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Photo courtesy Kuhn Rikon.

The most whimsical gift for the summer season must be this nonstick Melon Knife from Swiss premium cookware manufacturer Kuhn Rikon. Not only is it a conversation piece; it makes it easy to safely slice through thick melon skins.

With function and flare, this handy kitchen tool with an 11″ serrated blade cuts the largest of melons (and small ones, too) easily.

Made of high-quality Japanese carbon steel, the blade has a nonstick coating. The seed-shaped cut-outs prevent sticking and help the sliced melon slide off the blade easily. The ergonomic handle helps to maintain a firm grip while applying pressure to cut through tough melon skins.

The red safety sheath makes the knife easy to store and to transport to picnics.

The Melon Knife is sold at specialty stores and online retailers such as Williams-Sonoma (search for “watermelon knife” or order by phone at 1.877.812.6235). The suggested retail price is $24.95.

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