Mercer Culinary M26010 3-1/2 Inch Blade 3-1/2 Inch Handle Paring Knife Wood Handle High Carbon Stainless Steel with Brass Rivets

The Mercer Culinary M26010 Praxis® Paring Knife 3-1/2" Stamped is a professional-grade kitchen tool designed for precision and durability in food preparation. Featuring a high carbon Japanese stainless steel blade, this paring knife offers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance. Its stamped construction ensures a lightweight yet resilient design, ideal for intricate peeling, trimming, and detailed work in commercial kitchens demanding consistent performance and ease of handling. The 3-1/2-inch spear point blade provides fine control for precise cuts, making it suitable for culinary professionals and high-volume foodservice operations focused on meticulous fruit and vegetable prep.

Top Mercer Culinary M26010 Praxis® Paring Knife 3-1/2" Stamped Features

This paring knife combines a high-quality Japanese stainless steel blade with a seasoned rosewood handle, engineered for durability and comfort during prolonged use. Its stamped, one-piece design delivers a lightweight profile that enhances maneuverability, reducing hand fatigue in intensive prep environments. The blade's 3-1/2-inch length facilitates detailed work on fruits and vegetables, accommodating precise cuts in fast-paced commercial kitchens. Its resistente construction and ergonomic handle support consistent workflow, making it an essential tool for professional chefs and prep stations requiring reliable, high-performance cutlery.

• Blade Length: 3-1/2 inches for precision tasks
• Material: High carbon Japanese stainless steel for edge retention
• Construction: Stamped, one-piece design for lightweight durability
• Handle: Rosewood with dual brass rivets for secure grip
• Use Case: Ideal for detailed peeling, trimming, and prep tasks in commercial kitchens

Suitable for professional culinary environments requiring precision paring and fruit preparation.

Mercer Culinary M26010 Praxis® Paring Knife 3-1/2" Stamped Technical Specs

This precision paring knife features a high carbon stainless steel blade measuring 3 inches in length, supported by a rosewood handle reinforced with two brass rivets to ensure longevity and stability. The stamped construction provides a lightweight profile suitable for repetitive tasks typical in high-volume foodservice operations. Its blade is designed for sharpness and edge durability, capable of handling fine slicing, peeling, and detailed trimming. The handle’s ergonomic shape promotes a secure grip, reducing fatigue during extended use, while the overall weight remains at approximately 0.17 lbs for manageable maneuverability. This model operates without any electrical requirements, emphasizing manual precision in commercial kitchen workflows. The blade surface is compatible with standard cleaning routines, including hand washing, and the materials used meet food safety standards.

• Blade Material: High carbon stainless steel for sharpness and corrosion resistance
• Handle Material: Rosewood with brass rivets for durability and aesthetics
• Dimensions: Blade length of 3 inches; overall weight 0.17 lbs
• Construction: Stamped, single-piece for lightweight and strength
• Usage Compatibility: Suitable for manual prep work in busy kitchens requiring detailed cuts
• Cleaning: Hand wash recommended, surface compatible with standard cleaning routines

What is a commercial paring knife

A commercial paring knife is a hand-held kitchen tool designed for detailed food preparation tasks such as peeling, trimming, and precise slicing. Typically lightweight and compact, it features a sharp, high-quality blade ideal for intricate work in professional culinary settings. The Mercer Culinary M26010 Praxis® Paring Knife with its 3-1/2-inch blade and high carbon Japanese stainless steel offers excellent edge retention and ease of manipulation. It is commonly used in cafes, restaurants, and fine dining establishments for small-scale prep work, ensuring accuracy and control with every cut. Perfect for tasks that demand finesse, this paring knife enhances efficiency in high-volume kitchens focused on presentation and consistency.

Top commercial paring knives for fruit and vegetable prep in high-volume kitchens

This high-quality paring knife provides a robust yet lightweight tool designed for precise food prep in busy restaurant environments. Mercer Culinary M26010 Praxis® offers exceptional control and durability, making it suitable for task-specific duties like peeling and trimming in commercial kitchen workflows. Its quality construction and ergonomic design make it ideal for medium workload operations focused on detailed prep tasks in professional foodservice settings.

• Operation type — suited for high-volume restaurant prep stations
• Kitchen setting — ideal for compact commercial kitchens
• Foodservice category — excellent for produce and garnishing tasks
• Workload qualifier — optimized for moderate throughput
• Use case — precise peeling and trimming in busy kitchens

Why Choose Mercer Culinary M26010 Praxis® Paring Knife 3-1/2" Stamped?

This paring knife stands out from competitors through its combination of high-quality Japanese stainless steel blade with a durable, lightweight stamped design, and a traditional rosewood handle. Its precise construction ensures superior edge retention and balance, promoting efficiency and safety in commercial food prep. Unlike many standard paring knives, it offers lasting sharpness, corrosion resistance, and ergonomic comfort, all in a compact profile that enhances detailed cutting tasks without fatigue. The knife's robust build and functional design support high-volume culinary operations with consistent, restaurant-ready performance, making it a reliable tool for professional kitchens demanding quality and longevity.

• Self-contained construction reduces maintenance requirements
• Lightweight stamped design improves maneuverability in busy kitchens
• High carbon stainless steel blade for enduring sharpness and corrosion resistance
• Traditional rosewood handle offers ergonomic grip and aesthetic appeal
• Ideal for detailed prep work in diverse commercial kitchen environments