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Au Nain 2.5" Bird's Beak Paring Stainless Steel Palissander

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2.5" Bird's beak paring knife in stainless steel with palissander handle.  A well-loved classic- perfect for peeling, tournée, and any other small in-hand prep.  

Au Nain is a 4th generation family cutlery business that was founded in 1885 by Gaston Saint-Joanis in Saint-Rémy-sur-Durolle, near Thiers. The name 'Au Nain' (meaning The Dwarf) was chosen as a playful response to their main competitor at that time - 'Géant du Couteau' (The Knife Giant).  Much of Au Nain's manufacturing process is still in-house (from handling to polishing and sharpening, etc.) which is becoming less and less common.  They continue to uphold traditional knife making processes characteristic to Thiers. 



About This Knife

All-around Use

Can handle almost any kitchen task.

Light Butchery OK

Safe for use around bones.

Stainless Steel

Non-reactive blade.

Tough Edge

Durable edge grind.

Ambidextrous

Suitable for all users.

Listed Length: 2.5"
Total Length:
Edge Length:
Heel Height:
Spine Thickness:
Weight:
Orientation: Ambidextrous

Blade Type: Stainless Steel
Steel Type:
Steel Hardness (HRC):
Reactive: Less Attention
Handle Type: Western
Handle Material: Palissander

  • This is a stainless steel knife.
  • It should be hand washed and towel dried. Dishwashers will degrade the edge and handle over time. Extended moisture exposure can still cause oxidation.
  • Use on wooden cutting boards for best results.
  • Avoid 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 Stainless

We recommend hand sharpening on whetstones to a low-medium finish starting around 400 and progressing to 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.