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Mercer Culinary

Mercer Culinary Millennia Clip Point Paring Knife 3.25 in

  • 3.25 inch clip point blade
  • One-piece high-carbon Japanese steel
  • Santoprene handle, textured finger points
  • Hand wash only, no dishwasher

Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A grippy, sharp little paring knife for garnish and detail work, built for busy kitchens. It needs hand washing and drying, and the description wrongly calls it a fillet knife.

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ASIN: B0D1DM8LFQCategory: Paring Knives

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Overview

A busy prep station or culinary school kit is where this Mercer paring knife belongs, with a clip point blade for small, detailed cuts. Textured finger points on the handle give a non-slip grip when hands are wet.

Easy edge upkeep and a secure grip make it a dependable detail knife for garnishes, shrimp and jalapenos. Hand washing is required, which takes discipline in a fast kitchen.

Who it's for

Cooks deveining shrimp, trimming beans or making garnishes get a precise tip and sure grip. Those who will not hand wash and dry their knives should choose a dishwasher-safe model.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Clip point for detail work
  • Non-slip textured handle
  • High-carbon steel sharpens easily
  • Compact for small tasks
Cons
  • Hand wash only
  • No sheath included
  • Description mislabels it as a fillet knife

Performance notes

High-carbon steel takes a fine edge and is easy to bring back with a hone, but it needs drying to avoid spotting. The clip point puts a narrow tip where detailed cuts happen. Textured finger points hold the hand in place when wet.

Specifications

BrandMercer Culinary
Dimensions & fit
BladeLength3.25 inches
Item Length16.5 inches
Construction & materials
Blade Material TypeHigh-carbon Japanese steel, one piece
ColorBlack
Handle MaterialSantoprene
Other details
Blade EdgePlain, clip point

Frequently asked questions

Is the Mercer Millennia paring knife a fillet knife?

No. The description mentions an 8-Inch Narrow Fillet, but the bullets and specs describe a 3.25 inch clip point paring knife.

Can the Mercer Millennia paring knife go in the dishwasher?

No. Mercer says to wash by hand with warm water and mild soap, then dry completely.

What is the Mercer Millennia paring knife used for?

Small slicing and detailed cutting, like garnishes, seeding jalapenos, deveining shrimp and trimming beans.