Opinel Intempora No. 226 Serrated Paring Knife – $22.50 (Save 50%)
The Opinel Intempora No. 226 Serrated Paring Knife is a 4-inch full tang detail knife for peeling garlic, trimming garnishes, mincing herbs, and cutting tough skins. Best-fit shoppers are home chefs who want one do-it-all paring knife. Current price: $22.50, down from $45.00 — order online at Cutter's Bench and use coupon code BENCH10 for an extra 10% off.
Can you put the No. 226 in the dishwasher?
No — hand wash only. Dishwasher heat, detergent, and rattling will dull the serrated edge and damage the handle. A quick hand wash and towel dry preserves the 12C27 edge and finish.
How do I clean white streaks on the handle?
White residue on the polypropylene-style handle is usually mineral or detergent film. Wipe with a damp cloth and a drop of mild dish soap, dry thoroughly, and the streaks disappear. Avoid abrasive pads.
Does a serrated paring knife need sharpening?
Far less often than a straight-edge blade. The scalloped teeth keep cutting even when the edge micro-dulls, and 12C27 Swedish stainless steel holds its edge well. When sharpening is needed, use a ceramic rod matched to the serrations — no full reprofiling required.
Specifications
- Blade: 4-inch serrated 12C27 Swedish stainless steel
- Construction: Full tang for strength and balanced weight
- Series: Opinel Intempora, built for daily home kitchen use
- Origin: Made in Opinel's Portugal factory
- Warranty: Backed for life
Price & Deal Value
At $22.50 vs. $45.00, this is a 50% sale discount on a lifetime-warrantied full tang paring knife. Stack BENCH10 for 10% more savings, and add another item to clear the $45.00 free-shipping threshold — otherwise standard shipping is $8.00.
Comparison & Alternatives
Straight-edge paring knives excel at clean slices but struggle with tomato skins and tough rinds; the serrated No. 226 grips and cuts through both. Against premium stamped paring knives at double the price, the No. 226 offers equal steel quality and full tang build at an affordable, deal-priced value.
