The cutting tool (1), especially drill or milling cutter, comprises a base (3) which extends in an axial direction (2) and has an outer shell (14) with at least one interior recess (18) that extends in the axial direction (2), a supporting structure (16) having at least one separating piece (26) which separates a plurality of recesses (18) from each other being formed in the supporting structure. The cutting tool (1) is particularly a solid hard-metal tool. The supporting structure (16) ensures an efficient use of material.