Perfect for Paring, Slicing and Seeding A good paring knife is essential for any cook, and this version from Rada delivers. Made to fit nicely in your hand, it's the ideal weight for easily paring, slicing and seeding fruits and vegetables. Discover this all-time favorite from Rada, who has been crafting quality knives in the USA since 1948! Its size makes it an all-around wonderful knife. Perfect for deveining shrimp and venting pie dough too. Hand-sharpened, surgical-grade T420 high-carbon stainless steel for a razor-sharp edge. Hollow ground to achieve and maintain a sharp edge that lasts. Handle has a built-in finger guard to protect fingers while cutting. Black resin handle. Handwashing recommended. Blade Length: 3-1/4". Overall Length: 6-3/4". All Rada Cutlery products are 100% made in the USA!. More About Rada Meticulously crafted one at a time, using a dozen or more steps, Rada knives are hand-sharpened and made from surgical-grade high-carbon stainless steel, so blades stay sharp! Every Rada product is 100% made in the USA, from raw materials all the way through construction. For Best Care As with all fine cutlery, hand wash and dry immediately. Hand washing helps protect the blades' cutting edge and helps protect your knives from corrosion. While Rada's black handle knives and utensils are more dishwasher tolerant than the silver aluminum handles, hand washing is still recommended.