The Arc Cardinal FN181 Paring Knife with a 3-1/2-inch high carbon steel blade is a professional-grade kitchen tool designed for precise and detailed culinary tasks. This entry in the Knife and Paring category features a forged construction for enhanced durability and balance. Its MoV steel blade provides excellent edge retention, ensuring long-lasting sharpness. The handle, made from 18/10 stainless steel, offers superior corrosion resistance and a comfortable grip, making it suitable for high-demand commercial foodservice environments. The FN181 is optimized for intricate peeling, trimming, and garnishing, addressing the needs of skilled kitchen staff and delicate ingredient preparation, with precise technical specifications supporting efficient workflow integration.
Top Arc Cardinal FN181 Features
The Arc Cardinal FN181 paring knife combines a high-carbon MoV steel blade with a forged stainless steel handle, ideal for fine detail work in professional kitchens. Its sharp 3-1/2" blade ensures precise cuts, while the forged handle provides durability and ease of sanitation. Suitable for meticulous food prep, its ergonomic design promotes comfort during extended use. The knife’s technical build supports clean, controlled cuts in restaurant or catering operations, making it an essential tool for specialty tasks.
- High-carbon MoV steel blade: Ensures superior edge durability and precision
- Forged stainless steel handle: Offers strength, corrosion resistance, and sanitation ease
- 3-1/2" blade length: Facilitates detailed peeling and trimming tasks
- Balanced construction: Promotes control during intricate food preparation
- Designed for commercial kitchens: Supports consistent performance in high-volume settings
Perfect for precision food prep in professional culinary operations
FN181 Technical Specs
The Arc Cardinal FN181 paring knife features a forged 3-1/2" high carbon steel blade crafted for durability and sharpness, complemented by an 18/10 stainless steel handle that provides corrosion resistance and ease of cleaning. Weighing 4.26 lbs, it boasts a balanced design suitable for rigorous daily use in commercial kitchens. Its construction promotes hygienic maintenance, with a straightforward disassembly for thorough sanitation. The handle’s stainless steel finish resists discoloration and corrosion, while the blade’s high carbon steel material withstands repeated sharpening to maintain cutting precision. The model is shipped FOB from Totowa, NJ, ready in a case pack of six, with typically quick shipping times of 1-2 days.
- Blade Length: 3-1/2 inches
- Blade Material: High Carbon Steel
- Handle Material: 18/10 stainless steel
- Weight: 4.26 lbs per unit
- Construction: Forged for strength and durability
- Color: Stainless steel finish
- Temperature Resistance: Suitable for typical kitchen conditions
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Dishwasher safe, disassembly for sanitation
- Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
- Refrigeration Type: Not applicable
- Production Capacity: Not applicable
- Usage Environment: Designed for high-precision tasks in pro kitchens
- Storage: Suitable for knife racks or drawers
- Installation & Maintenance: Requires minimal routine cleaning for longevity
What is a commercial paring knife?
A commercial paring knife is a small, precise cutting tool used in professional kitchens for intricate food preparation tasks. The Arc Cardinal FN181 paring knife features a 3-1/2-inch high-carbon steel spear point blade, ideal for peeling, trimming, and detailed garnishing. Installed in high-volume foodservice settings such as restaurants, catering, or institutional kitchens, it supports careful ingredient manipulation in tasks requiring finesse, offering robust performance with a forged stainless steel handle for durability and hygiene. This tool is best suited for precise, repetitive cuts in moderate to high workload environments.
Top professional paring knives for high-volume foodservice settings
Built with forged craftsmanship, the Arc Cardinal FN181 paring knife offers precise control and durability ideal for mid-volume kitchen tasks. Designed for detailed food prep, its high-carbon steel blade withstands repeated sharpening, supporting consistent performance in restaurant and catering operations. The stainless steel handle enhances sanitation and longevity, making it well-suited for commercial foodservice environments.
- Operation Type — Daily professional food preparation
- Kitchen Type — Commercial kitchens with moderate throughput
- Foodservice Category — Restaurant and catering use
- Workload Qualifier — Medium-duty cutting tasks
- Use Case — Precise peeling and trimming
Why Choose Arc Cardinal FN181
Why choose the Arc Cardinal FN181 paring knife over similar tools is its forged construction, ensuring long-term durability, and a high-carbon steel blade for superior edge retention. Its stainless steel handle provides excellent sanitation, and the 3-1/2" blade size is optimized for accuracy in intricate cutting tasks. This model’s robust build supports busy professional kitchens focused on precision and efficiency, enabling optimal workflow performance.
- Compact footprint: Fits comfortably in busy kitchen workstations
- Forged steel handle: Extra durability and sanitation benefits
- High Carbon MoV steel blade: Maintains sharpness through rigorous use
- Hygienic stainless steel finish: Easy to clean and corrosion-resistant
- Commercial kitchen equipment: Restaurant-ready with reliable high-performance
