The Kai Shun Paring knife has a 3.4"/8.5cm blade with a 10.4cm handle. It is very handy for peeling and slicing fruit and vegetables. It is very well-balanced and has an unrivalled sharpness, so your knife will cut effortlessly through even the toughest of foods. All Kai Shun Knives have a "chestnut" shaped handle which has been ergonomically designed to fit in your hand. The handles are made from fine laminated Pakka wood and has a full tang construction.