Wusthof Classic 8" Cook's Knife
The most indispensable of knives, a chef's knife is essential for preparing any meal, no matter how simple. Made in Germany with a full-tang blade for balance, this knife is a favorite when it comes to chopping, dicing and slicing.
Since 1814, knives bearing the Wusthof name and the Trident logo have been
crafted in the world's "Cutlery Capital" of Solingen, Germany. Today, in a
state-of-the-art facility, that tradition of quality is ensured as old-world
craftsmanship meets twenty first century production methods.
Known worldwide for their superior performance, Wusthof knives are the cutlery
of choice among many professionals and by discriminating amateur chefs. The
Classic series features a traditional styling that makes it the most popular of
the Wusthof lines. Every Wusthof Classic Series knife is still forged from one piece of specially tempered high carbon steel to ensure outstanding strength, balance and heft. The blades are formed with the perfect balance of high-carbon
steel and a stain-resistant alloy so they retain their edge longer and are
easier to resharpen. The blade is ground and polished by computer, ensuring
perfect tapering from bolster to tip, and the edge is then hand honed for
precision slicing. The sturdy feel of this knife is achieved by the weighted
bolster, which is considered to be Wusthof's signature feature. The tang runs
through the synthetic handle and is secured with three rivets.
The indispensable workhorse of any cutlery collection, a cook's knife performs a
wide variety of cutting tasks, from fine chopping to dicing and slicing. The
heavy 8-inch blade of this definitive model provides enough heft to allow the
knife rather than the cook to do the cutting labor, but is more maneuverable
than larger models. The length of the cutting edge makes quick work of all
slicing jobs. If you don't yet own a cook's knife, or want the best investment
for your dollar, this 8-inch model, which combines size with ease of use, is the
one to choose.