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WÜSTHOF CLASSIC 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife on a white background

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Wüsthof CLASSIC 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife

$95.00

Part number: 1040103208

  • 3-inch blade
  • Flat cutting edge
  • Thin blade profile
  • Forged construction
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WÜSTHOF CLASSIC 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife

Forged 3-inch paring knife with a completely flat cutting edge, made in Solingen, Germany

The WÜSTHOF CLASSIC 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife gives you close control for slicing, trimming, and preparing small ingredients on the cutting board. Its thin blade has a completely flat edge, creating more board contact than a curved paring knife for precise cuts through garlic, herbs, berries, and small vegetables.

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Wüsthof CLASSIC 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife

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Why Order from Design & Grace

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Wüsthof CLASSIC 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife

Full Contact with the Cutting Board

The 3-inch blade is compact enough for detailed work while remaining practical for small cutting-board tasks. Its flat edge meets the board along its full cutting length, supporting controlled downward cuts and short forward slicing motions.

This blade shape is particularly useful when a curved edge would leave part of the ingredient uncut. It handles garlic cloves, strawberries, herbs, shallots, and small vegetables with direct, precise contact.

Wüsthof CLASSIC 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife - Full Contact with the Cutting Board

Wüsthof CLASSIC 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife

A Paring Knife Made for Board Work

Traditional paring knives often taper to a pointed tip and work well in the hand. This flat-cut version is designed for the board, where its straight edge creates consistent contact and helps complete small cuts without rocking the blade.

What stands out

Signature Features

3-inch blade

A compact length for trimming, slicing, and detailed preparation.

Flat cutting edge

Provides greater contact with the cutting board for precise, complete cuts.

Thin blade profile

Moves easily through small fruit, vegetables, garlic, and herbs.

Forged construction

Made using WÜSTHOF's forged production method for strength and balanced handling.

Black CLASSIC handle

The familiar riveted handle provides a secure grip and coordinates with the wider CLASSIC collection.

Made in Solingen, Germany

Manufactured by WÜSTHOF in its historic German knife-making center.

Best for

The Right Knife for the Job

  • Cutting

    Makes precise downward and forward cuts through small ingredients.

  • Fruit

    Slices strawberries, grapes, citrus segments, and other small fruit.

  • Herbs

    Cuts garlic, shallots, and small quantities of herbs cleanly against the board.

  • Vegetables

    Trims and slices small vegetables with close control.

Product details

Specifications

Product Type
Flat-cut paring knife
Series
WÜSTHOF CLASSIC
Blade Length
3 in
Edge Type
Plain
Blade Shape
Flat cutting edge
Production Method
Forged
Handle Color
Black
Primary Use
Small cutting-board tasks
Country of Origin
Germany

From Our Founder

"The flat edge is what makes this knife useful. It meets the board cleanly from heel to tip, so small ingredients cut all the way through without needing a rocking motion."

Tony Boulton, Founder, Design & Grace

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Use & Care
Hand wash and towel-dry immediately.
Do not leave the knife soaking in the sink.
Avoid abrasive sponges.
Avoid metal, glass, bamboo, and other very hard surfaces.
Store safely using a knife block, blade guard, drawer insert, or magnetic storage system.
Hone regularly to maintain the cutting edge.
Sharpen as needed using a suitable whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held sharpener.
Warranty Information

WÜSTHOF provides a limited lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship under normal household use. Normal wear, misuse and commercial use are not covered. Contact Design & Grace if you need help with a warranty claim.

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Questions answered

Frequently asked questions

What is a flat-cut paring knife best used for?

The CLASSIC Flat Cut Paring Knife is especially useful for cutting garlic, shallots, herbs, berries, and small vegetables on a cutting board. Its straight edge provides consistent contact with the board for precise downward cuts.

How does the Flat Cut Paring Knife differ from the regular CLASSIC Paring Knife?

The Flat Cut version has a completely straight cutting edge designed for small cutting-board tasks. The regular CLASSIC Paring Knife has a more conventional pointed profile suited to peeling, trimming, and detailed work both in hand and on the board.

Why choose a flat cutting edge instead of a curved blade?

A flat edge makes direct contact with the cutting board along its length, helping complete small cuts without rocking the knife. This is particularly useful when mincing herbs, cutting garlic, and preparing small vegetables.

Can I use this knife for peeling fruit?

It can handle some small trimming and peeling tasks, but its flat edge is primarily designed for cutting-board work. A conventional paring knife or bird's-beak peeling knife is usually better suited to peeling rounded fruit and vegetables.