Flatware: Knife
Product Overview
- Helps individuals with dexterity issues such as Parkinsons, arthritis, or hand tremors eat independently
- Black plastic handle with finger indentation and ridges allows for users to maintain their grip
- 6 oz. weighted handle provides added control for the user
- Durable, high quality stainless steel construction
- Rounded edges provide an added measure of safety
- Quantity
- 1/Each
- Shipping Weight
- 1 lb.
- Length
- 9 Inches
- Color
- Silver
- Edge Style
- Serrated
- Features
- Adaptive Utensil Dishwasher Safe
- Handle Color
- Black
- Knife Tip
- Rounded
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Stainless Steel Type
- 18/8
- Type
- Adaptive Knives
- Weight
- Extra Heavy
Richardson Products Inc. 847102000480 Details
Allow for autonomy in your assisted living facility, nursing home, or hospital with this Richardson Products Inc. weighted 9" adaptive knife. This 9" long knife is made with durable, high quality stainless steel. It is permanently attached to a black plastic 6 oz. weighted handle that provides the user with added stability during use. The handle's built-up construction also includes a finger indentation and ridges, and is intended to help individuals living with Parkinson's, arthritis, hand tremors, or any other cause of poor grip strength maintain their grip when tremors or spasms do occur.
This knife boasts a mirror polished finish and is ideal for use when serving main entrees at your facility. Its rounded edges provide an added measure of safety, and it is dishwasher safe up to 125 degrees Fahrenheit making cleanup a breeze. Safe to use and ergonomic, this knife is made to improve hand control while providing users with added independence, making mealtimes easier for both staff and residents.
Overall Dimensions:
Length: 9"
Because this item is not stocked in our warehouse, processing, transit times and stock availability will vary. If you need your items by a certain date, please contact us prior to placing your order. Expedited shipping availability may vary. We cannot guarantee that this item can be cancelled off of the order or returned once it is placed.
Customer questions about this product
What are the different weights for Flatware?
- Forged flatware is the thickest and strongest as it's made from a single piece of thick stainless steel and is extremely durable to withstand any commercial environment.
- Extra-heavy weight flatware is a premium grade and exudes a level of quality for finer establishments, feels sturdy, and is difficult to bend. It is made from either 18/0, 18/8, or 18/10 stainless steel.
- Heavy Weight Flatware is more durable than medium, and makes for a nice presentation for fast-casual or mid-level eateries.
- The lightest option is Medium Weight Flatware, also called economy weight, and is commonly sought after by the value-minded customer.
Dishwasher Safe
This item can safely be cleaned in a commercial dishwasher.