Wusthof Classic Ikon shaving/paring knife 9 cm blade — Wusthof 710473

The Wusthof Classic Ikon 9 cm paring (skinning) knife is a compact kitchen tool engineered for precise peeling, trimming and detailed prep work. With a 9 cm blade and balanced Classic Ikon handle, this paring knife is intended for tasks that require control and accuracy such as removing peel, trimming fat, coring small fruits and producing fine garnishes. The design combines a slim, sharp blade with an ergonomic handle to support repeated use in home and professional kitchens.

Advantages

The short, rigid blade provides excellent control for close, accurate cuts while the high-quality edge retention reduces the need for frequent sharpening. The Classic Ikon handle offers ergonomic grip and balance to minimize hand fatigue during extended prep. The compact size improves maneuverability for detailed work and the slim profile enables clean peeling and precise trimming.

Suitable for

• Peeling and trimming fruits and vegetables
• Precision tasks such as deveining, coring and creating garnishes
• Removing seeds, cutting small produce and detailed paring work
• Everyday kitchen prep in home and professional settings

Key specifications

• Blade length: 9 cm
• Blade type: short, straight paring blade suitable for skinning and trimming
• Blade material: stainless steel optimized for sharpness and edge retention
• Handle: ergonomic full-tang Classic Ikon style handle for balance and comfort
• Finish: smooth polished blade surface for easy cleaning and food release

How to use

Hold the knife with a comfortable grip on the Classic Ikon handle and position the blade tip toward the area to be trimmed. Use short, controlled strokes to peel or pare away unwanted skin, membrane or seeds; for small produce, rotate the item against the blade rather than overextending the wrist. The compact blade is best for tasks that require visibility and fine movement rather than large slicing motions. After use, rinse and dry the knife promptly to maintain blade condition; follow proper sharpening intervals based on frequency of use.

Usage recommendations

For safe and long-lasting performance, keep the blade regularly honed, avoid cutting on very hard surfaces such as ceramics or glass, and store the knife in a block, magnetic strip or protective sheath. Use the Wusthof Classic Ikon paring knife for detailed prep rather than heavy chopping to preserve edge geometry and ensure consistent precision.