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Performer 3 1/2" Paring Knife

$195.00

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Peeling, slicing, decorating — the Performer 3 1/2" Paring Knife is made for detailed prep work. A small knife with a big impact, it brings maximum control to your kitchen. Segment citrus, lard meat, peel shallots, trim strawberry tops. You get the idea: This knife is an essential.

Performer knives are enhanced with a deep-black Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) performance finish, which makes our blades uniquely strong and durable. This finish is heat-resistant, scratchproof, and resilient to damage. No matter the conditions, it sets new standards for frictionless slicing. The non-slip Hexagon-Power-Grip© design on the handles guarantees unmatched control with every cut. A full bolster (the forged thickening between the blade and the handle) further ensures perfect weight and balance.

For those who never compromise. WÜSTHOF Performer — the knife for the perfect cut.

When you use a WÜSTHOF knife, you can be sure that you are holding one of world’s best kitchen tools in your hand.

We have been developing and manufacturing our products in Solingen, Germany, the “City of Blades,” since 1814 – loyalty that pays off in the quality and reliability of our family business, knife by knife.

High quality WÜSTHOF steel: Our special stainless steel is durable, corrosion resistant, easy to sharpen, and reduces wear on the blade. Ideal for chef’s knives.

Impressive sharpness: For over 200 years, we’ve been refining the perfect edge and developing special techniques that keep our blades sharper for longer. Ideal for precise movements.

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Unrivalled performance: Our superbly balanced and ergonomically designed handles ensure that every knife fits perfectly in the hand. Ideal for you.

WÜSTHOF stands for knives. For the moment when your knife glides effortlessly through your fresh ingredients.

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A perfect blend of classic design and modern luxury
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Combining expert artisanship with cutting-edge technology
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Forged in Germany, inspired by Italy
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Handle MaterialResilient synthetic handle, rivetedGlass fiber reinforced polyamide handleOlive wood
Weight9.56 oz9.07 oz8.64 oz
Handle Length4.5 in4.7 in4.5 in
MethodForgedForgedForged
Rockwell Rating
58 HRC58 HRC58 HRC
Bolster
double bolsterfull bolsterfull bolster
Rivet
Stainless steelnonealuminum
Grind Angle29 °29 °29 °
Colors Available
Black
Crème
Black
Wood
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