Dexter Russell P40843 3-1/4 Inch Stain-free High-carbon Knife Black Polypropylene Handle

Dexter Russell  |  MFG #: P40843  |  Item #: 30575  |  UPC #: 92187314360
  • Footprint & configuration supports compact setups
  • Capacity & throughput optimize high-volume prep
  • Core performance specs ensure long-lasting sharpness
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The Dexter Russell P40843 Basics® (31436) Paring Knife, a precision-cutting tool designed for commercial kitchens, features a 3-1/4" high-carbon stainless steel blade known for its stain-free properties and durability. Integral to professional food preparation, this paring knife offers exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance. Its black polypropylene handle ensures a secure grip, facilitating precise peeling, trimming, and detailed work in high-volume foodservice environments. The compact blade length and ergonomic design make it ideal for intricate tasks requiring control and finesse, making it suitable for restaurant prep stations, catering operations, and institutional kitchens.

The Dexter Russell P40843 Basics® paring knife combines high-carbon stain-free steel with an ergonomic handle to deliver reliable performance in fine food prep. Its 3-1/4" blade supports detailed slicing and peeling, while the durable material minimizes corrosion and maintains sharpness. Designed for easy maintenance, the polypropylene handle withstands frequent cleaning, and the blade’s precision edge ensures consistent cuts. This knife integrates seamlessly into high-turnover commercial workflows, providing precision, durability, and ease of use for skilled culinary professionals in various foodservice settings.

Suitable for professional food prep requiring precision and durability

The Dexter Russell P40843 paring knife features a 3-1/4" high-carbon stainless steel blade with a black polypropylene handle, providing a corrosion-resistant, stain-free cutting edge. The blade measures 3 inches in length with a height of 0.08 inches, and the entire tool weighs only 0.06 lbs, making it lightweight for prolonged use. Its construction adheres to food safety standards, and the handle's ergonomic design ensures a secure grip during precision tasks. Designed for professional kitchens, this knife is easy to clean with routine hand washing, with no special maintenance required. It fits seamlessly into cutlery setups for small prep stations, ensuring efficient workflow with minimal downtime.

A commercial paring knife is a small, precise blade designed for intricate food preparation tasks such as peeling, trimming, and detailed carving. Crafted from high-carbon stainless steel, these knives are optimized for durability and corrosion resistance, making them essential tools in professional kitchens, restaurant prep stations, and catering environments. The Dexter Russell P40843 Basics® paring knife features a 3-1/4" blade suited for fine cuts and detailed work, installed in high-volume settings like busy restaurant kitchens or culinary schools where precision and reliability are paramount for efficient workflow and quality control.

Designed for moderate workflow environments, the Dexter Russell P40843 paring knife offers superior craftsmanship, a corrosion-resistant blade, and ergonomic handling, making it ideal for restaurant prep and catering operations. Built for precision and durability, this commercial kitchen equipment supports detailed food processing tasks efficiently and reliably.

Designed with premium high-carbon stainless steel and a user-centric handle, the Dexter Russell P40843 paring knife delivers consistent, precise cuts with long-lasting edge retention. Its stain-free blade and ergonomic design set it apart from standard knives, improving sanitation, ease of maintenance, and overall workflow in demanding foodservice environments. Its lightweight and compact form factor reduces fatigue during repetitive tasks, making it a reliable asset for professional kitchens seeking efficiency and quality.

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The Dexter Russell P40843 Basics® (31436) Paring Knife, a precision-cutting tool designed for commercial kitchens, features a 3-1/4" high-carbon stainless steel blade known for its stain-free properties and durability. Integral to professional food preparation, this paring knife offers exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance. Its black polypropylene handle ensures a secure grip, facilitating precise peeling, trimming, and detailed work in high-volume foodservice environments. The compact blade length and ergonomic design make it ideal for intricate tasks requiring control and finesse, making it suitable for restaurant prep stations, catering operations, and institutional kitchens.

Top Dexter Russell P40843 Basics® (31436) Features

The Dexter Russell P40843 Basics® paring knife combines high-carbon stain-free steel with an ergonomic handle to deliver reliable performance in fine food prep. Its 3-1/4" blade supports detailed slicing and peeling, while the durable material minimizes corrosion and maintains sharpness. Designed for easy maintenance, the polypropylene handle withstands frequent cleaning, and the blade’s precision edge ensures consistent cuts. This knife integrates seamlessly into high-turnover commercial workflows, providing precision, durability, and ease of use for skilled culinary professionals in various foodservice settings.

  • Precisely cuts and peels in high-volume kitchens
  • Blade made of tough high-carbon steel resists staining
  • Ergonomic polypropylene handle simplifies cleaning and sanitation
  • Ideal for detailed prep work in busy restaurant environments
  • Compact 3-1/4" blade enhances control in intricate tasks

Suitable for professional food prep requiring precision and durability

Dexter Russell P40843 Technical Specs

The Dexter Russell P40843 paring knife features a 3-1/4" high-carbon stainless steel blade with a black polypropylene handle, providing a corrosion-resistant, stain-free cutting edge. The blade measures 3 inches in length with a height of 0.08 inches, and the entire tool weighs only 0.06 lbs, making it lightweight for prolonged use. Its construction adheres to food safety standards, and the handle's ergonomic design ensures a secure grip during precision tasks. Designed for professional kitchens, this knife is easy to clean with routine hand washing, with no special maintenance required. It fits seamlessly into cutlery setups for small prep stations, ensuring efficient workflow with minimal downtime.

  • Material: High-carbon stainless steel blade with polypropylene handle
  • Blade Length: 3-1/4 inches
  • Weight: 0.06 lbs
  • Dimensions: 7.5" (length) x 5.5" (depth) x 0.08" (height)
  • Construction: Stamped style for consistent, reliable performance
  • Maintenance: Hand wash recommended for longevity
  • Food Safety: Food-grade materials ensure sanitation compliance

What is a commercial paring knife?

A commercial paring knife is a small, precise blade designed for intricate food preparation tasks such as peeling, trimming, and detailed carving. Crafted from high-carbon stainless steel, these knives are optimized for durability and corrosion resistance, making them essential tools in professional kitchens, restaurant prep stations, and catering environments. The Dexter Russell P40843 Basics® paring knife features a 3-1/4" blade suited for fine cuts and detailed work, installed in high-volume settings like busy restaurant kitchens or culinary schools where precision and reliability are paramount for efficient workflow and quality control.

Top Paring Knives for Foodservice Settings

Designed for moderate workflow environments, the Dexter Russell P40843 paring knife offers superior craftsmanship, a corrosion-resistant blade, and ergonomic handling, making it ideal for restaurant prep and catering operations. Built for precision and durability, this commercial kitchen equipment supports detailed food processing tasks efficiently and reliably.

  • Operation Type — suitable for small to medium commercial kitchens
  • Kitchen Type — ideal for compact food prep spaces
  • Foodservice Category — appropriate for restaurant, catering, and institutional use
  • Workload Qualifier — supports moderate throughput in daily operations
  • Use Case — essential for peeling, trimming, and detailed carving in professional settings

Why Choose Dexter Russell P40843?

Designed with premium high-carbon stainless steel and a user-centric handle, the Dexter Russell P40843 paring knife delivers consistent, precise cuts with long-lasting edge retention. Its stain-free blade and ergonomic design set it apart from standard knives, improving sanitation, ease of maintenance, and overall workflow in demanding foodservice environments. Its lightweight and compact form factor reduces fatigue during repetitive tasks, making it a reliable asset for professional kitchens seeking efficiency and quality.

  • Compact footprint for tight workspaces
  • Self-contained, corrosion-resistant construction
  • High-carbon steel maintains sharpness longer than competitors
  • Ergonomic handle enhances grip and control during detailed tasks
  • Easy to clean, reducing sanitation time in busy kitchens

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Dexter Russell P40843 Basics® (31436) Paring Knife 3-1/4" Stain-free
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Dexter Russell P40843 3-1/4 Inch Stain-free High-carbon Knife Black Polypropylene Handle

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