Forschner / Victorinox Paring Knife, 3 1/4 in Straight, Small, Black Nylon Handle Model 40600

by Victorinox

Product Features

• Fishing
• Accessories
• Manufacturer #: 40600

Product Description

The R.H. Forschner collection has grown in size and stature since its name was first carved in steel in 1855. Historically a premier choice of culinary professionals, it is still preferred by professionals today. Renowned for its extremely sharp, Swiss made, steel blades from Victorinox, R.H. Forschner provides professionals in food processing and preparation with superior quality, value-priced cutlery that enhances performance and increases productivity. R.H. Forschner's extensive series of fishing knives are utilized worldwide in the commercial fishing industry. PARING KNIVES come in various styles, each with a particular function: Bird's Beak - for peeling any round fruit or vegetable with minimal effort. Wavy Edge - use to cut a crust or skin with a soft inside. Perfect for tomatoes. Chef's - use as a miniature cook's knife. Sheep's Foot - this unique parer has a straight cutting blade. Wavy Edge - use to cut a crust or skin with a soft inside. Perfect for tomatoes.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 0.2 x 7.1 x 0.5 inches ; 9.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B000EYUDZE
• Item model number: 40600
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,545 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #5 in Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Knives & Cutlery Accessories > Paring Knives
  • #39 in Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Utensils & Gadgets > Fruit & Vegetable Tools

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Small Bargains, December 6, 2007

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Samuel D. Uretsky "Samskara" (Wantagh NY) - See all my reviews
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I bought this knife because Cook's Illustrated, which is very reliable, rated it as the best paring knife they tested -- even though paring knives can be had for over $100. They had also top rated the Forschner 8" chef's knife, after comparing it with forged knives costing many times as much. For those who watch their PBS television show, they really do use the Forschner knives.
My experience with the paring knife has been very favorable. Although it's small and rather nondescript in appearance, I've used it to remove the silverskin from both beef and pork tenderloins far more efficiently than with any other knife I own, including a forged blade from a manufacturer with an excellent reputation and a high price. The stamped blade is easy to maneuver, and seems exceptionally sharp.
While the small handle might be a problem for people with large hands, the high quality of this knife, combined with its low price, make it worth trying for just about every home cook. Beyond that, if it's damaged, unlike the high priced paring knives that it competes with, it can be replaced without any feelings of angst. This is an exceptionally good knife at a remarkably low price.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Just OK, September 27, 2007

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S. Floyd "colliebell" (Ohio) - See all my reviews
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This knife is pretty average. I had high hopes that it would be as stellar as the 8" chef's knife by Forschner, but it's very light and a little on the flimsy side. I've gone back to my Cutco paring knife that's 10 years old.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great paring knife, February 13, 2007

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H. Walsh (Simi Valley, CA) - See all my reviews
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This little knife is easy to use, very sharp and stays sharp longer than most and sharpens very well