Paring Knives

The Hygiplas Pro paring knife is a short-bladed prep knife designed for close-work vegetable tasks in professional kitchens — peeling, trimming, shaping, and removing blemishes from produce. It is a straightforward, well-made tool that does exactly what a paring knife should, without unnecessary weight or bulk.

In a busy prep environment, the compact blade length gives cooks precise control over detailed cuts where a longer blade would be unwieldy. The handle is constructed from polypropylene and thermoplastic rubber, which provides a secure grip even when hands are wet — a practical consideration during sustained prep sessions. The ergonomic shape also helps reduce hand fatigue during repetitive tasks.

The brown colour coding on the handle identifies this knife for use in vegetable preparation areas, which is consistent with widely adopted HACCP colour-coding systems. This makes it straightforward to integrate into kitchens that operate designated knife sets by food type or allergen risk zone.

• Brown colour-coded handle for vegetable prep zone identification
• PP and TPR handle construction for a reliable wet-grip
• Short blade suited to intricate peeling and trimming work
• Lightweight design that reduces fatigue during repetitive prep tasks
• Compatible with standard HACCP colour-coded knife programmes

This knife is well suited to any professional kitchen running a colour-coded system — restaurants, catering operations, schools, hospitals, and contract catering sites. For kitchens requiring a full matched set across all food groups, the Hygiplas Pro range covers additional colour options to complete a compliant programme.

If you are setting up a colour-coded knife system from scratch or want to confirm the right combination of blades for your prep workflow, the team is happy to help.

The MAC Chef Series H30 is a two-piece knife set comprising the HB-85 Gyuto (215mm) and the HB-55 Paring knife (135mm). Both knives are manufactured in Japan, with significant elements of the production process carried out by hand by skilled craftsmen — a distinction that is reflected in the consistency of the edge geometry and the overall feel of the finished blade.

The Gyuto is MAC's interpretation of a Western chef's knife, though the blade profile and steel properties are distinctly Japanese in character. It handles the majority of prep work competently — breaking down proteins, slicing vegetables, and general mise en place — with a thinner blade grind than most European equivalents, which reduces drag and makes sustained prep work less fatiguing. The Paring knife complements it well for detailed work: turning vegetables, trimming, portioning smaller cuts, and any task where a full-length blade would be impractical.

In a professional kitchen context, these knives are well suited to chefs who value a responsive, precise blade over a heavy-duty workhorse. The Japanese steel takes and holds a keen edge, though it does require a degree of care — these are not knives to be put through a commercial dishwasher or left to soak. Hand washing and prompt drying is essential to protect the edge and the handle.

This set is a practical starting point for a chef building a quality knife kit, or a reliable option for operations equipping kitchen staff where consistent, capable tools matter. MAC produce knives across a range of profiles and series, so if your prep requirements lean more heavily in one direction — or if you need a fuller set — it is worth discussing what combination would serve your kitchen best before committing.

The Victorinox Swiss Classic paring knife is a straightforward, reliable small knife designed for the detailed prep work that larger knives cannot handle comfortably. With a straight edge and pointed tip, it suits peeling, trimming, coring, and close garnish work across a wide range of ingredients. This listing covers a pack of two knives, which makes practical sense in a busy kitchen where a spare or a second workstation is in regular use.

Victorinox blades are well regarded in professional kitchens for holding an edge consistently under daily use. The lightweight construction reduces hand fatigue during extended prep shifts, and the polypropylene handle provides a secure grip even when working with wet or slippery produce. The dishwasher-safe design means turnaround between tasks is straightforward, with no special care requirements beyond standard kitchen hygiene practice.

The green handle makes this knife a practical choice for kitchens operating a colour-coded system, where green is conventionally assigned to salad, fruit, and vegetable prep. Key practical points worth noting:

• Green handle aligns with standard colour-coding conventions for fruit and vegetable prep
• Dishwasher-safe for straightforward cleaning and hygiene compliance
• Lightweight build reduces fatigue during extended prep sessions
• Two knives per pack provides a working spare or covers multiple prep stations
• Straight pointed blade suited to peeling, trimming, coring, and detail work

These knives are well suited to any commercial kitchen running a structured colour-coded prep system — from contract catering and school kitchens to hotel banqueting and restaurant prep areas. They are an everyday working tool rather than a specialist knife, and the twin-pack format reflects that. If your kitchen requires knives for heavier or more varied cutting tasks, it is worth considering a broader knife set alongside these.

If you are kitting out a prep kitchen or reviewing your colour-coded knife provision, the team is happy to talk through what works well in practice.

The Victorinox Swiss Classic paring knife is a compact, general-purpose prep knife designed for the kind of close, controlled work that a chef's knife cannot comfortably handle. The pointed tip and straight edge make it well suited to peeling, trimming, coring, and fine detail work — tasks that come up constantly during mise en place across most kitchen environments.

In practice, this is the knife that spends the most time in a prep cook's hand. The blade is light and agile enough for repetitive peeling without causing fatigue during a long prep shift, and the handle geometry gives reasonable control even when working with wet hands. It is a workhorse rather than a precision tool — reliable and consistent rather than exceptional in any single area.

The green handle colour makes this knife straightforward to integrate into a colour-coded food safety system, particularly for operations preparing salads, fruits, or vegetables. Practical advantages for busy kitchens include:

• Colour-coded green handle supports allergen and cross-contamination management
• Dishwasher-safe construction reduces turnaround time between services
• Lightweight build reduces hand fatigue during extended prep
• Polypropylene handle maintains grip in wet conditions
• Swiss stainless steel blade holds a workable edge through regular commercial use

Worth noting: like all knives in this range, it will need regular sharpening in a busy kitchen environment and is not intended to replace a heavier utility or boning knife for more demanding tasks. Victorinox offers paring knives across several handle lengths and tip profiles if your prep requirements call for something different.

If you are equipping a full section or selecting knives around a colour-coded system, the team is happy to talk through what works best for your operation.

The Victorinox Swiss Classic paring knife is a short-bladed prep knife designed for precise, controlled work — peeling, trimming, coring, and fine detail cuts that a larger knife cannot do comfortably. The straight edge and pointed tip give the blade versatility across a range of light prep tasks, and the 10cm blade length keeps it agile in the hand without sacrificing reach.

In a busy kitchen environment, paring knives take a considerable amount of daily use. The Swiss Classic range is well regarded among professional kitchens for holding a reliable edge through consistent service without demanding constant attention. The stainless steel blade is straightforward to resharpen when needed, and the polypropylene handle remains firm and comfortable even with wet hands — an important consideration when prep work is continuous.

The green handle makes this knife a practical choice where colour-coded food preparation is in place. Green is conventionally associated with salads, fruit, and vegetables, helping kitchen teams maintain separation protocols without relying on labelling alone. It is also dishwasher safe, which keeps turnaround between tasks simple.

• Green handle supports colour-coded food safety protocols
• Pointed tip suited to coring, detail work, and fine trimming
• Dishwasher-safe construction simplifies cleaning between prep stages
• Lightweight and well-balanced for extended prep sessions
• Proven Victorinox build, widely used in professional kitchens

This knife is well suited to any kitchen where structured food prep and allergen or cross-contamination controls are in place. It works equally well as a general-issue prep knife or as part of a broader colour-coded knife set. If you are equipping a full kitchen brigade or building out a colour-coded system from scratch, it is worth speaking with us to make sure you are covering the right categories.

The Victorinox Swiss Classic paring knife is a dependable everyday prep knife used across professional kitchens worldwide. This listing provides two knives in a single pack — a practical arrangement for busy sections where having a spare to hand avoids unnecessary interruption to prep. The straight-edged, pointed blade is suited to close-detail work: peeling, trimming, coring, and precise cuts where a larger chef's knife would be unwieldy.

In a working kitchen, paring knives take a considerable amount of daily use. The Swiss Classic range holds its edge well under regular service conditions, and the polypropylene handle provides a firm, comfortable grip whether the knife is dry or wet — an important factor during extended prep shifts. The lightweight construction reduces hand fatigue across longer sessions without compromising control.

From a hygiene and maintenance standpoint, the dishwasher-safe build makes turnaround straightforward at the end of service, and the non-absorbent handle material meets expectations for commercial kitchen compliance.

• Clean, agile blade suited to peeling, trimming and garnish work
• Comfortable handle grip maintained during wet or extended use
• Dishwasher-safe for quick, compliant cleaning between tasks
• Lightweight build reduces hand fatigue during long prep sessions
• Twin-pack format keeps a reliable spare accessible on the section

These knives are a practical choice for any section that handles volume prep — from hotel kitchens and contract catering operations to smaller independents where reliability and low maintenance matter. For operations requiring knives across a full brigade, it is worth considering multi-pack or full range options to standardise across the team.

If you are equipping a new section or putting together a prep kit and want to talk through what works well in practice, the team is happy to help.

The Deglon Sabatier paring knife is a short-bladed prep knife designed for close-control tasks: peeling, trimming, shaping, and detail work that a larger chef's knife isn't suited to. With a 7.6cm stainless steel blade and a black thermoplastic handle, it sits comfortably in the hand during repetitive prep work across a full service shift.

In a busy kitchen environment, paring knives take a lot of daily use — passed between sections, dropped, put through the dishwasher repeatedly. This knife is built to handle that routine without the blade discolouring or the handle deteriorating. The thermoplastic handle resists moisture and holds up well under commercial washing conditions.

• Dishwasher safe — suitable for commercial kitchen wash cycles
• Stainless steel blade resists corrosion and discolouration
• Lightweight at 40g, reducing hand fatigue during extended prep
• Short blade length gives precise control for detail work
• Black handle aids visibility and is easy to maintain

There are no electrical, gas, or installation requirements to consider here. The main practical point is handle colour coding — if your kitchen operates a colour-coded knife system for allergen or cross-contamination control, check whether this knife fits within your existing scheme before ordering multiples.

This knife is well suited to any professional kitchen needing a reliable everyday paring knife for general prep. It sits at the practical end of the range — straightforward and durable rather than a premium hand-finished blade. Kitchens requiring specialist filleting, turning, or boning knives will find more appropriate profiles elsewhere in the catalogue.

If you're kitting out a full prep section or want to discuss knife sets alongside other smallwares, the team is happy to help you put together the right selection.

The Kai Shun Classic paring knife is a short-bladed precision knife designed for detailed hand work — peeling, trimming, segmenting, and any prep task where a larger chef's knife would be unwieldy. Kai's Shun Classic range is built around a Damascus-clad blade with a hardened core steel, giving a blade edge that holds sharpness well under regular professional use.

In a kitchen environment, a reliable paring knife is used constantly — it's often the knife that sees the most varied work across a shift. The Shun Classic handles that demand well. The blade takes and retains a fine edge, which makes repetitive detailed work less fatiguing and more accurate. The D-shaped handle is designed to sit naturally in the hand during controlled cuts, where grip and feedback matter more than leverage.

A few points worth considering before purchasing:

• The hardened blade steel performs best when honed regularly and sharpened on compatible whetstones — standard pull-through sharpeners are not recommended for this type of blade.
• Hand washing is strongly advised to preserve both the blade and handle over time.
• The D-shaped handle is contoured for right-handed use by default — left-handed versions are available in the Shun range.

This knife is well suited to chefs who carry their own knives and want a paring knife that performs consistently over years of use. It is a considered purchase rather than a budget option, and suits those who already understand how to maintain a high-quality edge.

If you're building out a knife kit or unsure which Shun model suits your style of work, we're happy to talk it through.