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WÜSTHOF Classic 8 Inch Chef’s Knife,Black,8-Inch

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Style: Chef’s Knife


Features

  • KITCHEN WORKHORSE The WUSTHOF 8 Classic Chefs Knife is essential for preparing any meal. This all-purpose cooks knife can be used for chopping, mincing, slicing and dicing
  • WUSTHOF CLASSIC SERIES The full Tang, Triple Riveted handles of the classic line offer the widest range of cutlery that can satisfy every home cook or professional chef. The WUSTHOF classic series has been our best-selling series for generations
  • CHEFS KNIFE Features an 8 long blade, 4.5 long handle and weighs 8.5 ounce Full Bolster and Finger Guard, German Made Cooks Knife. Ergonomic handle design made from a long-lasting synthetic material to resist fading and discoloration
  • PRECISION FORGED The 8 Chefs Knife is forged from a single block of high carbon stainless steel and tempered to 58-degree HRC. The Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention than previous models
  • ENTURIES OF TRADITION Family owned for seven generations, WUSTHOF was founded in Solingen, Germany over 200 years ago. WUSTHOFs cutlery carries the Solingen name, a designation reserved for products that meet the strictest quality standards

Description

WÜSTHOF Classic 8-Inch Cook's Knife.

Blade Material: Stainless Steel


Brand: Wüsthof


Color: Black


Handle Material: Stainless Steel


Blade Edge: Chef's Knife


Blade Material: Stainless Steel


Brand: Wüsthof


Color: Black


Handle Material: Stainless Steel


Blade Edge: Chef's Knife


Blade Length: 8 Inches


Construction Type: Forged


Item Weight: 11.1 Ounces


Blade Color: Silver


Is Dishwasher Safe: No


Item Length: 14 Inches


Manufacturer: Wüsthof


Size: 8"


UPC: 769194038526 670023145356 022934582438


Global Trade Identification Number: 42, 38, 22


Item Weight: 11.1 ounces


Item model number: 4582-7/20


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: July 24, 2001


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Great Addition to the Kitchen!
Style: Chef’s Knife
Very heavy, sharp, comfortable to grip, easy to use and absolutely the best knife you’ll have in your kitchen! I use it for almost everything! Such a great brand of kitchen cutlery. My Mom is a master chef and suggested I build this knife collection slowly and she was right on the money. Currently have this and the Santoku and will keep buying until I have a full set fit for a chef. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2025 by SoBossyBrittany

  • Excellent product
Style: Chef’s Knife
I strongly recommend WÜSTHOF knives. The 8" and the 6" WÜSTHOF knives are used constantly in the kitchen. Yes, I know they cost more than most other knives, but the quality is there, therefore the value is there as well. Invest in quality and you won't go wrong. Thank you WÜSTHOF for your excellent knives. I pray you continue your dedication to perfection long into the future. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2025 by The Forgotten Man

  • This IS the knife you’ve been Googling for!
Style: Chef’s Knife
Like another reviewer, I am also a novice, cooking from home more, and got tired of my standard cheap knives smashing tomatoes. I found Wusthof on a few lists and decided I like everything they are saying and the price point. We now own two and I am completely ruined for knives. It is so wonderfully sharp, it’s absolutely beautiful, it looks and feels very solid like it will last a long time, and it has made every chop and cut so easy. My one and only complaint is the same as the other reviewer… it does not come in any kind of nice package. It is a very simple box that took a beating during shipping, but protected the knives just fine. I ended up buying a knife holder thing for the drawer (no block and no space in our kitchen for a magnet strip). We are extremely happy and our cooking from home lives are forever changed. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2024 by Elizabeth N.

  • the best tool of the trade
My mom, browsing my Amazon wishlist one day, saw this listed there. She emailed me immediately to ask why I would ever want a knife that is that expensive. Aren't the knives that she gave me as a housewarming gift good enough? They are dishwasher-safe and have a lifetime warranty, she reminded me. I had to explain that while the knives she gave me were nice, they don't even compare to my Wustofs. My Wustof knives retain an amazing sharpness (even when I'm a little lazy about sharpening them). Their balance is unparalleled. The handle fits my hand perfectly. The knives that she sent me always feel dull in comparision, and the handle is simply uncomfortable. I consider a good cook's knife to be essential for anyone who cooks. The question of which cook's knife to buy depends on the person who will be using it. There are two different questions: which model to purchase, and which length to purchase. There are two main knife manufacturers: Wustof and Henckels. I think that Wustof knives are better made. However, some people prefer the handles on the Henckels. The Henckels handle is extremely uncomfortable for me, so I don't even consider them. The second question is that of length. If you are taller, you will want a longer knife. Shorter people will want a shorter knife. I stand at 5'7" (170cm), and find that the 8" knife is most comfortable for slicing and chopping. My best friend is about an inch taller than me and also prefers this knife. A friend who is a couple of inches shorter than me prefers the 6" cook's knife. If you have never purchased high-quality knives before, I would recommend that you go to a traditional store and try them out first. You want to see if the handle is comfortable and if the balance is right for you. Then come back here and order it -- the Amazon price is much better than that found in any kitchen speciality or upscale department store. Also, if you have never purchased high-quality knives before, I would recommend two other purchases: a knife holder of some sort and a sharpening steel. The former, which doesn't need to be very expensive at all (my best friend has one that cost him less a dollar; it is simply a plastic tray with slits for holding the blades), keeps the blade from getting nicked while it's sitting in your drawer. The latter keeps the blade nice and sharp. You should sharpen your knives every time you use them. This isn't very difficult, nor is it very time-consuming, but it keeps your knives in perfect condition. I am extremely happy with my purchase. I am slowly growing my knife collection. You will always find one of these knives on my wishlist. Even my mother has come around -- after experiencing these knives herself, she bought one for herself, and sent me the 6" cleaver as a birthday gift! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2003 by Nadyne Richmond

  • Great knife
Style: Chef’s Knife
Great knife.
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2025 by Liz

  • Great quality, FAST shipping
Style: Engraved
I cannot believe how quickly this knife shipped given that it had to be engraved. I was incredibly impressed.
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2024 by Ben Popik

  • Amazing quality; very satisfied with purchase
Style: Chef’s Knife
This is a great knife. I was originally going to buy an entire set as a gift to my mom, but after much thought - realized that it's better to spend the money on a few quality knives than buying a set where most of the knives are rarely used. After some reading and research, I decided on this 8-inch cook's knife and a 4.5" utility knife. I'm very happy on my decision, and so is my mom. The large knife is used for most meal prep, and the smaller knife is used for more delicate cutting (for fruits, etc.) This knife cuts beautifully and feels great in your hand. It retains its sharpness and looks good too. In fact, everyone who came to visit during the holidays and spent some time in the kitchen for meal prep, exclaimed (unprompted) how great these knives were. They're unbelievably sharp, cutting through meat, cooked conch, vegetables, fruits, and so much more with great ease. The splurge on the Wusthof Classic line is well worth it. They have several others, such as the gourmet line, which are cheaper, so be careful when you're looking. The classic line is full tang (blade is forged from a single piece of metal and extends into the entire length of the handle), and are therefore much more durable and feel a lot better in your hand. I'd highly suggest giving lots of thought into getting really great knives, and think about the knives you use most (i.e. if you don't often eat bread, a really expensive bread knife really isn't a must) when making a purchase like this one. Meals together is a big part of our family, and cooking a meal together as a family when we're all home for the holidays means a lot to all of us. Having a great knife to ease through the long process of preparing a good meal really does make a huge difference. I think this knife will last for a really long time, and am glad to have added it to the collection at home. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2016 by Lisa

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