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Letter opener blanks let you create a custom desk accessory with your choice of handle material. Compare the blade dimensions and attachment details before planning a matched set or handmade gift.
Choose suitable handle materials and review any additional fitting or finishing needed.
Make your own opener or give a custom letter opener as a gift! Our products make it easy to craft this classic but often-overlooked office accessory using one of our handcrafted, steel letter opener blanks.
Our precision-cut custom letter opener blades provide a ready-to-finish start for personalised builds. Designed for easy shaping and polishing, these blades let you create a unique accessory for offices, shops, display cases, and much more.
Creating a custom letter opener should feel enjoyable, not overwhelming — and that’s exactly what these precision-cut blanks are designed for. Whether you're crafting a personalised gift, building a unique office accessory, or adding a refined piece to your collection, our blanks give you a strong, reliable starting point.
Made from durable, easy-to-work steel, each of our letter opener blanks shapes beautifully, polishes evenly, and holds clean cutting edges with minimal effort.
With Knife Making, you can choose from a wide variety of letter-opener blanks that are smart, sleek, and impressively functional. Pair your blank with high-quality handle materials, decorative fittings, and finishing supplies
Need help choosing the right blade blank? Contact our expert team for advice and recommendations.
To keep your letter opener in top condition, read our step-by-step guide to sharpening your blades here.
Each custom letter opener product description will note the specific steel type, but all options are chosen for durability, smooth finishing, and clean cutting performance.
The kit typically includes: the Pacific blade blank, handle material (such as Dymondwood), rivets or pins, a guard (if applicable), and instructions for easy assembly.
A variety of materials are employed to achieve both functional and aesthetic goals. Here are some commonly used materials: