The steelport 4” Paring Knife is designed for a high level of maneuverability and application. A paring knife is an essential tool and the second most frequently used knife in the kitchen after a chef knife. The smallest knife in the steelport lineup, our team designed the 4” Paring Knife to perfectly complement the steelport 8″ and 6″ Chef Knife, using the same materials, handcrafted methods and rigorous attention to detail. It’s a perfect choice for any “Minimalist” who enjoys a tool that can multitask. Its unique shape and size allows the 4” Paring Knife to perform many functions of a petty or utility knife as well, from preparing smaller produce like shallots and garlic, to light precision butchering tasks such as processing small game birds and trimming fat.