

A blade and handle cut from a single sheet of stainless steel, with a rubber-lined finger hole for grip. Hayashi Cutlery introduced the design in 1975 and has kept it unchanged since.
- Manufactured in Seki, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
- Winner of Japan's Good Design Award
6.5" L
In stock | Delivery between {3-5 days}
—Description & details
The Allex Letter Opener opens envelopes and tape in one clean pass rather than tearing or snagging the paper. The blade and handle are cut from a single sheet of stainless steel, with a rubber ring lining the finger hole for grip. Hayashi Cutlery, based in Seki, Gifu Prefecture, introduced the design in 1975 and has kept it in continuous production largely unchanged since, earning Japan's Good Design Award.
- Manufactured in Seki, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
- Winner of Japan's Good Design Award
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
Length6.5 in |
Specifications
| Materials | |
|---|---|
| Material | 100% stainless steel |
| Details | |
| Origin | Japan |
Dealer verification
Authorized Allex dealerDelivery & returns
Shipping
Standard Shipping – 3 to 4 business days
- Orders $1.00–$60.00 → $6.95
- Orders $60.01–$99.99 → $10.95
- Orders $100.00–$149.99 → $12.95
- Orders $150.00 and up → Complimentary
Insured delivery
Every order is fully protected against damage, loss, or theft in transit — at our expense, not a service you buy or opt into.
If a piece arrives damaged, note it on the delivery receipt, photograph it, and contact us. If an order is lost or stolen, tell us and we'll replace it. We handle the replacement or refund — you never file a carrier claim or pay return freight.
Shipping cost for this item
Returns
Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused and in original packaging.
A complimentary return label is provided when store credit is selected as the refund method. All other refund methods are subject to standard return shipping fees.
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The Allex Letter Opener opens envelopes and tape in one clean pass rather than tearing or snagging the paper. The blade and handle are cut from a single sheet of stainless steel, with a rubber ring lining the finger hole for grip. Hayashi Cutlery, based in Seki, Gifu Prefecture, introduced the design in 1975 and has kept it in continuous production largely unchanged since, earning Japan's Good Design Award.
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
Length6.5 in |
Specifications
| Materials | |
|---|---|
| Material | 100% stainless steel |
| Details | |
| Origin | Japan |
Dealer verification
Authorized Allex dealerShipping
Standard Shipping – 3 to 4 business days
- Orders $1.00–$60.00 → $6.95
- Orders $60.01–$99.99 → $10.95
- Orders $100.00–$149.99 → $12.95
- Orders $150.00 and up → Complimentary
Insured delivery
Every order is fully protected against damage, loss, or theft in transit — at our expense, not a service you buy or opt into.
If a piece arrives damaged, note it on the delivery receipt, photograph it, and contact us. If an order is lost or stolen, tell us and we'll replace it. We handle the replacement or refund — you never file a carrier claim or pay return freight.
Shipping cost for this item
Returns
Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused and in original packaging.
A complimentary return label is provided when store credit is selected as the refund method. All other refund methods are subject to standard return shipping fees.
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