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Commercial Paring Knife | Brown Handle | 8.3cm Blade | Hygiplas C840
£3.78
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£4.54/ inc vat
- Strong Stainless Steel Blade
- Colour-Coded Brown Handle
- Ergonomic Soft-Grip Handle
- Dishwasher Safe Construction
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Product Overview
Here’s a kitchen essential that does its job brilliantly, without any fuss. The Hygiplas brown paring knife is your go-to tool for all vegetable prep. With a sharp, nimble 8.3cm stainless steel blade, it makes quick work of peeling, trimming, and detailed slicing, helping you fly through your mise en place with precision and ease.
Designed for the fast-paced world of professional catering, this knife is a must-have for any chef, caterer, or kitchen porter who takes food safety seriously. The distinctive brown handle is part of the industry-standard colour-coding system, instantly marking it out for vegetable use only. This simple visual cue is vital for preventing cross-contamination and keeping your kitchen compliant and your customers safe.
Combining a comfortable, ergonomic grip with a durable, easy-to-clean design, the Hygiplas brown paring knife 8.3cm is a true kitchen workhorse. It’s built to withstand the rigours of daily service, offering reliability and performance you can count on, shift after shift. It’s the small tool that makes a big difference to your daily prep routine.
Key Features and Benefits
- Strong Stainless Steel Blade: Slices cleanly through vegetables for precise, effortless cutting.
- Colour-Coded Brown Handle: Instantly identifies it for veg prep, preventing dangerous cross-contamination.
- Ergonomic Soft-Grip Handle: Reduces hand strain and fatigue during long prep sessions.
- Dishwasher Safe Construction: Makes clean-up at the end of a busy service quick and simple.
- Lightweight 30g Design: Offers fantastic agility and control for delicate, intricate tasks.
- Durable Nylon Handle: Built tough to withstand the knocks and drops of a commercial kitchen.
- Magnetic Rack Compatible: Allows for safe, hygienic, and convenient off-counter storage.
- Versatile 8.3cm Blade: Perfect for everything from hulling strawberries to peeling potatoes efficiently.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Hygiplas
- SKU: C840
- Blade Material: Stainless Steel
- Handle Material: Nylon
- Blade Length: 8.3cm / 3.5"
- Total Length: 180mm / 7"
- Weight: 30g
- Colour Code: Brown (for Vegetables)
- Dishwasher Safe: Yes
Expert Review and Insights
The Hygiplas range is a staple in professional kitchens for a reason. This paring knife isn't flashy, but it’s a true workhorse. It feels balanced, the grip is secure even with wet hands, and the colour-coding is a non-negotiable for any kitchen serious about food safety. It’s the kind of tool you reach for without thinking.
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- Practical Grip: The soft-grip handle is genuinely comfortable and prevents slipping during repetitive prep.
- Needs a Honing Steel: Like any pro knife, it needs regular honing to keep that edge perfect.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Garden Patch Deli in Cardiff decided to upgrade their kitchen utensils to better comply with food safety standards and streamline their busy lunch service prep.
"We kitted out our entire prep station with Hygiplas colour-coded knives. It's removed all the guesswork for the team. Everyone knows brown is for veg, red is for meat - it's that simple. This brown paring knife is in constant use, and our prep is faster and, more importantly, safer."
Robert Davies – Owner
The simple switch helped them reduce vegetable prep time by an estimated 15% and eliminated cross-contamination risks noted in a previous internal audit.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Wash the knife thoroughly with warm, soapy water before its first use.
- Immediately assign it to your vegetable preparation station to maintain the integrity of your colour-coding system.
- Store it on a designated magnetic knife rack or in a knife block to protect the blade and for safety.
Keeping It Going
- Although dishwasher safe, hand washing is always recommended to prolong the sharpness of the blade's edge.
- Hone the blade regularly with a sharpening steel or 'pull-through' sharpener to maintain its performance.
- Always dry the knife completely before storing it to prevent water spots or any potential corrosion.
- Never use it to pry open tins or cut frozen food; it's a precision tool, not a crowbar!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the brown handle for?
A: The brown colour-coding signifies that this knife is designated for use with vegetables only, which helps to prevent the spread of bacteria between different food types.
Q: Is the blade made of stainless steel?
A: Yes, it features a strong and durable stainless steel blade that's resistant to rust and corrosion, making it ideal for a commercial kitchen environment.
Q: How long is the blade on this knife?
A: The blade on this model measures 8.3cm (or 3.5 inches), which is perfect for peeling, trimming, and other detailed prep work on fruit and vegetables.
Q: Can this knife be put in a commercial dishwasher?
A: Yes, the Hygiplas 8.3cm brown kitchen knife is fully dishwasher safe, allowing for quick, easy, and hygienic cleaning.
Q: What is the handle material?
A: The handle is crafted from a soft-grip, ergonomic nylon that is designed for comfort during extended use and is tough enough to withstand daily service.
Q: Is this knife heavy?
A: Not at all. It’s very lightweight at just 30 grams, which allows for excellent control, precision, and maneuverability without causing hand fatigue.
Q: Can I store this on a magnetic knife strip?
A: Absolutely. The stainless steel blade is fully compatible with magnetic knife racks, offering a safe, secure, and space-saving storage solution.
Q: Is this knife suitable for cutting raw meat or fish?
A: No, this brown-handled knife is strictly for vegetables. You should always use a separate, appropriately coloured knife (red for meat, blue for fish) for those tasks.
The Hygiplas Promise: Practicality for Professional Kitchens
Hygiplas has built its reputation not on flashy gimmicks, but on understanding the day-to-day realities of a working kitchen. This paring knife is a perfect example. Beyond the stainless steel blade and nylon handle, it represents a commitment to operational efficiency and safety. Investing in a system of Hygiplas colour-coded knives isn't just about buying tools; it's about embedding food safety into your team's muscle memory. This simple step drastically reduces the risk of compliance issues, protects your customers, and builds a culture of professionalism from the ground up. It’s a low-cost, high-impact investment that pays dividends in consistency, safety, and peace of mind, freeing you up to focus on what really matters: creating fantastic food.
Explore more from HygiplasBeyond the Colour: Why a Colour-Coding System is Non-Negotiable
You’ve seen colour-coded chopping boards, and knives follow the exact same, simple logic. It’s an incredibly effective system to prevent cross-contamination, a major food safety risk. Think of it like having dedicated lanes on a motorway: brown is exclusively for vegetables, red for raw meat, blue for raw fish, and so on. This Hygiplas vegetable prep knife brown ensures that bacteria from raw foods never accidentally transfers to your ready-to-eat salad ingredients, protecting both your customers and your hard-earned reputation. It’s a visual, instant reminder that makes food safety second nature, even in the most hectic kitchen environment.
Who Should Buy This?
- Restaurant & Pub Kitchens: Essential for daily vegetable preparation, from dicing onions to trimming carrots with precision and safety.
- Catering Colleges & Training Kitchens: An affordable, durable tool for teaching students correct food handling and knife skills from day one.
- Hotel & B&B Kitchens: Perfect for prepping fruit garnishes for breakfast service or vegetables for evening meals consistently.
- Mobile Caterers & Food Trucks: A compact, reliable knife that helps maintain food safety standards on the go without taking up space.
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