No this is not a plug for Ron Popeil and his famous
Chop-O-Matic
of television legend, that entertained us in the '50s. But I have to say that this little
Kuhn Rikon 4-Inch Nonstick Colori Paring Knife
will live up to most of your slicing and dicing needs. It's a handy addition to any kitchen, and is a true kitchen bargain.
Purchased my first one of these a few years ago as an impulse buy, as it had been recommended by a friend who knew what she was doing in the kitchen, and had bought one herself for light general kitchen slicing. I never expected it to last for the price, but it did, and it's become a favorite even though I have other kitchen knives that cost far more.
These knives are very sharp, and are probably the best paring knives that I've had. They're designed in Switzerland by Kuhn Rikon, and have Japanese carbon steel blades, which are excellent for being sharp and staying that way. If you're so inclined you can use the green for vegetables, the red for meats and such, and the yellow for fruits. My first one, over two years old, shows very little wear on the non-stick color coating, and foods release from the blade easily.
For those of us who store out casual kitchenware in drawers, the plastic sheaths protect the blades and keep them sharp. And according to Kuhn Rikon, "putting your knives in the dishwasher is safe, but washing them by hand will extend the life of your knives over time."
But no matter who makes a knife or how well they may be treated, all knives are will need sharpening at some point. From personal experience, the
Kuhn Rikon Mini-Pro Knife Sharpener
handles that task very well, and it sharpens German and Japanese steel blades as well as nonstick coated blades. Just don't use it on serrated or ceramic blades.
In short, these Kuhn Rikon Colori Paring Knives are a good 5-star product, and an excellent value for the money. But let me close with the famous words from those infomercials for the Chop-O-Matic hand food processor from the '50s. "Ladies and gentlemen, I'm going to show you the greatest kitchen appliance ever made... All your onions chopped to perfection without shedding a single tear."
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This item: Kuhn Rikon Straight Paring Knife with Safety Sheath, 4 inch/10.16 cm Blade, Red
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From the manufacturer
About KUHN RIKON
KUHN RIKON has been enthusing the world of cooking since 1926 with innovative products for all that is involved in the preparation, serving and enjoyment of food. The Swiss family firm with its headquarters in Rikon has subsidiaries in Great Britain, Spain and the USA.
An unmistakable Swissness also distinguishes the outstanding design of Kuhn Rikon products. The company has been running its own in-house design department since 2004.
KUHN RIKON Colori Paring Knife, Red
Bright, fun colors packed into powerful, 4-Inch paring knives! These knives are perfect for just about any task; from slicing cheese for sandwiches, peeling apples for a snack or chopping vegetables for a salad.
- Nonstick Japanese stainless steel blade means a super-sharp edge and long-lasting performance.
- Nonstick coating ensures foods will release from the blade, making each cut easier and neater.
- Safety sheaths helps keep sharp and protects the user when the knife is stored.
- Blade length: 4-Inches.
- Weight: 0.25-lb.
- Dishwasher safe, hand washing is recommended.
- Warning: Not for children – the blade is very sharp. Improper use may result in injury.
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Ready for all Your Kitchen Prep TasksSuper sharp Japanese Stainless Steel blade keeps its super-sharp edge longer for lasting performance. |
Versatile and Fun to UseColori Paring knives make a great addition to your food prep arsenal. Versatile and amazing for everyday use! |
Non-stick CoatingThe non-stick coating makes food release from the blade for easy and neat cuts. |
An Indispensable ToolColori Paring knives are a great addition to your kitchen knife arsenal and look great with other Kuhn Rikon Colori Collection knives! |
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| Description | Set of three, 4-Inch paring knives in three colors: blue, red and yellow. | Chef's knife with 6-Inch blade and protective sheath. | Set of three, 4-Inch paring knives in a fun polka dot pattern: purple, orange and pink. | Small and handy Japense-style knife with a 5-inch blade and protective cover. | Our 7-Inch Bread Knife Colori is ultra sharp in so many ways – quality, performance, color, and Swiss design. |
| Great For | Everyday tasks and the protective sheath lets you take these knives on the go! | Awesome multi-purpose knife for mincing, slicing and chopping. | Everyday tasks and the protective sheath lets you take these knives on the go! | What it does best: slicing, dicing and mincing a variety of foods from vegetables, fruits and meats. | Bread Knife is ultra sharp for slicing bread and more difficult veggies like tomatoes! |
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| Price | $17.49 | $12.17 | $11.74 | $20.62 | $9.99 | -7% $13.95 List: $15.00 |
| Delivery | Get it Jul 29 - 31 | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 |
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| Sold By | For Your Kitchen | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | vituer | Amazon.com |
| number of pieces | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 |
| blade edge | Plain, Serrated | Plain | Plain | Plain | Plain | Serrated |
| blade material | Carbon | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| blade length | 4 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | 3.7 inches | 4 inches |
| blade color | — | Red | Green | Silver | Silver | Red |
| handle material | Plastic | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Plastic Handle,Stainless Steel,Steel | Stainless Steel |
| construction type | Forged | Forged | Forged | Forged | Forged | — |
| dishwasher safe | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Paint/coating is wearing off - blade still going strong
After reading the reviews, and looking for worthy replacements for Wustofs and Victorinox, I decided to buy 3 of these in red. By far and large, the blades are the best reason to buy these knives. I bought these specifically to use to cut food for my almost 2 year old daughter, both at home and while eating out (instead of scissors) and do part-time peel/prep work in the kitchen.Pros:1) Has a colored sheath and handle - easy to spot and won't get lost when using at restaurants.2) Non-stick coating works extremely well.3) Sheath is great for protection when tossed into diaper bag.4) Handle is light-weight - not a negative.Cons:1) The coating/paint has started to rub off after about 2 months of steady (almost daily rotation through 3 knives). I use both the dishwasher and handwash to clean the knives. The wear appears at the top of the blade's sharpened portion. (Will post a pic)My main concern is with the paint/coating coming off. Either via trace amounts or inadvertant flecks, I wouldn't want anyone to ingest. I wish (I checked) that Kuhn would come out with an unpainted/uncoated blade. I can't knock the quality of the blade, so I will still give it 3 stars.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2012
Size: 4 inch/10.16 cm BladeColor: RedVerified Purchase
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