KitchenAid Classic Paring Knife with Blade Cover 3.5 Inch
- 3.5 inch blade, paring size, not a chef's knife
- 420J2 Japanese stainless steel, hardened and tempered
- Forged construction, plain edge
- 70 g with an eastern-style handle
- Custom-fit blade cover included
- Top rack dishwasher safe, hand wash advised
Updated 24 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A tidy small knife for peeling, coring and snack slicing, with a tempered steel edge and a grippy handle. Despite its chef's knife listing, it is a paring knife and will not handle large board work.
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ASIN: B08ZQSLDX1Category: Paring Knives
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Overview
Home cooks who want a steel paring knife for fruit and snacks get a blade of semi-polished Japanese stainless, hardened and tempered for a lasting edge. The eastern-style handle has a textured finish and a chrome endcap, and a custom-fit cover guards the blade between uses.
Control is the reason to choose it: the short blade and textured eastern-style handle put the edge close to the fingers for detail cuts. Its size is also its limit, since dicing onions or carving a roast calls for a longer blade.
Who it's for
Suited to the cutting board next to the fruit bowl, where hulling berries and slicing apples happen daily. Anyone shopping for a chef's knife to break down vegetables in bulk needs a longer blade.
Pros and cons
- Tempered Japanese stainless steel blade
- Textured handle for a secure grip
- Custom-fit blade cover included
- Dishwasher safe on top rack
- Too short for chef's knife tasks
- Hand washing advised for longevity
- Warranty terms not listed
Performance notes
Edge life depends on the steel's heat treatment and on care; this blade is hardened and tempered, and drying it right after washing protects the finish. The short length gives fine control for in-hand cuts, while the textured handle limits slipping when hands are wet.
Specifications
| Brand | KitchenAid |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 3.5 inches |
| Size | 3.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.15 pounds |
| Item Length | 3.5 inches |
| Item weight | 0.16 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | 420J2 Japanese Steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Blade Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Paring Knife |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Item Type Name | Paring Knife |
| Manufacture Year | 2024 |
| Asin | B08ZQSLDX1 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #16,633 In Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 In Kitchen & Dining) #219 In Paring Knives #350 In Chef's Knives |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '68', 'stars': '4.3'} |
| Manufacturer | Lifetime Brands Inc. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | KE35ASEOHOBA |
| Model Number | KE35ASEOHOBA |
| Upc | 045908132781 |
Frequently asked questions
Does the KitchenAid KE35ASEOHOBA need any setup before use?
No assembly is involved. It arrives as one paring knife with a custom-fit blade cover; slide the cover off to cut and back on for drawer storage.
Is the KitchenAid KE35ASEOHOBA a chef's knife?
No. Although it is listed under chef's knives, the specs name it a paring knife with a short blade for small prep.
Why does KitchenAid recommend hand washing if the knife is dishwasher safe?
KitchenAid says hand washing extends the life of the cutlery and asks that the knife be dried immediately. No further reason is given.
What is the endcap on the KitchenAid Classic handle for?
The listing describes a chrome endcap as an accent on the textured handle; no other function is stated.