# Sailor Switchblades The Scrimshaw Knife is a Classy Way to Defend Yourself By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-05-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrimshaw-knife References: [uncrate](http://www.uncrate.com/men/gear/tools/cxxvi-scrimshaw-knife/) & [cxxvi.net](http://www.cxxvi.net/view/accessories/knife/) The Scrimshaw knife is an up-market take on the [utility knife](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bq-s1-utility). But this one does not have the hideous (or boring, depending on which one you get) exterior so often associated with instruments such as these. The Scrimshaw knife's handle is made out of ivory, and is [hand-etched](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-japanese-knives) in Maine. Inked with black india ink and finished with two coats of archival wax, the Scrimshaw knife should last you a long time--or at least long enough to lose it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Luxury Utility Knives:** The Scrimshaw knife represents a trend towards producing high-end utility knives with sophisticated design elements. - **Artisanal Handles:** The use of hand-etched ivory handles on the Scrimshaw knife reflects a trend towards artisanal craftsmanship in knife design. - **Durable and Stylish:** The Scrimshaw knife's use of archival wax ensures longevity and its sleek design appeals to consumers seeking both functionality and aesthetics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Knife Manufacturing:** The Scrimshaw knife presents an opportunity for knife manufacturers to explore new design elements and cater to the luxury utility knife market. - **Art and Craft:** The Scrimshaw knife highlights the potential for artisans to incorporate traditional techniques, such as hand-etching, into modern and practical products. - **Luxury Goods:** The Scrimshaw knife's combination of high-quality materials and exquisite craftsmanship positions it as a potential disruptor in the luxury goods industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Movement Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craighill-sidewinder-knife.md) - [Elegant Everyday Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/damascus.md) - [Graphic Novel-Honoring Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-the-cell-shaded-allman.md) - [Poshly Designed Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-x-pco-slipjoint-microblade-knife.md) - [Sweden-Inspired Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridgeback.md) - [Semi-Fossilized Wood Hand Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-no08-arizona-ironwood-handle-knife.md) - [Kukri-Style Blade Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandstorm-20.md) - [Demure Denim Micarta Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-momotaro-samla-knife.md) - [Landscape-Honoring Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-ridgeback-microblade.md)