives opens up possibilities for innovative designs that prioritize safety and prevent accidental cuts and injuries. - **Ergonomic Knife Handles:** The emphasis on ergonomic knife handles in kitchen knife designs provides an opportunity to revolutionize the comfort and usability of knives for both professional chefs and home cooks. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Kitchenware:** The kitchenware industry can explore incorporating thumb-protecting features into their knife designs, offering consumers safer and more user-friendly options. - **Cutlery:** The cutlery industry can seize the opportunity to develop new knife designs that prioritize thumb protection, providing consumers with a safer and more efficient cutting experience. - **Safety Products:** The safety products industry can tap into the demand for thumb-protecting knives by creating specialized products that enhance kitchen safety and minimize the risk of accidents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Miniature Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuttix.md) - [Child-Friendly Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/progressive-knife-set.md) - [Ultra-Slick Minimalist Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-knife-block.md) - [Sensibly Sharp Elevated Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-task-knife.md) - [Charming Full-Rang Neat Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hk2024-eggplant.md) - [Durably Designed Box Cutters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-box-opener.md) - [Ultra-Fast Slicing Kitchen Helpers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormcut.md) - [Compact Utility Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bq-s1-utility.md) - [Precision Utility Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bq-s1.md)