After a chef's knife, the paring knife is the second-most important knife to have on hand in your kitchen. The small, versatile WÜSTHOF Classic Paring Knife has a narrow, plain-edge blade that tapers to a point at the tip, making it easy to handle while trimming, slicing, and peeling.

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry. 
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink. 
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution. 
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best. 
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.