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Performer Paring Knife 9 cm | 3 1/2 inch

$290.00

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A small, versatile knife with slim, powerful blade and an extremely sharp edge, the WÜSTHOF Performer 3 1/2" Paring Knife is ideal for chopping smaller ingredients such as onions, herbs, and garlic cloves. It is also the perfect tool for peeling, chopping, and carving fruits and vegetables, such as trimming the tops from carrots and strawberries. With its pointed blade, it is also often used for larding larger cuts of meat. The elegant, black Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating on the blade is the gold standard of the luxury knife market: it allows the knife to effortlessly glide through hard and soft ingredients while remaining extremely durable and scratch resistant. Performer handles are fitted with WÜSTHOF's innovative, ergonomic Hexagon Power Grip — with its offset non-slip honeycomb structure, it ensures ultimate control under all working conditions.

Formulated for
Optimal Sharpness

At WÜSTHOF's production factory in Solingen, Germany, forged knives are meticulously crafted through a process involving over fifty-four manufacturing steps. This process seamlessly blends innovative technology with the time-honored traditions of hand-made artisanship.

Each knife is:

Made from WÜSTHOF Steel, our proprietary blend of German steel is the optimal formula for durability fulfilling the strict requirements of an optimal 58° Rockwell.

20% sharper than your average knife thanks to our laser-assisted sharpening process.

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Heavy, yet balanced, to drive precision with every slice.

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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, rivetedResilient synthetic handleOlive wood
Weight9.56 oz9.07 oz8.64 oz
Handle Length4.5 in4.7 in4.4 in
MethodForgedForgedForged
Rockwell Rating
58 HRC58 HRC58 HRC
Bolster
double bolsterfull bolsterfull bolster
Rivet
stainless steelnonealuminum
Grind Angle29 °29 °29 °
Colours Available
Black
Crème
Black
Wood
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