Cuisinart 3.5" Paring Knife — Triple-Rivet Parer
Product description
Constructed from high-carbon stainless steel, this 3.5-inch paring knife is part of Cuisinart’s classic forged triple-rivet line. The blade is tapered-ground to form a fine, precise edge intended for detailed work such as peeling fruit, trimming vegetables, segmenting citrus, and small slicing jobs.
The knife features a forged, extra-wide safety bolster that improves stability and offers a finger-rest for better control during close work. It has a full-tang blade secured by stainless steel rivets to an ergonomically shaped handle for a balanced feel in the hand. The set that this model belongs to is available both as open-stock pieces and in a 15-piece block configuration.
Each parer ships with a protective blade guard to cover the edge between uses and storage. The blade material and construction are designed for everyday kitchen use; routine honing and periodic sharpening will keep the edge performing. The line is supported by the manufacturer’s lifetime warranty.
Pros
- Sharp high-carbon stainless blade for precise tasks
- Full-tang design with stainless rivets for durability
- Forged safety bolster adds stability and control
Cons
- Edge may need frequent honing with heavy use
- Factory edge can arrive less than perfectly sharp
- Basic styling rather than premium aesthetics
VerdictA dependable, workmanlike 3.5" paring knife that delivers precise results for everyday small tasks. The high-carbon stainless blade and full-tang, triple-rivet construction give it solid balance and durability. It’s not a couture kitchen piece, but its forged bolster, secure handle, and included blade guard make it a sensible choice for home cooks who want reliable cutting performance without fuss
Reviews
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Bunnyf 5/5
Pleasant in the hand
Comfortable grip and good balance. Substantial without being heavy, and it arrived sharp. I hand-wash it but it also survived a dishwasher cycle.
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G-F-V 5/5
Remarkably sharp for the value
Impressed by the edge after a quick steel. Used it to clean game and it performed very well. Strong recommendation for a versatile parer.
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Ana Paula 5/5
Delighted
I loved it — such a lovely little knife!
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Shel 5/5
Sturdy everyday cutter
A robust working knife that keeps a useful edge and is easy to re-sharpen. The handle remains comfortable during repeated use.
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DifferentMe 5/5
Easy choice — buy one
Great everyday paring knife. I bought a second after a year of use. Full metal tang with a bolster for safe finger placement. Not brittle, sharpens easily and stays useful for fruits and light meat work.
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thislittlelight 5/5
Solid and reliably sharp
I wanted a short, dependable parer and this one delivered. It handles fruit and small veg cleanly, tackles cube-sized cuts of meat and cheese, and feels durable. Not flashy, but very useful.
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Noagenda 5/5
Well-made paring knife
Sharp, solid construction and easy to handle. The blade guard is handy for storage. Overall a dependable little tool.
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COG 4/5
Good build but arrived blunt
The knife feels solid and well-made, however my unit was not sharp out of the box. I was able to sharpen it myself, so not a deal-breaker.
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Pascal Salerno 5/5
Very sharp — watch your fingers
Excellent quality and extremely sharp; I nicked myself the first time I handled it after washing. Good performance overall.
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FTG… 5/5
Excellent little knife
An excellent, well-made paring knife.
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Judy L. 5/5
Fine for basement or garden use
I keep this cheaper knife where I process lots of tomatoes. The stainless blade doesn’t hold a mirror edge like premium steels, so expect to sharpen more often, but it works well and comes with a sheath to protect the blade.
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John 5/5
Sharp with proper care
Performs exactly as needed for small tasks. Hand-wash to preserve the edge longer; detergents in dishwashers can dull blades faster than heat does.
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T.Van 5/5
Close to a high-end parer
I was hunting for a match to my favorite Japanese parer and this one came close. Not serrated, but very sharp and inexpensive. Time will tell how it re-sharpens, but so far I’m pleased.
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