Buy Wusthof Classic 12-Inch Heavy Cook's KnifeWusthof Classic 12-Inch Heavy Cook's Knife Product Description:
- 12-inch cook's knife for cutting, chopping, slicing, and dicing
- Precision forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel
- Full-tang, triple-riveted synthetic handle affords superior strength and balance
- Washing by hand recommended; made in Germany
- Measures approximately 18 by 4 by 1 inches; limited lifetime warranty
Product Description
Cook's knives are indispensable kitchen helpers. They perform a wide variety of cutting chores, from chopping and mincing to slicing and dicing. The generous 12-inch blade on this knife provides sufficient heft to allow the knife rather than the cook to do most of the cutting labor; its substantial blade makes it ideal for cutting and chopping large quantities of meats and vegetables. Even more, the blade's wide surface area allows for scooping and transporting chopped food to awaiting pots and pans.
Like all knives in Wusthof's Classic series, the knife's blade, tang, and bolster come precision forged from a single piece of precisely tempered, high-carbon, stain-resistant steel. This tempering allows the knife to hold its edge for an extremely long time. Even more, it comes with a unique compound angle not seen in many knives. This angle tapers from the spine of the knife to the edge to allow for a sturdy, yet extremely sharp edge while it also tapers from the bolster to the tip to give the knife strength as well as flexibility. Traditional in look, Classic knives are seamlessly constructed with a visible full tang triple-riveted into an ergonomically-shaped synthetic handle. Though the knife is dishwasher-safe, Wusthof recommends hand-washing all fine cutlery. Made in Germany, the knife measures approximately 18 by 4 by 1 inches and carries a limited lifetime warranty.
From the Manufacturer
In the culinary world variety and preparing something outstanding is the key to success. Due to this, Wusthof offers more than 350 different kinds of knives to be able to provide the perfect knife for everyone. No matter which kind of blade and handle shape you are thinking of--Wusthof has the right knife for all your needs.
The most important features of a high-value forged Wusthof knife:
- Exceptionally sharp
- Long-lasting cutting edge
- High stain resistance
- Easily restorable edge
Classic Cutlery
The Classic triple-riveted knife series features:
- Precision forged from a single piece of sturdy high-carbon steel that resists stains and corrosion
- Wusthof's Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) creates an extraordinarily sharp blade that retains its edge 30% longer
- Special alloyed, stainless steel
- Durable polymer handle is contoured for a comfortable grip
- Seamless, hygienic fit of the handle
- Full tang is triple riveted to the handle for exceptional durability and control
- For professional chefs and home cooking enthusiasts
- Made in Solingen, Germany
Details of a Forged Wusthof Knife
Customer Reviews
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful.
Serious knife for serious work.
By Gregory Oliver
This knife is heavy, and not for tiny hands. With that said, it is as close to perfect as I could ask. It is well balanced, with just the right offset between blade and handle when held at the pinch-point. The blade is tall without being too unwieldy. The edge is fine, with a perfect curve for slicing and chopping. The heel is nice, giving the pinch-point a little added heft, but can interfere with sharpening. Still, I've had no difficulty sharpening with Spyderco bench-stones (fine and ultra-fine are all you need, with the periodic hone). I've had this knife for eight+ years and I don't even know how many thousands of onions I've rendered with it in that time.The thickness makes it a little bit awkward for sashimi cuts of fish, and the size makes it too big for really tiny cuts (think decorative cuts on radishes or carrots). Although it almost has the weight of a cleaver or bone-breaker, the edge is far too fine for that (other than fowl). If it weren't for those items, I honestly wouldn't need any other knives in my kitchen. As a general-purpose chef's knife, you simply could-not ask for better.Honed to razor-sharpness, this knife will cut paper-thin tomato slices, butterfly a chicken in two cuts (slicing right through the rib-bones on either side of the spine), prep large or small cuts of meat (even rendering primals, if that's your thing), and slice, chop or mince your way through virtually any vegetable you could think to throw at it.It's not the least-expensive knife out there, not by a long-shot, and it's really not meant for the occasional cook (if making dinner for two once a week is your plan, this is overkill). However, if you need to get the job done quickly and right, this is the tool.
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