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Kudamono Paring Knife

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A great paring knife should feel like an extension of your hand—razor-sharp, easy to control, and built for precision.

This sheepsfoot parer, also called a kudamono knife, is designed with a completely straight edge and a rounded tip, making peeling, trimming, and slicing more stable and controlled.

No accidental piercing, no awkward angles—just clean, effortless cuts for everything from fruit to fine herbs.

Italian Olive Wood
Italian Olive Wood is an ideal choice for knife handles, providing exceptional durability and moisture resistance due to its dense structure and natural oils. The intricate grain and rich golden hues give each handle a unique look, and its solid feel ensures a well-balanced grip. Over time, the wood develops even more character, making it both a practical and luxurious addition.

AUS-10V Steel
Crafted from AUS-10V steel by Aichi Steel in Tokai, Japan, this blade features 1.05% carbon content for exceptional strength and durability. Its superior edge retention ensures a razor-sharp blade that lasts, making it ideal for precision work.

A Blade Built for Precision
Unlike curved paring knives, this sheepsfoot blade has a dead-flat edge, ensuring clean, accurate slices every time.

Rounded Tip for More Control
The gentle curve at the tip keeps slicing stable and prevents piercing, making peeling and fine cuts easier.

Compact, Balanced, and Easy to Use
At 7.5 inches and just under 3 ounces, this knife is light enough to maneuver, sturdy enough to handle daily prep.

15° Dual Bevel
Hand sharpened to a precise 15° on each side, resulting in a razor-sharp edge that offers versatility for both right- and left-handed users.

Full Tang
A full tang runs the entire length of the knife, providing intentional weight and balance. This design allows the knife to tackle large tasks like cutting watermelon and meat while retaining the agility needed for fine dicing and precise knife work.

Ergonomic Hexagonal Handle
Our modern take on the traditional octagonal handle, ours is hexagonal to be more ergonomic with edges for slip free handling.

Total Length: 7.5 inches
Blade Length: 3.39 inches
Handle Length: 4.09 inches
Wide point of blade: 1 inch
Blade Thickness: 2 mm

A Paring Knife with Total Control

Meet the Kudamono Parer—Japan’s take on precision peeling and slicing.

Its completely straight edge ensures clean, controlled cuts, while the rounded tip adds stability for delicate prep work.

Small but essential, the paring knife you’ll reach for daily.

Perfect for Peeling & Trimming

The small, sharp blade allows for effortless peeling of fruits and vegetables while maintaining precision.

Ideal for Intricate Cutting Tasks

The 35-degree tip makes coring, hulling strawberries, and deseeding peppers easier than ever.

Great for Deveining & Garnishing

Easily devein shrimp, slice citrus peels, and create delicate garnishes with its razor-sharp edge.

Small but Mighty in Hand

This knife feels sturdy, balanced, and precise, making detailed cuts like an extension of your hand.

The Kudamono Knife

Sharper, Straighter, Built for Precision
Forged from AUS-10V steel in Tokai, Japan, the Kudamono paring knife stays sharper longer, cuts cleaner, and needs less upkeep. At just 2mm thin, it slices with surgical precision.

A Flat Blade That Just Works
The sheepsfoot-style straight edge gives total control—no rocking, no guesswork, just clean, precise cuts. A rounded tip keeps peeling and trimming smooth and safe, while the lightweight build makes intricate work effortless.

Premium Quality, No Markup
Built with razor-sharp edges and a balanced, ergonomic feel, this knife delivers top-tier performance without the luxury price tag. Small knife, big impact—you’ll reach for it every day.

Beautiful Italian Olive Wood Handle

High Durability — A dense structure (900 kg/m³) makes it resistant to wear, perfect for frequent use.

Moisture Resistance — High density and natural oils make the handle naturally water resistant.

Ergonomic Grip — Offers a solid, balanced feel with a smooth finish—substantial enough to tackle whole watermelons while also deftly handling fine knife work.

An Absolute Kitchen Workhorse

Vacuum Heat Treated

The gold standard for knife treatment, vacuum heat treatment means each blade is precisely heated in a vacuum-sealed environment and cooled. This process enhances hardness, strength, and corrosion resistance, resulting in a sharper, longer-lasting edge while preserving the steel’s purity.

Hand Forged and Folded

Each blade is crafted by repeatedly heating, hammering, and folding steel layers by hand. This traditional process creates distinctive wavy patterns while enhancing the blade’s strength, toughness, and flexibility. The resulting even carbon distribution reduces impurities, resulting in a durable, long-lasting sharp edge.

AUS-10V Steel

Crafted from AUS-10V steel produced by Aichi Steel in Tokai, Japan, this blade boasts a 1.05% carbon content, making it exceptionally strong and durable, with impressive edge retention for long-lasting sharpness.

Superior Edge Retention

With a rating of 60-62 on the Rockwell hardness scale, knife is long-lasting, durable, and corrosion, chip, and stain-resistant.

15° Dual Bevel

Hand sharpened to a precise 15° on each side, resulting in a razor-sharp edge that offers versatility for both right- and left-handed users.

Craftsmanship and Value

Handcrafted by expert artisans
Made to order in over 40 meticulous steps
Crafted with care in China from premium Japanese steel
Ships directly from the manufacturer for unmatched savings

Price Comparison

The Essential

Price $65
Material High-carbon Japanese stainless steel
Process Hand forged and folded
Design Kudamono blade, full-tang

Sur La Table

Price $240
Material High-carbon Japanese stainless steel
Process Hand forged and folded
Design Kudamono blade, full-tang

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