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Au Sabot 4" Pointed Paring Carbon Steel Bubinga with Stainless Bolster

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Au Sabot 4" paring knife made in old French design with hand ground carbon steel blade stainless steel bolster and bubinga handles.

Established in 1870 and still a family run business, Au Sabot makes knives in traditional and original patterns in Thiers France. They utilize a wide range of new and old equipment and Thiers skilled-handwork is the keystone of their production.




About This Knife

All-around Use

Can handle almost any kitchen task.

Light Butchery OK

Safe for use around bones.

Carbon Steel

Reactive blade.

Tough Edge

Durable edge grind.

Ambidextrous

Suitable for all users.

Listed Length: 4"
Total Length: 8.25"
Edge Length: 4"
Heel Height: .7"
Spine Thickness: .05"
Weight:
Orientation: Ambidextrous

Blade Type:
Steel Type:
Steel Hardness (HRC):
Reactive: More Attention
Handle Type: Western
Handle Material: Bubinga

  • This is a reactive carbon steel knife.
  • Hand wash and towel dry after use. Do not air dry or place in the dishwasher.
  • Expect oxidation (color change, staining, spotting) with use.
  • Prolonged exposure to moisture or food debris will cause rust; remove any rust with a light abrasive.
  • Use only on a quality wooden cutting board.
  • Do not use on hard surfaces like bamboo or plates.
  • Don't twist or scrape the edge on the cutting surface to avoid early dulling and edge damage.

Dive Deeper

Medium - Western Carbon

We recommend hand sharpening on whetstones to a low-medium finish starting around 400 and progressing to around 1000 grit with a monodiachrome strop finish. Gentle use with steel honing rods work well for as-needed edge maintenance. Avoid pull-through sharpeners and non-water-cooled mechanized sharpening. If you have to use a honing rod to be able to use the knife comfortably, it's time to sharpen the knife.

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About Au Nain

Thiers, France

Founded in 1885, Au Nain is a multi-generational French maker of kitchen and professional cutlery. Originally serving butchers and chefs, the company still operates in Thiers, blending machine precision with traditional hand-finishing. Their carbon and stainless steel knives are designed for durability and edge performance—ranging from classic chef’s knives to robust butcher tools. The dwarf logo (“nain”) is iconic in France, representing generations of reliable, no-nonsense tools. With over 130 years of experience, Au Nain remains a trusted name in practical French knives for both kitchen and table.