KitchenAid Paring Knife Gourmet Stainless 9 cm - Peeling Knife - with blade protector

Forget fumbling with an oversized chef's knife just to peel a shallot or slice a strawberry in half. The KitchenAid Paring Knife Gourmet 9cm is the compact, razor-sharp workhorse your kitchen has been quietly missing. Small in size, massive in precision - and it comes with a custom blade guard so you can store it safely without hunting around for a safe spot. This is the knife you reach for every single day without a second thought. Exactly how it should be.

Why This Paring Knife Becomes Your Kitchen's Best Friend

Every great dish starts with the small stuff: peeling a clove of garlic, deveining a shrimp, segmenting an orange, trimming green beans. These are the moments where a big knife feels clunky and awkward - and where a proper paring knife like this one genuinely shines. The KitchenAid Gourmet 9cm gives you total control right at your fingertips, so every prep step feels effortless and satisfying rather than frustrating.

• Compact and precise - The 9cm blade length is the sweet spot for detailed work: short enough to maneuver easily, long enough to handle most small prep tasks in one confident stroke.
• Stainless steel blade that stays sharp - The high-quality stainless steel (RVS) construction holds its edge beautifully, meaning clean, smooth cuts every time you pick it up.
• Ergonomic handle for real comfort - That sleek black handle isn't just good-looking; it's shaped to sit naturally in your hand, reducing fatigue during longer prep sessions.
• Dishwasher safe - yes, really - Throw it in the dishwasher after a busy evening and it comes out ready for tomorrow. No fussing, no special treatment required.
• Includes a custom blade guard - The included knife cover keeps the blade protected in your drawer and keeps your fingers protected when you reach in. Smart thinking, zero compromise.

Precision Where It Counts Most

There's something quietly satisfying about using exactly the right tool for the job. When you're peeling a mango, hulling strawberries, or cutting out the eye of a pineapple, the KitchenAid Gourmet paring knife gives you feedback and control that larger knives simply can't match. The 9cm stainless steel blade moves with you - not against you - so you follow the natural curves and contours of your ingredients with confidence. You're not hacking, you're guiding. And that makes every dish you prepare feel just a little more intentional.

The blade width of just 30mm keeps it nimble without sacrificing stability, and the total knife length of 241mm gives you a comfortable grip-to-blade ratio. At just 104 grams, this knife practically disappears in your hand - which is exactly what you want when you're doing fine, focused work at the cutting board.

Built to Last, Made to Be Used

KitchenAid's Gourmet range is all about delivering professional-level quality in tools designed for everyday home cooking. This paring knife is no exception. The stainless steel blade is built to resist corrosion and hold its sharpness through repeated use and washing cycles. The black and silver finish isn't just stylish - it's the result of thoughtful, durable construction that keeps this knife performing at its best year after year.

A 2-year guarantee backs up what the quality already tells you: this is a knife made to be used hard and loved for a long time. Buying something once and enjoying it for years is the very definition of smart kitchen investment. No need to replace cheap, bendy paring knives every season - this one is here to stay.

The custom-fit blade guard is a small detail that makes a big difference. Whether you store your knives loose in a drawer or in a dedicated block, that cover means the edge stays protected between uses - and so do your fingers when you're rummaging around looking for the can opener at 7pm on a Tuesday.

How to Get the Most From Your Paring Knife

This knife is built for close, detail-oriented prep work. Think peeling vegetables, trimming herbs, segmenting citrus, and slicing smaller fruits or cheeses. It works beautifully both on the cutting board and in-hand (for tasks like peeling an apple or shaping a radish rose if you're feeling fancy). Because it's dishwasher safe, cleanup is completely effortless - just rinse, rack, and done.

It also pairs brilliantly with a larger chef's knife or santoku in your kitchen rotation. Use your big knife for breaking down onions, squash, or chicken, and let this paring knife handle everything that requires a lighter, more delicate touch. The two together cover virtually every prep task you can think of.

💡 Tip: Keep the blade guard on whenever the knife is stored in a drawer. Not only does it protect the blade from nicking against other utensils (which dulls it faster than almost anything), it makes grabbing it safely a quick, one-handed move - even when your hands are already covered in garlic.

Specifications

• Collection: Gourmet
• Type: Paring Knife
• Material: Stainless Steel (RVS)
• Color: Black / Silver
• Blade Length: 90mm (9cm)
• Total Length: 241mm
• Blade Width: 30mm
• Weight: 104 grams
• Handle: Ergonomic design
• Dishwasher Safe: Yes
• Guarantee: 2 years

What's in the Box

• KitchenAid Paring Knife Gourmet 9cm
• Custom-fit blade guard / knife cover

The small knife with the big impact is right here. Whether you're prepping a weeknight dinner or plating something you're genuinely proud of, the KitchenAid Paring Knife Gourmet 9cm gives you the precision, comfort, and reliability to enjoy every step of the process. Add it to your kitchen - you'll wonder how you ever managed without it.