This wooden magnetic knife block is handcrafted in Sandhurst, Victoria, from reclaimed Australian hardwoods, finished in your choice of hardwax oil tone and polished to a gentle shine with a handmade beeswax creme. Australian made, it works as everyday knife storage that keeps your blades off the bench and within easy reach.
Free shipping Australia-wide on all sizes.
Each block contains two rows of rare earth (neodymium) magnets, with sufficient strength to hold a wide variety of knives in place. It is freestanding — it sits on the benchtop and holds your knives on its magnetic face, so there is no wall mounting or drilling required.
The standard height of the face is 255mm, meaning a knife that is 250mm or less from the bolster to the tip will fit the standard block (refer to the knife anatomy diagram in the product images).
Five lengths are available — Compact, Small, Medium, Large and X-Large. Face height stays the same across every size; only the width changes, so choose based on how much knife storage you need.
Size guide
| Size | Length | Approx. capacity (mixed set) |
|---|---|---|
| Compact | 220mm | 3–4 knives |
| Small | 300mm | 5–6 knives |
| Medium | 400mm | 7–8 knives |
| Large | 500mm | 9–10 knives |
| X-Large | 600mm | 11–12 knives |
Capacity is approximate and depends on the width of your knives — wider chef's knives and cleavers take a little more room than paring or utility knives.
These knife blocks are made to order, with each one unique. They can be altered if a custom size is required, at minimal cost.
Other timber options are available as a special order (with extra cost), including Maple, Walnut and Spotted Gum — please email or call for more information.
Leadtimes - this item is finished to order, and published lead times apply. If the order is urgent, please message or call, as we will do our best to assist!
Looking to complete the set? Browse our end grain cutting boards, and keep the timber protected with our cutting board wax.
Frequently asked questions
Is it freestanding or wall mounted?
Freestanding. The block sits on your benchtop and holds your knives on its magnetic face — there is no wall mounting or drilling.
Will it hold a cleaver or large knife?
Yes. The rare earth magnets hold heavy blades including cleavers and large chef's knives. Just check the 255mm face-height guide above — blades up to 250mm from bolster to tip sit within the standard face.
How do I care for it?
Give it an occasional refresh with tung oil, then a wipe of beeswax creme, to keep the timber protected and looking its best.
Can I get a custom size?
Yes. Every block is made to order, so it can be altered to a custom size at minimal cost — and other timbers (Maple, Walnut, Spotted Gum) are available as a special order. Just email or call.
How long does it take?
Each block is finished to order, so published lead times apply. If your order is urgent, message or call and we will do our best to help.
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Loving my Magnetic Knife Block
Its perfect. Waited years to find one i love and I couldn't be more thrilled. Definitely recommend to all my friends.
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Functional and beautiful decor at the same time
I bought the medium sized magnetic knife block and I love it so much so that I'm purchasing another for a friends house warming gift. These are such a great idea. And the product is amazing quality. Its an awesome.e statement peice in the kitchen.
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Wonderful repurposed history
I needed a new magnetic knife block and stumbled on Robs artistry. We have now received this beautiful large knife block that perfectly holds all our knives, matches our colour scheme and best of all used reclaimed wood that is well over 100 years old. We have a piece of history and the spirit of the tree that will now live on in our family and will last a lifetime. Thank you for the craftsmanship and speed of delivery.
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Magnetic Knife Block
We were looking for a unique knife block for our newly renovated kitchen and very happy with our choice. Looks amazing and holds the knives beautifully! Communication in relation to the progress of our order was also great. Overall very happy and would recommend.
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Love the timber character
I love the one with the void. It's beautiful. Thanks for sharing some pictures before it shipped.
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It's class
Thanks mate it's class!
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Exceeded all expectations
The knife block has arrived and I wanted to say thank you. It really is wonderful and has exceeded all expectations, it really has! Love your work - keep it up! This is how it is used every day - it's a perfect size, and I can confirm that there isn't even a hint of a dead spot magnet wise anywhere on the board at all.