Summary
Named for the Japanese word for "connection," the Zwilling Kanren collection celebrates the bond formed while cooking and eating together. Uniting German engineering and Japanese craftsmanship, each 48-layer Damascus-style blade is forged from high-performance carbide stainless steel and hand honed using the three-step Honbazuke process. Triple-riveted Micarta handles feature Zwilling’s signature curved bolster, promoting a secure grip and comfortable, fatigue-free cutting.
- Compact 4" paring knife is ideal for small-scale cutting chores like peeling, pitting and mincing.
- 48-layer Damascus-style blade is hand honed in high performance FC61 fine carbide stainless steel for remarkable corrosion-, stain- and chip–resistance.
- Zwilling’s signature curved bolster and black linen Micarta handle are ergonomically designed for safe, comfortable handling.
- BPA-free.
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan.
Dimensions & More Info
- 4" blade, 4 1/2" handle.
- 3.9 oz.
- Made in Japan.
Use & Care
Use
- Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
- Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.
- It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.
Care
- Hand-wash with warm water and mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately.
- Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus extracts.
- Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing once a week, you should not need to sharpen knife more than once or twice a year.
- Sharpen knife at home using whetstone or knife sharpener designed to sharpen between 9- and 12-degree angle, or have it sharpened by a professional.
- Store in safe place to protect edge and prevent injury.
