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Zwilling Four Star 5.5-Inch Prep Knife
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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May 22, 2026
Dave4star
5 out of 5 stars review

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New go to

We got our first 4 star knives (5 piece set) in the 1980s. We have since added steak knives, another paring knife plus Santoku and Nakiri models. The 5.5" prep is a new go to that is a really interesting "in-between" the European and Japanese styles.

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May 27, 2026
Mike4567
5 out of 5 stars review

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Sharp, nice for small to mid size jobs

This knife is very sharp and nice to use on smaller things like mushrooms, strawberries, and smaller tomatoes. I like the fact that it keeps my knuckles off the cutting board unlike a paring knife. The only negative thing I have to say is that the handle feels a little cheap.

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May 26, 2026
ShellG
5 out of 5 stars review

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Very nice product. Super Sharp!

This is a reasonably priced, quality product. I’m particular about the knives I buy and their maintenance. I’m going to enjoy this knife!

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Jun 19, 2025
Stan M
5 out of 5 stars review

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Review between zwilling and wursthof

Thank you love the knife and balance most the thin blade and single bevel from the edge to the spine. I've been buying swilling and wusthof from the 70s, i bought a wusthof too but it had a secondary apex bevel thinner blade which despite thinner didn't cut as well.

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May 25, 2026
Mark1145
5 out of 5 stars review

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Ergonomic

Feels great in my hand, very easily maneuvered and cuts very well.

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May 26, 2026
srobin00
3 out of 5 stars review

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Handle Design flaw

Handle by shape matches my 4 star knives. However, the size of the handle is much smaller than the handles of my complete Four Star knife set. The size of the handle is about the same as the steak knives. Way too small to handle the function of this 5.5" Prep knife.

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Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We’re sorry to hear the handle size of the Four Star 5.5" Prep Knife did not meet your expectations. This knife is designed as a compact all-rounder for precision prep work and features a smaller handle intended to provide comfort and control, particularly for smaller hands. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and feedback.

May 28, 2026
Sachowdhury
3 out of 5 stars review

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Lacks the look and feel of the others knives

I have many of the other knives from the four star series but this one doesn’t feel as substantial as the other original ones. It’s too thin and lacks the gravitas of the others. The look and feel seem lacking the weight and comfort of the others. I’m disappointed.

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reply from Customer Care

Thank you for your feedback! We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and services, and your input is incredibly important to us. If you would like to share any additional details about your experience, please feel free to contact our customer service team at hello@zwillingus.com. We’re always happy to assist.

May 27, 2026
Real bush chef
3 out of 5 stars review

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Good knife but not the quality I was expecting

It is a very sharp knife ! Only thing I do not appreciate is that the plastic handler is so cheap and light

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reply from Customer Care

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We’re sorry to hear the handle size of the Four Star 5.5" Prep Knife did not meet your expectations. This knife is designed as a compact all-rounder for precision prep work and features a smaller handle intended to provide comfort and control, particularly for smaller hands. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and feedback.

May 26, 2026
Mac598
2 out of 5 stars review

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Misleading

This knife is lightweight and nimble. My main complaint is the pencil-thin handle. I have small hands and it is just too small to get a good grip on the knife.

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reply from Customer Care

Thank you for your feedback! The slimmer handle is designed for precision and control, especially during detailed boning and trimming tasks where maneuverability is important. This style helps keep the knife balanced and easy to handle during intricate cuts. We appreciate your comments regarding the grip size, as comfort can vary based on personal preference. If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach out, we’re happy to help.

May 27, 2026
Not as expected
1 out of 5 stars review

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Small and delicate

It is small and delicate. I will be returning it. It was not what I expected.

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Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We’re sorry to hear the handle size of the Four Star 5.5" Prep Knife did not meet your expectations. This knife is designed as a compact all-rounder for precision prep work and features a smaller handle intended to provide comfort and control, particularly for smaller hands. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and feedback.