What Messermeister says:
You will find yourself using the Messermeister Custom 3.5 Inch Paring Knife daily for a variety of tasks requiring accuracy. This knife has classic spear-point shape, designed to be an all-purpose knife, similar to a chef's knife, except smaller. The compact blade is perfect for trimming, peeling and slicing produce.

• Modular in design, so that you can personalize your handle to make your favorite knife one-of-a-kind.
• The cold rolled X50 German stainless steel blades are heat treated to achieve 58 Rockwell hardness.
• A revolutionary ceramic stonewash finish allows for smoother cutting and increased stain resistance. 
• The 3-step hand stropped 15° edge on this blade is sharp, efficient and resilient.
• The Custom base model handle is precison milled from an incredibly tough material made of reclaimed canvas and natural non-phenolic resin. It has a natural subtle texture for a more secure grip. 
• The Custom repurposed handles are made out of wood shavings pressed with a natural non-phenolic resin. That means no petrochemicals or formaldehyde-based laminates. This unique, high quality material delivers next-generation durability in a perfectly sustainable material. 
• The new handle design has a ramped bolster for improved grip ergonomics, and it is cambered for optimal control. 
• The interchangeable torx rivets are titanium coated with a brass color and a contrasting silver collar set.  
• Handcrafted in the historic cutlery capital of Solingen, Germany.