Victorinox Swiss Classic Serrated Paring Knife 4 Inch
- BladeLength: 4 inches
- Size: 4 inches
- Blade Edge: Serrated
- Blade Material Type: Stainless Steel
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A well made small serrated paring knife for soft produce and detail work, backed by a lifetime warranty that adds real weight to a fairly small purchase.
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ASIN: B005LRYEJUCategory: Paring Knives
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Overview
A 4 inch serrated paring knife with a spear point blade and a contoured Fibrox-style handle, made in Switzerland. The serration is built for soft-skinned produce like tomatoes and kiwis that a straight edge tends to squash rather than slice.
Victorinox backs this with a lifetime warranty against defects and a manufacturing history in Switzerland dating to 1884, which is a more concrete claim than most paring knife listings offer. The short blade trades cutting length for control, which suits garnishing, peeling and small precision cuts over larger chopping jobs. Because the edge is serrated rather than straight, it favors gripping into skin over the cleanest possible flat slice.
- 4 inch spear point blade
- Serrated edge for soft skinned produce
- Fibrox-inspired contoured handle
- Lifetime warranty, made in Switzerland
Who it's for
Cooks who want a small, precise knife for garnishing, peeling and cutting soft-skinned fruit and vegetables without squashing them. Less suited to anyone who wants a straight edge blade for very clean, flat slices or for larger cutting tasks.
Pros and cons
- Serrated edge grips soft skinned fruit without squashing it
- Short blade gives precise control for detail work
- Contoured handle stays secure even when wet
- Backed by a lifetime warranty against defects
- Serration isn't ideal for clean, straight edge slicing
- 4 inch blade is too small for bigger tasks
Performance notes
The serrated edge catches into thin, slippery skins instead of sliding off them the way a straight edge can on a ripe tomato, which is why it slices rather than squashes soft produce. The short blade length keeps the tip close to the hand, giving more control for detail cuts like garnishing than a longer blade would. The Fibrox-inspired handle is contoured specifically to stay gripped in a wet hand during kitchen prep.
Specifications
| Brand | Victorinox |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 4 incheshigher than 72% of 90 paring knives |
| Size | 4 incheshigher than 69% of 59 paring knives |
| Item Weight | 0.06 poundslower than 86% of 57 paring knives |
| Item Length | 1 inchlower than 100% of 90 paring knives |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Construction Type | Stamped |
| Handle Material | Fibrox |
| Color | Red |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 1 Knife |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Serrated |
| Number of Items | 1 |
Closest rivals on specs
Henckels Solution Paring Knife 4 Inch- Item Length 1 vs 4 inches (-75%)
- Item Weight 0.06 vs 0.18 pounds (-67%)
Arcos Nova Paring Knife Set 3 Piece- BladeLength 4 vs 3.5 inches (+14%)
- Item Length 1 vs 4 inches (-75%)
- Item Weight 0.06 vs 0.17 pounds (-65%)
WÜSTHOF Classic Demi Bolster Paring Knife 3.5 in- BladeLength 4 vs 3.5 inches (+14%)
- Item Length 1 vs 3.5 inches (-71%)
- Item Weight 0.06 vs 0.05 pounds (+20%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the Victorinox Swiss Classic paring knife best used for?
Garnishing, mincing, peeling and slicing, with the serrated edge aimed at soft-skinned fruit and vegetables like tomatoes.
Where is this knife made?
Switzerland, per the listing, continuing Victorinox manufacturing since 1884.
Does it come with a warranty?
Yes, a lifetime warranty against defects in material and workmanship.