Wusthof Chef's Knife Classic Ikon 18 cm

The Wüsthof Classic Ikon Chef's Knife, with an 18 cm blade, is an essential tool for both professional and home chefs. Renowned for its versatility, this knife excels in various kitchen tasks—from chopping and slicing to filleting meat, fish, vegetables, and herbs. Crafted to enhance the joy of culinary preparation, it embodies a remarkable blend of craftsmanship and functionality.

Design and Features

This edition stands out with its seamless finish and elegant stainless steel rivets, showcasing Wüsthof's commitment to quality. The half bolster design not only reduces weight, allowing for improved control but also enables easier sharpening of the entire blade.

- Blade Finish: Brushed and exceptionally sharp for precise cuts.

- Forging Process: Each knife is forged from a single piece of high-quality X50CrMoV15 steel, also known as Wüsthof steel, which combines innovative technologies with time-honoured craftsmanship. This process results in a knife that is 20% sharper than standard knives, attributed to laser-guided sharpening techniques.

- Razor-Sharp Edge: With a hardness of 58 HRC, this knife can be sharpened at a razor-sharp angle of 14 degrees, making it effortless to cut through both vegetables and meat.

- Ergonomics: The knife features a balanced design with a durable 10.9 cm plastic handle, ensuring maximum comfort for both left- and right-handed users. The domed bolster contributes to its ergonomic comfort, while the half bolster optimises weight distribution.

Performance and Maintenance

Designed as a multipurpose workhorse, the Wüsthof Classic Ikon Chef’s Knife thrives in any kitchen environment, perfect for all chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks.

- The tempering process and the precision edge technology (PEtec) yield an edge that retains sharpness much longer than previous models.

- The design allows the entire length of the blade to be sharpened effectively, promoting a longer lifespan for the knife.

Proper care is essential to maintain the blade’s integrity:

- Hand wash with mild soap and warm water; avoid placing the knife in the dishwasher.

- Sharpen regularly using a whetstone or sharpening steel to uphold its renowned sharpness.

- Store the knife in a knife block to protect the cutting edge, and use a soft cutting board to prevent damage.

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Wüsthof is a family-owned company that has been crafting fine cutlery in Solingen, Germany, for over 200 years. The Classic Ikon knife not only represents centuries of tradition and expertise but also comes with a lifetime warranty against material and manufacturing defects, showcasing the brand's confidence in its exceptional quality.

Discover the unparalleled precision and functionality of the Wüsthof Classic Ikon Chef's Knife and elevate your culinary experience today.