For peeling, detail carvings, precise cuts, and all variety of handheld work above the board, a lightweight, thin and classic paring knife by German bladesmith Oliver Märtens. The long, comfortable handle in Oliver's trademark profile, rounded across the top, tapering downward through flat sides to a flat, smooth bottom section, and faceted toward the front where it meets a beautiful brass ferrule, is comfortable, attractive, and offers finely-tuned control over the blade. In 1.2067 carbon steel with forge-finished flats and satin bevels, the blade is sharp and thin, with a needle of a tip, the perfect complement to your full-size chef knife.