The Best Paring Knives for Precise Kitchen Jobs

Equipment expert Adam Ried shows host Julia Collin Davison his top pick for paring knives.

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[joeverna]

I enjoy watching the equipment reviews. I have purchased several of their recommendations and was always happy. Thank you for your dedication.

[hotsauce]

I bought the Victorinox 8" chefs knife based on your recommendation and it is now my favorite knife. Razor sharp and holds its edge better than my folded steel Japanese knives. Strongly recommend it for the price! Excellent bargain.

[kaffepojke]

I love all of the equipment review, and frequently purchase your recommendations. Have you ever thought about reviewing and showcasing the large equipment you use in your kitchen (ie: stoves, ranges, ovens, etc) ? I recognize some of the nametags that I see, but would love to have your thought process as I am in the design stage for a new kitchen.

Thanks !

[kiltymacbagpipe]

I bought one of those based on the cooks illustrated recommendation and it was a great purchase.

[ninjacouch]

Literally the best knife reviews on youtube. Cheers. Victorinox is the goat apparently.

[janedoe]

I enjoy watching the “Equipment Review Episodes” to see whether or not I have the winning equipment/appliances. I do very well with all of the small electrical appliances such as my KitchenAid Stand Mixer... I’ve only purchase “All Clad” by the piece not by the “Sets”. I have never found a “Set” that included everything that I needed/wanted. Also, the majority of the Sets offered had pieces I wound hardly or never use. Lastly, there are some pots/pans that I need doubles of. That’s why you should always buy it by the piece, everyone is an individual with individual needs.

I own several Paring Knifes... “4” Zwilling J.A.Henckels’ Pro”, 3” ZWILLING J.A. Henckels’ Holm Oak Pro Knives. (I own the Set)
I usually buy knives by the piece like I do with my pots and pans, unless there is an incredible sale.

I wish they would’ve talked about what was the runner-up instead of the other two worse knives.

[AmandaLander]

I trust your recommendations! I just ordered the Victorinox 8” pro chefs knife for a Christmas gift for my husband along with a cutting board. I will be adding this too! Thank you!

[michaelprozonic]

My favorite paring knife is a 5” Zwilling-Henckels. I like the longer narrow blade because it can flex and it comes to a very tiny point. . It was very sharp from hilt to tip when i got it and I keep it that way. It is almost like a filet knife. Besides, I use a peeler to peel fruit because it works better with less waste and is safer and faster. I also have a counter mount peeler for doing large quantities of apples

[robertP]

I’ve ordered the chef’s knife and boning knives and love them. Just ordered the paring knife.

[roygbiv]

It’s been 15 years and I still use my Mercer paring knife that was part of my knife kit in culinary school. I even use it to break down chicken.

[erinjames]

I would love to see a review of the small lunch cookers. Itaki, Roadpro, Kobwa, Crock Pot, etc.

[frantheman]

Love this comercial of victorinox blades 🥰

[hollym]

Love the equipment test reviews. Thanks

[nathanhallisey]

Woo hoo, I bought the winning knife a few months ago.

[rayschoch]

I bought five (5) of these, and don't regret spending the money – they're probably my most-used kitchen tool.

[makeaton]

How did it change from your old recommendation of the Wustoff classic? It was your highest rated knife for years.

[semco]

I have a knife made by Old Timer which I use as a carving knife and it is great at doing that job. The knife is easy to sharpen also and I have a knife sharpener from Chef's Choice which I learned about from the TV show: America's Test Kitchen which I watch regularly on PBS.

[chris]

Hello America's Test Kitchen YouTube person, There are two versions of this on Amazon, one is the regular "Straight" version, the other is the "Large Handle" version.

Is the "Large Handle" version the one you recommend, or the regular one?

[philipvanvaerenbergh]

Victorinox is solid. If you don't like the plasticy handle though, go for Rada (for metal) or Old Hickory (for wood). Very similar blade, just as cheap, and probably the same brands your grandmother still uses and swears by!

[robbylake]

I've always had good luck with Daily Chef.