MAD SHARK German Steel Paring Knife 3.5 Inch
- BladeLength: 3.5 inches
- Size: 3.5 inches
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Blade Material Type: High Carbon Stainless Steel
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A well reviewed small paring knife whose main personality trait, repeated by nearly every reviewer, is that it arrives genuinely sharp.
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ASIN: B0D6TS73LQModel: DJG021Category: Paring Knives
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Overview
A 3.5 inch German stainless steel paring knife from MAD Shark, ice hardened past 58 HRC for an edge that stays sharp through everyday peeling, trimming and produce prep. Ergonomic handle sized for smaller hands.
The category label lines up with the product here, this is a genuine paring knife rather than a mislabeled accessory. It is made from molybdenum vanadium steel through an ice quenching process the maker rates past 58 hardness. The gift framing on the listing is packaging language, the knife itself is a compact daily use blade.
- 3.5 inch German stainless steel blade, ice hardened past 58 HRC
- Ergonomic 2.0 handle designed to reduce hand fatigue
- Dishwasher safe, corrosion and stain resistant
- Sized for precision peeling and trimming, not heavy chopping
Who it's for
Home cooks who want a dedicated small blade for peeling fruit and trimming vegetables, or anyone replacing a dull paring knife from a starter set. Not a fit for someone who needs a full size chef knife or heavy chopping duty.
Pros and cons
- Consistently described as very sharp out of the box
- Comfortable grip even for smaller hands
- Dishwasher safe for easy cleanup
- Plain stainless handle rather than a bone or wood look
Performance notes
German molybdenum vanadium steel hardened past 58 HRC is meant to hold an edge through repeated produce prep without frequent resharpening. The 3.5 inch blade suits precision tasks like peeling and hulling rather than heavy chopping. The ergonomic 2.0 handle design targets reduced hand fatigue on longer prep sessions.
Specifications
| Brand | MAD Shark |
|---|---|
| Model | DJG021 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 3.5 inches |
| Size | 3.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.49 poundshigher than 95% of 57 paring knives |
| Item Length | 9.9 incheshigher than 85% of 90 paring knives |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Construction Type | Single-Piece, Precision-Ground |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Sliver |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Paring Knife |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Number of Items | 1 |
Closest rivals on specs
KitchenAid Classic 2-Piece Paring Knife Set- Item Length 9.9 vs 8.9 inches (+11%)
Henckels Modernist Paring Knife 3.5 in- Item Length 9.9 vs 8.46 inches (+17%)
Henckels Graphite Paring Knife 3.5 in- Item Length 9.9 vs 8.46 inches (+17%)
Frequently asked questions
What size is the MAD Shark DJG021 paring knife?
It has a 3.5 inch blade, sized for peeling, trimming and other precision cutting rather than large produce or protein.
Is the MAD Shark paring knife dishwasher safe?
Yes, the listing describes it as dishwasher safe and resistant to corrosion and staining.