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HENCKELS Classic Razor-Sharp 4-inch Paring Knife, German Engineered Informed by 100+ Years of Mastery, Stainless Steel


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Blade Material Plastic
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Color Stainless Steel
Handle Material Stainless Steel
Blade Edge Paring Knife

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  • ULTRA-SHARP BLADES: Superior professional-level sharpness that ensures precision cutting.
  • STAYS SHARP LONGER: Professional, satin-finished blade boasts precision cutting and is finely honed for long-lasting sharpness.
  • EFFORTLESS CUTTING: Enjoy easy meal prep with minimal effort with this lightweight, easy-to-use knife.
  • PERFECT FOR DETAILED KITCHEN TASKS: Use for meal prep, especially when prepping fruits, vegetables, and meats.
  • QUICK CLEAN UP: No-fuss cleanup, in the dishwasher or by hand. Stain and rust-free blades.

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Versatility
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Easy to hold
4.6 4.6
Craftsmanship
4.6 4.6

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Henckels, J.A. Henckels, Knives

Since 1895, HENCKELS has been making high quality knives at an exceptional value. As the modern kitchen specialist, HENCKELS now makes a full range of premium kitchen products that enhances the lives of professional and home chefs worldwide. From knives to cookware, flatware to accessories, HENCKELS crafts essential tools informed by its long cutlery tradition.

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Henckels, Cooking tools, Spatula, shears

Cutlery

HENCKELS knives are fabricated from high quality stainless steel, boasting a single-piece construction that provides excellent durability. The full tang offers optimal balance while the ergonomic handles promote fatigue-free cutting. With technological expertise, HENCKELS crafts cutlery for the value conscious customer who wants high quality for the best value.

Flatware

HENCKELS offers flatware lines that reflect the excellent engineering and design for which our cutlery is known. All flatware features the beauty and functionality of superior 18/10 stainless steel, which provides optimal corrosion resistance. Each spoon, knife, and fork offer everyday durability. Easy to care for, the dishwasher safe flatware will beautify your tabletop.

Tools

From scissors to spatulas, HENCKELS kitchen tools ensure that home chefs have the right tool for each task. All tools are designed with optimal ergonomics in mind, so they fit comfortably in your hand, letting you enjoy fatigue-free prepping. All HENCKELS tools offer fully guaranteed high quality materials and craftsmanship.

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Experience confidence with each cut. The Henckels CLASSIC 4" Paring/Utility Knife boasts a precision, fine-edge blade that is honed for long-lasting sharpness. Peel apples, remove blemishes and slice garlic effortlessly - this small, versatile knife is ideal for detailed tasks.With a seamless transition from blade to handle, the knives' fully forged construction provides balance as the traditional triple-rivet handles encourage tireless cutting.Henckels makes essential kitchen tools every home chef needs. From steak knives to spatulas, every product boasts high quality at an exceptional value. Created in 1895 by Zwilling J.A. Henckels, this value-driven brand guarantees the same durability, design and ease of use for which the global company is known. Equip your kitchen with expertise with Henckels.

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Classically shaped (center-tip style, with curved back and edge), this knife comes in handy at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In the afternoons, when no one is looking, it'll slice open a package. Henckels' International Classic is a moderately priced cutlery line made in countries other than the company's home of Germany. The steel is of lesser quality than that used in its premier lines. Also, the handles are narrower and shallower--which the small-handed might appreciate. While this parer is dishwasher-safe, hand washing is recommended. --Fred Brack

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Maneuverability
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Stainless Steel
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4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
2,141 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the sharpness, quality, size and comfort of the kitchen knife. They mention that it's super sharp, holds up very well, and fits perfectly in their knife block. They also appreciate the comfortable handle and the performance of the knife. Customers are also satisfied with ease of holding, weight, and ease of use.

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350 customers mention "Sharpness"320 positive30 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the kitchen knife. They mention that it is super sharp when it arrives and it stays super sharp for a long time. They also say that it makes cutting veggies very easy, sharpens easily, and feels good in the hand. Some say that the knife is decent but not as hefty and solid feeling as the rest of the set. Overall, most are happy with the quality and durability of the product.

"This knife is sleek, durable, sharp, lightweight, and like no other knife I have ever used...." Read more

"Cuts like butter. Well worth it." Read more

"Very sharp and cuts smoothly and quickly. It will be great for cutting fruits vegetables and smaller pieces of meat...." Read more

"...I have gone through many. Finally, I have found a truly razor sharp knife with this Henckels made in Spain...." Read more

212 customers mention "Quality"204 positive8 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the kitchen knife. They mention that it's strong for what you pay, well constructed, and looks like good steel. Some say that it cuts like butter and is well worth the money.

"This knife is sleek, durable, sharp, lightweight, and like no other knife I have ever used...." Read more

"Cuts like butter. Well worth it." Read more

"...The steel is nice, but the handle has 8 rivets that stick up annoyingly, the handle is too short even for my small hands, and the balance is way off...." Read more

"...I like Henkles knives and have several. Good value for the money as I bought it on sale." Read more

83 customers mention "Size"69 positive14 negative

Customers like the size of the kitchen knife. They say it's the perfect fit for average hands, and fits exactly in their knife block. Some like the handle size and feel, saying it'll cut almost anything.

"...I like the smaller handle since my hands are small." Read more

"Very sharp and the 4 inch size is perfect for me for everyday tasks. I like Henkles knives and have several...." Read more

"...i liked the blade shape and size and that it runs the full length of the knife. it has a nice point and it is - sharp. be careful...." Read more

"...So far it's a good paring knife. Fits my hand, it's the perfect weight and it's very sharp." Read more

50 customers mention "Comfort"41 positive9 negative

Customers like the comfort of the kitchen knife. For example, they mention it feels good in the hand, has a comfortable, well-made handle, and that the wood has a better feel but the composite is more practical.

"...Feels good in the hand, well balanced paring knife." Read more

"...It feels very good in your hand and is a pleasure to use. I have wasted too much money on cheap discount store knives...." Read more

"...I like it a lot. Feels good and cuts well. I'm happy with it." Read more

"...It is very sharp out of the box (package), feels nice in the hand even though the handle is very thin, it is as thin as it looks in pictures...." Read more

48 customers mention "Performance"48 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the kitchen knife. They mention that it serves them very well, has a balanced line and effective point, and is sturdy. Some say that the handle was too small but it works great on this knife. Overall, most are happy with the quality and performance of this knife, which has been perfect for their job and has scored well in independent tests.

"...their knives are reasonably priced, good steel and scored very well in independent tests...." Read more

"...certainly recommend it to anyone else who is in the market for a good, useful, quality knife within this category." Read more

"...This length is much better and does the same job." Read more

"Great, sharp knife. Too soon to tell how long it holds its edge though. It looks like good steel." Read more

46 customers mention "Ease of holding"46 positive0 negative

Customers find the kitchen knife easy to hold. They mention it holds an edge well, maintains it easily, and grips the cutting board nicely. Some say it's well balanced in their hand and that it cuts through tomatoes and steaks.

"...The steel is nice, has a little flex to it, I think it will hold an edge reasonably well...." Read more

"...The perfect weight and a edge that needs little care very often. A few swipes with a steel and you're in business...." Read more

"Nice weight; holds an edge." Read more

"...Sharp! and keep that edge. A sharp knife is a safe knife!" Read more

41 customers mention "Weight"33 positive8 negative

Customers like the weight of the kitchen knife. They say it's light, maneuverable, and sharp. Some customers also mention that the blade is slightly longer, slimmer, and much sharper. Overall, most are satisfied with the weight and shape of the blade.

"This knife is sleek, durable, sharp, lightweight, and like no other knife I have ever used...." Read more

"...weighted 8" or10" knife like that, it is perfectly balanced & feels weightless. You can flute a mushroom with it as easily as with a 4" paring knife...." Read more

"...The perfect weight and a edge that needs little care very often. A few swipes with a steel and you're in business...." Read more

"...my fault but if your looking for a sharp knife look no further..nice weight and the handle reminds me of my moms old favorite pairing knife she had..." Read more

38 customers mention "Ease of use"38 positive0 negative

Customers find the kitchen knife easy to use. They appreciate the simple and classic design, which makes it easier to grasp. They also say it's very easy to maintain and a delight to use, with good quality.

"...I actually enjoy chopping things now because this knife is so easy to use and so sharp...." Read more

"...If you want a truly sharp and very easy to use knife, I highly recommend this Spanish one." Read more

"It stays sharp and easy to handle" Read more

"...still be the best knife they'll ever own & far better, sharper & easier to use than anything they can buy at any ordinary big-box store..." Read more

Good little knife, solid value, needs some tweaking
4 out of 5 stars
Good little knife, solid value, needs some tweaking
So I recently have bought 4 new knives, three lower end Henckles (NOT Zwilling Henckles which are the good German steel/ two figures in the logo— don’t compare the Henckles with one figure, those are Henckles and their low end models).This Spain made paring knife shown in the photo is also NOT the same as a Zwilling Henckles German made knife. The handle is much lighter, and the balance on the Spain and India made knives are a bit off and too light in the blade. This is more disappointing in the Classic paring knife as it was $27, which is still less than the Zwilling model/German made blade (about $45 usually) , so this is an actual mid grade knife bc the Spain made knife is German steel, just not the quality German steel. I am, however, satisfied with this Classic line knife. The steel is nice, has a little flex to it, I think it will hold an edge reasonably well. The handle is ok, could be rounded off on the edges some and a be bit larger, but it’s ok. The price is fair for the quality and this knife should last reasonably long, I’d say 15 yrs with moderate use and decent care at least. (Hand wash and dry, NEVER dishwasher, don’t leave it in the sink and sharpen as needed).Now, if you are in the market for just a knock about knife and don’t want to pay much/aren’t looking for especially great quality, the India/Solutions made knife is the way to go. Skip the China/Statement line Henckles unless you literally find one for $5 or less, are fine sharpening it frequently and don’t plan to keep it long. (My good Zwillings are going on 27 years now, and only a paring knife has needed to be replaced due to a tip snapping off, I need to return that to Henckles).Another brand that popped up in my searches was Hammer Stahls, which are tempting bc they are made with the same German steel as Wusthof Tridents (which doesn’t make them the same, but you’re in the ballpark). The HS’s LOOK well designed and made, and you will think they are a deal, but they aren’t. The steel is nice, but the handle has 8 rivets that stick up annoyingly, the handle is too short even for my small hands, and the balance is way off. Horrible, horrible design. Go with the Henckle Classics made in Spain instead. The steel isn’t quite as nice, but the handle build and feel will make up for it. If you must have the good German steel but don’t want to pay Henckle prices, go with the Scan Pan knives over the Hammer Stahls. Scan Pan makes amazing cookware, their knives are reasonably priced, good steel and scored very well in independent tests.TLDR- India made Henckles are a good value for the low price, if you want a little better quality go with the Spain made Classics. Avoid China made/Statement line Henckles at all costs unless you pay $5 or less and have zero appreciation/care for quality cutlery and will just abuse it.Check out Scan Pan knives for a huge steel upgrade, comfortable design, good build, and still reasonably priced. Avoid Hammer Stahl due to extremely poor machining and design/not comfy in the hand, definitely not for larger hands.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2024
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
This knife is sleek, durable, sharp, lightweight, and like no other knife I have ever used. I actually enjoy chopping things now because this knife is so easy to use and so sharp. It would make a great gift for the chef of your home or for someone who enjoys spending time in the kitchen and appreciates a great tool! Highly recommend!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2024
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
Cuts like butter. Well worth it.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2024
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
Very sharp and cuts smoothly and quickly. It will be great for cutting fruits vegetables and smaller pieces of meat. I like the smaller handle since my hands are small.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
I have been looking for a truly "razor" sharp knife for years. I have gone through many. Finally, I have found a truly razor sharp knife with this Henckels made in Spain. It is important it get the one made in Spain. I bought one made in India previously which was not as good. The website says this one is made in China (like almost everything I order), but Spain (with German steel) is written of the knife. If you want a truly sharp and very easy to use knife, I highly recommend this Spanish one.
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2024
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
This is the second one I've purchased. I use this style knife every day and needed a second one to use when the other was in the dishwasher.
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2023
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
So I recently have bought 4 new knives, three lower end Henckles (NOT Zwilling Henckles which are the good German steel/ two figures in the logo— don’t compare the Henckles with one figure, those are Henckles and their low end models).

This Spain made paring knife shown in the photo is also NOT the same as a Zwilling Henckles German made knife. The handle is much lighter, and the balance on the Spain and India made knives are a bit off and too light in the blade. This is more disappointing in the Classic paring knife as it was $27, which is still less than the Zwilling model/German made blade (about $45 usually) , so this is an actual mid grade knife bc the Spain made knife is German steel, just not the quality German steel. I am, however, satisfied with this Classic line knife. The steel is nice, has a little flex to it, I think it will hold an edge reasonably well. The handle is ok, could be rounded off on the edges some and a be bit larger, but it’s ok. The price is fair for the quality and this knife should last reasonably long, I’d say 15 yrs with moderate use and decent care at least. (Hand wash and dry, NEVER dishwasher, don’t leave it in the sink and sharpen as needed).

Now, if you are in the market for just a knock about knife and don’t want to pay much/aren’t looking for especially great quality, the India/Solutions made knife is the way to go. Skip the China/Statement line Henckles unless you literally find one for $5 or less, are fine sharpening it frequently and don’t plan to keep it long. (My good Zwillings are going on 27 years now, and only a paring knife has needed to be replaced due to a tip snapping off, I need to return that to Henckles).

Another brand that popped up in my searches was Hammer Stahls, which are tempting bc they are made with the same German steel as Wusthof Tridents (which doesn’t make them the same, but you’re in the ballpark). The HS’s LOOK well designed and made, and you will think they are a deal, but they aren’t. The steel is nice, but the handle has 8 rivets that stick up annoyingly, the handle is too short even for my small hands, and the balance is way off. Horrible, horrible design. Go with the Henckle Classics made in Spain instead. The steel isn’t quite as nice, but the handle build and feel will make up for it. If you must have the good German steel but don’t want to pay Henckle prices, go with the Scan Pan knives over the Hammer Stahls. Scan Pan makes amazing cookware, their knives are reasonably priced, good steel and scored very well in independent tests.

TLDR- India made Henckles are a good value for the low price, if you want a little better quality go with the Spain made Classics. Avoid China made/Statement line Henckles at all costs unless you pay $5 or less and have zero appreciation/care for quality cutlery and will just abuse it.

Check out Scan Pan knives for a huge steel upgrade, comfortable design, good build, and still reasonably priced. Avoid Hammer Stahl due to extremely poor machining and design/not comfy in the hand, definitely not for larger hands.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good little knife, solid value, needs some tweaking
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2023
So I recently have bought 4 new knives, three lower end Henckles (NOT Zwilling Henckles which are the good German steel/ two figures in the logo— don’t compare the Henckles with one figure, those are Henckles and their low end models).

This Spain made paring knife shown in the photo is also NOT the same as a Zwilling Henckles German made knife. The handle is much lighter, and the balance on the Spain and India made knives are a bit off and too light in the blade. This is more disappointing in the Classic paring knife as it was $27, which is still less than the Zwilling model/German made blade (about $45 usually) , so this is an actual mid grade knife bc the Spain made knife is German steel, just not the quality German steel. I am, however, satisfied with this Classic line knife. The steel is nice, has a little flex to it, I think it will hold an edge reasonably well. The handle is ok, could be rounded off on the edges some and a be bit larger, but it’s ok. The price is fair for the quality and this knife should last reasonably long, I’d say 15 yrs with moderate use and decent care at least. (Hand wash and dry, NEVER dishwasher, don’t leave it in the sink and sharpen as needed).

Now, if you are in the market for just a knock about knife and don’t want to pay much/aren’t looking for especially great quality, the India/Solutions made knife is the way to go. Skip the China/Statement line Henckles unless you literally find one for $5 or less, are fine sharpening it frequently and don’t plan to keep it long. (My good Zwillings are going on 27 years now, and only a paring knife has needed to be replaced due to a tip snapping off, I need to return that to Henckles).

Another brand that popped up in my searches was Hammer Stahls, which are tempting bc they are made with the same German steel as Wusthof Tridents (which doesn’t make them the same, but you’re in the ballpark). The HS’s LOOK well designed and made, and you will think they are a deal, but they aren’t. The steel is nice, but the handle has 8 rivets that stick up annoyingly, the handle is too short even for my small hands, and the balance is way off. Horrible, horrible design. Go with the Henckle Classics made in Spain instead. The steel isn’t quite as nice, but the handle build and feel will make up for it. If you must have the good German steel but don’t want to pay Henckle prices, go with the Scan Pan knives over the Hammer Stahls. Scan Pan makes amazing cookware, their knives are reasonably priced, good steel and scored very well in independent tests.

TLDR- India made Henckles are a good value for the low price, if you want a little better quality go with the Spain made Classics. Avoid China made/Statement line Henckles at all costs unless you pay $5 or less and have zero appreciation/care for quality cutlery and will just abuse it.

Check out Scan Pan knives for a huge steel upgrade, comfortable design, good build, and still reasonably priced. Avoid Hammer Stahl due to extremely poor machining and design/not comfy in the hand, definitely not for larger hands.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
A must for every kitchen, whether for new cooks or daily prep work. Feels good in the hand, well balanced paring knife.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2024
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
It stays sharp and easy to handle

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Cory
5.0 out of 5 stars superb paring knife
Reviewed in Canada on June 11, 2024
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
well built, will last for years
c. d.
5.0 out of 5 stars BEEN USING FOR 30 YRS BEST KNIFE EVER THIS 4 " SIZE I USE MOST ...
Reviewed in Canada on September 26, 2017
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
BEEN USING FOR 30 YRS BEST KNIFE EVER THIS 4 " SIZE I USE MOST OFTEN FOR EVER THING LIKE THE WEIGHT LOVE AND NEED THIS TYPE HANDLE AND HANDLE WEIGHT PERFECT THIS BEST CO BUT WATCH IT SOME OTHER NEW TYPE LOOKE THE SAME BUT WEIGHT TOO HEAVY HANDLE TOO WIDE THIS TYPE THIS ONE THE BEST MY FAVE CAN NOT GO WITHOUT
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Dennis Hertz
5.0 out of 5 stars Quite satisfied
Reviewed in Canada on April 26, 2020
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
I noticed when I got the knife it was a little different than the rest of my set, but it does the job.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great knife.
Reviewed in Canada on January 21, 2017
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
Great pearing knife. I would suggest not putting in the dishwasher as it wrecks the handle. This is our replacement knife. We had the first for 10 years and replaced with this the exact same product.
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Gregory E
4.0 out of 5 stars Got what I wanted.
Reviewed in Canada on January 23, 2024
Color: Stainless SteelSize: 4-inchStyle: ClassicPattern Name: KnifeVerified Purchase
Kitchen duties.