{"product_id":"oul-aogami-super-paring-knife-80-mm-3-1-cherry-handle","title":"OUL Aogami Super Paring Knife 80 mm \/ 3.1\" – Cherry Handle","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePinpoint Control for Delicate Off-the-Board Prep\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhen preparing ingredients in hand rather than on a cutting board, standard utility knives feel clumsy and unwieldy. Coring strawberries, fluting button mushrooms, peeling citrus zest, and scoring decorative garnishes require a blade that moves as an immediate extension of your fingertips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eOUL Aogami Super Paring Knife 80 mm\u003c\/b\u003e is built specifically for high-accuracy detail work. At 80 mm (3.1\") along the cutting edge, this compact blade centers the balance directly inside the palm. It eliminates the leverage strain and awkward wrist angles caused by larger knives, giving you total apex control for intricate cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHitachi Aogami Super Core: 64–65 HRC Slicing Bite\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eForged from authentic \u003cb\u003eHitachi Aogami Super (Blue Super Steel)\u003c\/b\u003e and heat-treated to an uncompromising \u003cb\u003e64–65 HRC\u003c\/b\u003e, this blade sits at the pinnacle of Japanese high-carbon metallurgy. Enriched with elevated carbon, tungsten, and molybdenum, Aogami Super achieves an exceptionally refined micro-carbide structure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSurgical Edge Retention:\u003c\/b\u003e Holds an aggressive, toothy slicing apex through thousands of peeling and trimming cuts before requiring a whetstone touch-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEffortless Deburring:\u003c\/b\u003e Sharpens with the crisp, immediate feedback characteristic of premium Japanese high-carbon cutlery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstanding Aogami Super Carbon Steel Care \u0026amp; Patina\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis knife is forged from high-carbon performance steel; \u003cb\u003eit is not stainless, but carbon steel maintenance is simple and rewarding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Protective Blue Patina:\u003c\/b\u003e With regular use on acidic produce (such as citrus, tomatoes, or apples), the exposed steel will naturally oxidize into a safe, non-toxic blue-gray patina. This patina is a hallmark of genuine Japanese carbon cutlery and acts as a natural barrier against damaging red rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSimple 2-Step Carbon Care:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" start=\"1\" type=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level2 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003eWipe the blade dry with a clean towel immediately after cutting acidic items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level2 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003eHand-wash with warm water and mild soap immediately after use, dry thoroughly, and store dry. \u003cb\u003eNever wash in a dishwasher.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNatural Japanese Cherry Wood Handle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMounted to the blade is a traditional Japanese Wa-style handle crafted from \u003cb\u003enatural Cherry wood\u003c\/b\u003e. Naturally dense, dimensionally stable, and rich in warm, golden-amber grain tones, cherry wood provides a tactile, non-slip grip that stays secure even when your hands are wet with fruit juices. The symmetrical contour provides balanced, neutral handling for both right- and left-handed cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtisan Provenance: Fukui Co., Ltd. (Sakai, Osaka)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOffered under the OUL banner by \u003cb\u003eFukui Co., Ltd.\u003c\/b\u003e, this knife represents the generational craftsmanship of Sakai, Osaka—the historic epicenter of Japanese hand-forged culinary knives. Sakai blades are celebrated globally for precise distal tapers and balanced geometries that favor pure cutting efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"3\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"width: 100.029%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand \/ Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOUL (Fukui Co., Ltd.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSakai, Osaka, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eParing Knife \/ In-Hand Peeling Knife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 4;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) High-Carbon Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e~64–65 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Bevel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAmbidextrous Double Bevel (50\/50)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Material \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNatural Japanese Cherry Wood (Japanese Wa-Handle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e80 mm (3.1\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e20 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 10;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 11;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e38 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 12; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e100 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 32.3762%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1pt solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 6pt 9pt; width: 67.2429%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e15 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOUL Sakai Presentation Box:\u003c\/b\u003e Custom-fitted Japanese packaging designed for secure transit and storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProtective Edge Sleeve:\u003c\/b\u003e Guard shielding the factory-honed cutting edge during transit and unboxing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthorized OUL Dealer Direct\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHasu-Seizo is an authorized direct partner for OUL cutlery from Fukui Co., Ltd. in Sakai, Japan. Prior to dispatch, every knife undergoes individual quality inspection at our Seattle area warehouse to verify straightness along the spine, bevel symmetry, and flush handle alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSharpening \u0026amp; Care Guidelines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhetstone Maintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardened to 64–65 HRC, Aogami Super provides crisp tactile feedback on Japanese whetstones. Maintain the fine cutting edge using a medium whetstone (#1000 grit) to re-establish bite, followed by a fine whetstone (#5000 to #8000 grit) and leather stropping for edge refinement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for intricate off-the-board peeling, coring, and carving. Avoid lateral prying against hard pits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProhibited Uses:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not cut bones, frozen food, hard fruit stones, or nutshells; hacking hard targets will cause the thin edge to chip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is an 80 mm paring knife best used for?\u003c\/b\u003e An 80 mm paring knife is designed for intricate off-the-board prep, such as peeling fruit, coring strawberries, fluting mushrooms, and trimming citrus where larger chef knives are awkward and cumbersome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill Aogami Super steel rust easily?\u003c\/b\u003e Aogami Super is a high-carbon steel that will rust if left wet. However, wiping the blade dry after use and allowing a natural protective blue patina to develop prevents red rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow does an 80 mm paring knife differ from a 135 mm or 150 mm petty knife?\u003c\/b\u003e An 80 mm paring knife is optimized primarily for in-hand, off-the-board peeling and detail trimming. A 135 mm or 150 mm petty knife provides extra length and knuckle clearance for board slicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere does this knife ship from?\u003c\/b\u003e All inventory is inspected, packaged, and shipped directly from our warehouse located in the Seattle area.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fukui Hamono","offers":[{"title":"80 mm","offer_id":68131916480762,"sku":null,"price":209.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/OULaogamisuperparing80mm0.jpg?v=1794199218","url":"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/products\/oul-aogami-super-paring-knife-80-mm-3-1-cherry-handle","provider":"Hasu-Seizo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}