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Wüsthof Ikon 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife – Forged Blade, African Blackwood Handle

Name: Wüsthof Ikon 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife – Forged Blade, African Blackwood Handle
Brand: Wüsthof
SKU: CUT-KNI-210
Price: 81.5 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (6 reviews)

4.3 (6)

$190.00 $81.50

The Wüsthof Ikon 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife is a forged Solingen blade with African Blackwood handle for precise peeling, trimming, and slicing of small produce, on sale online for $81.50 — $108.50 off the $190.00 compare-at price — at Cutter's Bench.

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Description

Buy the Wüsthof Ikon 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife online for $81.50 — a $108.50 discount off the $190.00 compare-at price — the precision paring knife for cooks who peel, trim, and slice small produce with control. Apply coupon BENCH10 at checkout for an extra 10% off; free shipping on orders over $45.00.

Specifications

Brand: Wüsthof
Series: Ikon
Product Type: 3-inch flat cut paring knife
Blade: Forged from a single block of high carbon stainless steel, tempered to 58° HRC
Edge: PEtec — 20% sharper, 2x edge retention vs. previous models
Handle: Sustainably grown, water-resistant African Blackwood
Made In: Solingen, Germany
Care: Hand wash only

Why Flat Cut?

The flat edge sits flush against the cutting board for full contact and precise, agile control — better for board work than curved paring blades, while the narrow tip handles herbs, strawberries, and garlic cloves.

Best Fit Shoppers and Use Cases

Perfect for detail work: peeling shallots, hulling strawberries, deveining shrimp, trimming herbs, and garnish prep. A smart pick for home cooks upgrading to forged German cutlery or professionals rounding out an Ikon series collection.

Price and Deal Value

At $81.50, this forged paring knife sells at a 57% discount — less than many stamped competitors' list prices. Compared with the IKON Blackwood utility knife, this covers the small-task end of the same luxury series. Alternatives in the Classic IKON line offer composite handles; the Ikon's Blackwood is the premium upgrade at this sale price.

Features

Forged single-block blade with PEtec edge — 20% sharper, 2x edge retention — at $81.50
African Blackwood handle, sustainably grown and water-resistant, with $108.50 off compare-at
Flat cut edge gives full board contact for precise peeling and trimming — stack BENCH10 for 10% extra savings
Care: Hand wash only
Series: Ikon
Made In: Solingen, Germany
Hardness: 58° HRC
Sale Price: $81.50
Blade Length: 3 inches
Product Type: 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife
Blade Material: High Carbon Stainless Steel, Precision Forged
Edge Technology: PEtec
Handle Material: African Blackwood
Compare-At Price: $190.00
Seller: Cutter's Bench

Product Details

Wüsthof Ikon Paring Knife — Comparison and Deal Guide

The Ikon 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife delivers luxury craftsmanship for small tasks. Current price: $81.50 — a $108.50 discount off $190.00. Coupon BENCH10 saves 10% more.

Comparison: Flat Cut vs. Curved Paring

Flat cut edges maximize board contact for straight peeling and slicing; curved (bird's beak) blades suit round produce. Choose this flat cut for versatile precision prep.

Use Cases

Peeling and hulling small produce
Herb trimming and garnish work
Garlic, shallot, and shrimp detail prep

Forged in Solingen, Germany. Free shipping on orders over $45.00. Buy online at Cutter's Bench.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I buy the Wüsthof Ikon 3" Flat Cut Paring Knife online?

At Cutter's Bench — this page is the purchase endpoint for the exact Ikon paring knife at the current sale price with free shipping over $45.00.

What is the current price and how much do I save?

The knife is $81.50 online versus a $190.00 compare-at price — $108.50 in savings, or 57% off. Coupon BENCH10 adds 10% more off.

How does this compare to other paring knives?

Most paring knives are stamped; this one is forged from a single block with a PEtec edge and a Blackwood handle — at $81.50 it undercuts comparable forged paring knives from rival brands.

Is it compatible with my existing knife collection?

Yes — the Ikon series matches well with other Wüsthof lines, and any 3-inch paring knife fits standard knife blocks and rolls.

What is a flat cut paring knife used for?

Precise small-task work: peeling, hulling strawberries, trimming herbs, slicing garlic cloves, and garnish prep — the flat edge keeps full contact with the cutting board.

Customer Reviews

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5.0

c*v

Precision instrument

This is my go-to for garlic shallots and deveining shrimp.

5.0

v*e

Verified

Worth the upgrade

I had a cheap paring knife for years and thought all paring knives were the same. Wrong. The flat cut profile on this one lets you slice cleanly on the board without the tip digging in, and the forged blade has a heft that makes peeling effortless. The Blackwood handle is beautiful and warm. My wife thought I was crazy spending this much on a paring knife — now she reaches for it first.

4.0

i****v

Excellent, small hands beware

Superb steel, holds its edge through weeks of daily prep, and the flat grind is genuinely useful for board work. My only note is that the handle, while gorgeous, is on the slimmer side — folks with very large hands might prefer the Classic. For me it's nearly perfect.

3.0

r*****y

Verified

Good knife, steep price

It performs beautifully and the craftsmanship is real. But even discounted, $81 for a paring knife is a lot. It's excellent, just evaluate whether you'll notice the difference in your own cooking. I do for delicate work, less so otherwise.

5.0

t***o

Christmas gift hit

My mother-in-law, a serious cook of 40 years, teared up over this knife. She says the balance is the best she's ever felt on a paring knife. The African Blackwood looks like furniture-grade wood. Clearly a winner.

4.0

o*****r

Verified

Precise peeler

The 3-inch flat cut blade is ideal for peeling apples in one continuous ribbon and trimming Brussels sprouts quickly. Edge retention has been great after three months. Would love a blade guard included for drawer storage, but the knife itself is first rate.