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Henckels Classic Christopher Kimball Edition Paring Knife 4 in

  • 4 inch paring knife, plain edge
  • Fully forged, seamless blade to handle transition
  • Triple riveted handle
  • 2.88 ounces
  • Lifetime warranty
  • Stainless steel blade, 12.25 inches overall

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A small forged paring knife for peeling, trimming blemishes and slicing garlic, with a lifetime warranty. Edge angle and hardness are not listed.

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ASIN: B0758Z22MTCategory: Paring Knives

Colors Available

SilverStainless Steel

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Overview

A cutting board covered with apples, garlic and blemished produce is where this Henckels International Classic paring knife works, a small fine edge blade from the Christopher Kimball Edition line.

Reason to buy is forged construction in a small knife, with a smooth handle transition that favors balance. The limitation is a thin technical sheet, since hardness, angle and bolster details are not stated.

Who it's for

Home cooks who handle detailed tasks like coring, peeling and garlic will use the compact blade. People who need one knife for most jobs should look at a longer blade.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Fully forged construction
  • Triple riveted handle
  • Fine edge blade
  • Light weight for detail work
Cons
  • Hardness and edge angle not listed
  • Too small for chopping
  • Sold as a single knife

Performance notes

A fine edge on a short forged blade gives control at the point for peeling and blemish removal. The seamless forged transition from blade to handle shifts balance toward the grip, and the rivets hold the handle fast. Edge life depends on steel hardness, which is not listed.

Specifications

BrandHenckels
Dimensions & fit
BladeLength4 incheshigher than 75% of 100 paring knives
Item Length12.25 incheshigher than 95% of 76 paring knives
Item weight2.88 ounces
Construction & materials
Blade Material TypeStainless steel (Zwilling Carbon No Stain Steel)
Construction TypeForged
ColorStainless steel
Handle MaterialStainless steel, triple riveted
Warranty & support
WarrantyLifetime
Other details
Blade EdgePlain

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Henckels Classic Kimball paring knife a chef knife?

No. It is a small paring and utility size blade made for detailed tasks such as peeling apples and slicing garlic.

Is the Henckels Classic Kimball paring knife forged?

Yes. The description calls the construction fully forged with a seamless transition from blade to handle.

What steel is the Henckels Classic Kimball paring knife made from?

The spec sheet lists Zwilling Carbon No Stain Steel. Hardness is not given.

Does the Henckels Classic Kimball paring knife have a warranty?

The spec sheet lists a lifetime warranty. Terms are not described.