Misen paring knife with blue handle and stainless steel blade

3.5" Paring Knife (AUS-10) - Final Sale

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Sale price  $22.00 Regular price  $44.00
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Misen paring knife with blue handle and stainless steel blade
Final Sale

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3.5" Paring Knife (AUS-10) - Final Sale

Sale price  $22.00 Regular price  $44.00

Our smallest knife for precision prep. Perfect for peeling, trimming, and handheld cuts like hulling strawberries or slicing a peach.

FINAL SALE — Cannot combine with other discounts. No returns or exchanges. Items marked as Final Sale are ineligible for refunds after the order has shipped. For more information on our return policy, please visit our Help Hub.

Color: Blue
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Lifetime Warranty Against Defects

Features
  • AUS-10 Japanese steel for exceptional sharpness and edge retention
  • Compact blade for precision prep and handheld cutting
  • Ergonomic sloped bolster for a natural, comfortable grip
  • Durable POM handle for strength, comfort, and hygiene
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AUS-10 Steel

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All Chop Styles

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Rockwell 58±2

Use & Care
  • Hand wash
  • Dry immediately after use
  • Sharpen every 4–6 months
  • Visit our Help Hub for more on how to use and care for this knife.

Let Us Handle the Sharpening

Specifications

Blade Length: 3.5 in. / 89 mm
Total Length: 7.75 in. / 191 mm
Steel: AICHI AUS-10 (Japan)
HRC: 58±2
Grind & Edge: 50/50 Symmetrical, 15° per side
Handle Material: Polyoxymethylene
Country of Production: PRC

Warranty

All Misen products come with a lifetime warranty against defects. Misen will replace any defective products. Learn more about our warranty policy here and what's covered.

Pair it with

An Ode to Japanese Steel

Higher-carbon steel for a longer lasting edge.

Japanese AUS-10 steel has higher carbon than German steel, so you can sharpen less often and cut more easily.

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Misen chef's knife with blue G10 handle held in pinch grip

Get a Grip

Bolsters that help you hold'em right.

The curved heel guides your fingers into a comfortable pinch grip and away from the blade, making every cut safer.

Questions?

How long will this knife stay sharp?

It really depends on how often you use the knife, and what items you’re cutting. When tested in the rigors of a professional kitchen, the Misen knife outperformed brands that cost 30-50% more. However, no knife — including Misen’s — will stay sharp forever. When the blade starts to dull, we’ll have our expert sharpeners bring it back to its original glory for you, starting at $11/knife.

Does this knife require special care?

Misen high-end knives are extremely easy to care for. Avoid the dishwasher, wash and dry after use, and you’ll never have an issue with your knife.

What are your blades made from?

We craft our Chef’s Knife with premium Japanese AUS-10 high-carbon stainless steel for two main reasons. First, it’s a steel that offers an excellent balance between toughness, durability, and razor sharpness. Second, it has 2x the carbon content of some other “premium” brands, which helps the edge stay noticeably sharper for a longer time.

How can your knife be as good as other high-end knives if it costs so much less?

Most knives cost so much because of traditional retail markups and other fees. You’d be shocked to know how little many well-known “premium” knives actually cost to make. By partnering closely with our factories and selling directly to you online, we’re able to offer an incredible knife at wholesale pricing with absolutely zero markups. Better materials, lower price.

Does it make sense to buy one knife, and not a set?

The single most important tool in your kitchen is the chef’s knife — it’s the workhorse you reach for most often. Investing in one great knife now will change your cooking for life. We actually designed our chef’s knife to replace entire knife sets; with a 15º blade angle and hybrid Japanese/German design, this knife can do 99% of your kitchen cutting.

But if you’re interested in a set, we offer 3- and 5-piece sets including our other knives — including Paring, Serrated, Santoku, and Utility — in addition to the Chef’s Knife.

How does your warranty and trial work?

We’re 100% confident you’ll love your Misen knife. Confident enough to give you a 60-day in-home trial. If for any reason you’re not satisfied, just send it back for a full refund. All Misen knives come with a lifetime warranty against defects. We will replace any defective knives.

Customer Reviews

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  • YVONNE S.
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    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts sharp, easy-to-use, good balance, comfortable handle, well-priced
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 minutes ago
    A new paring knife!!

    Handy,multi use

  • Monte S.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 minutes ago
    AUS-10 Paring Knives

    Sharp and comfortable to use. All that one needs in a paring knife. I’m glad I ordered them.

  • Elizabeth V. G.
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    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts sharp, easy-to-use, sleek design, premium materials, comfortable handle
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9 hours ago
    love it

    i already have one but want more so bought two again

  • Kory W.
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    3.5 inch Paring Knife - AUS-10 - Final Sale
    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts sharp, good balance, comfortable handle, premium materials, nice weight
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Really, really sharp

    Good knife. Good weight. Good balance. Cuts through everything like butter.

  • Donald O.
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    3.5 inch Paring Knife - AUS-10 - Final Sale
    I recommend this product
    Product Standouts easy-to-use
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    5 days ago
    Knife 2

    Needed a new one, added this to the order only due to the sale. Seems quite nice, but let’s be honest,it’s a paring knife, nothing fancy or complicated. Just needs to be sharp.

Why the 3.5" AUS‑10 Paring Knife Is Essential for Precision Prep

At just 3.5 inches, the Misen Paring Knife is built for the detail work that a chef's knife can't quite reach — peeling apples, hulling strawberries, trimming fat, or slicing a ripe peach in hand. The blade is crafted from AUS-10 Japanese steel, the same high-grade alloy used across Misen's knife lineup, delivering a fine, lasting edge that handles delicate tasks without tearing or bruising.

For everyday prep, this knife pairs naturally with a larger blade. The 2-Piece Knife Set bundles the paring knife with an 8" Chef's Knife, giving you the two most-reached-for blades in one purchase. All Misen knives carry a lifetime warranty against defects.