Kitchen Devils Small Cook's Knife

The Kitchen Devils Small Cook's Knife is a compact version of the classic cook's knife shape, sized for fruit, vegetables and everyday board work rather than large cuts of meat. It's from the Kitchen Devils Control range, with a taper-ground Japanese steel blade and an ergonomic finger-stop handle, and comes with a 15 year guarantee.

Key features

• Compact cook's knife blade, sized for everyday fruit and vegetable prep
• Taper-ground blade made from Japanese steel for a sharp, precise edge
• Ergonomic handle with a finger stop and soft-grip sections
• Balanced, lightweight feel that's comfortable to use for extended prep
• Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning
• 15 year Kitchen Devils guarantee

What this knife is best for

This is a smaller, lighter version of the classic cook's knife shape, useful whenever the full-size version feels like more knife than the job needs. Use it for:

• Chopping and slicing fruit and vegetables
• Mincing herbs and garlic
• Everyday board work such as trimming, dicing and slicing
• A second, more manageable knife alongside a full-size cook's knife

For larger jobs and meat, pair it with the Kitchen Devils Large Cook's Knife. If you prefer a flatter, Santoku-style blade for vegetables, see the Kitchen Devils Control Small Asian Cook's Knife.

How to use and care for it

1. Use a light rocking or chopping motion suited to the size of what you're cutting.
2. Cut on a wooden or plastic board to protect the taper-ground edge.
3. Hand wash and dry promptly for the best long-term edge life, although the knife is dishwasher safe.
4. Store in a knife block or on a magnetic rail rather than loose in a drawer.
5. Hone regularly with a sharpening steel, or use the Kitchen Devils Rollsharp sharpener when the edge needs more attention.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Small Cook's Knife and the Large Cook's Knife?

Both are from the Control range and share the same ergonomic handle, taper-ground Japanese steel blade and 15 year guarantee. This Small Cook's Knife has a shorter, lighter blade suited to fruit, vegetables and everyday prep, while the Large Cook's Knife has more reach for chopping meat and larger jobs.

Is the Small Cook's Knife big enough for everyday cooking?

Yes, for most everyday fruit, vegetable and herb prep it's a comfortable, easy-to-control size. For larger cuts of meat or bigger vegetables like squash, a full-size cook's knife will give you more reach.

Can I use this knife for meat as well as vegetables?

It can handle lighter meat prep such as trimming, but its smaller blade is best suited to fruit, vegetables and herbs. For jointing or larger cuts of meat, the Large Cook's Knife is the better tool.

How do I keep the blade sharp?

Hone it regularly with a sharpening steel to maintain the taper-ground edge between uses, and use a proper knife sharpener, such as the Kitchen Devils Rollsharp sharpener, when it needs a fuller sharpen.

Is the Kitchen Devils Small Cook's Knife dishwasher safe?

Yes, it is dishwasher safe. Hand washing and drying it promptly after use will help keep the edge sharp for longer.

Technical specification

More Kitchen Devils knives

• Kitchen Devils Large Cook's Knife
• Kitchen Devils Control Small Asian Cook's Knife
• Kitchen Devils Control Starter Set
• Kitchen Devils Vegetable Knife, 15 year guarantee
• Kitchen Devils Rollsharp Sharpener