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Wusthof - Expertly crafted German knives, since 1814

Wüsthof was founded over 200 years ago in Solingen, Germany, and has become synonymous with form, function and uncompromising quality. Their knives have earned the trust of thousands of foodies and professional chefs across the globe, making Wüsthof one of the world's leading knife brands.

The Wüsthof range

Wusthof products have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 594 reviews.

96% of customers would recommend this brand to a friend.

How Wüsthof knives are made

Wüsthof’s patented, PEtec® (Precision Edge Technology) sharpening guarantees each and every knife leaving the factory floor has been sharpened to their specs — evenly sharpened from tip to heel, and consistently from knife to knife. German engineering at its best.

Compare Wüsthof ranges

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Blade Construction
Blade Attachment
Handle Material
Bolster Type
Weight Range
Ptec Sharpened
Price Range
Wusthof Colours
Wusthof Colours
Stamped
Partial tang
Polysynthetic
N/A
Ultra light
No $
Wusthof Gourmet
Wusthof Gourmet
Stamped
Full tang (for blades longer than 12cm)
Synthetic, ergonomic
Half bolster
Light (200g)
No $$
Wusthof Urban Farmer
Wusthof Urban Farmer
Stamped
Full tang, double riveted
Roasted European beechwood
Half and full, non-slip bolster
Light weight (63g - 180g)
No $$$
Wusthof Classic
Wusthof Classic
Forged
Full tang, triple riveted
Synthetic, hygienic
Full or half bolster
Mid-range weight (220-260g)
Yes $$$$
Wusthof Classic Colours
Wusthof Classic Colours
Forged
Full tang, triple riveted
Synthetic, hygienic
Full (except santoku)
Mid-range to hefty weight (268-840g)
Yes $$$$
Wusthof Classic White
Wusthof Classic White
Forged
Full tang, triple riveted
Synthetic, hygienic
Full (except santoku)
Mid-range weight (220-260g)
Yes $$$$
Wusthof Classic Ikon
Wusthof Classic Ikon
Forged
Full tang, triple riveted
Synthetic, hygienic
Half bolster (with butt bolster)
Mid-range weight (280g)
Yes $$$$
Wusthof Classic Ikon Creme
Wusthof Classic Ikon Creme
Forged
Full tang, triple riveted
(In cream) Synthetic, hygienic
Half bolster (with butt bolster)
Hefty (320g)
Yes $$$$
Wusthof Crafter
Wusthof Crafter
Forged
Full tang, triple riveted (brass)
Smoked Oak (water resistant)
Full & half bolster
Light-range weight (100-190g)
Yes $$$$
Wusthof Ikon
Wusthof Ikon
Forged
Full tang, triple riveted
African Blackwood
Half bolster (with butt bolster)
Hefty (380g)
Yes $$$$$
Wusthof Performer
Wusthof Performer
Forged
Full tang
Honeycomb structure Synthetic
Full bolster (except Santoku)
Mid (200-300g)
Yes $$$$$

Glossary

  • Stamped: cut out from a large sheet of steel and heat treated, making the blade lightweight
  • Forged: made from a single bar of steel which is repeatedly heated and hammered to the desired shape and sharpness, making it heavier and much more durable
  • Tang: the extension of the blade that runs into the handle of the knife
  • Partial tang: the tang extends into the handle of the knife but it doesn’t go all the way to the end, making it lighter to handle
  • Full tang: runs all the way from the tip of the blade to the butt of the knife, giving it good balance and better leverage
  • Bolster: the thicker part of the knife where the handle and blade meet
  • Half bolster: the ridge junction doesn’t go all the way to the edge of the blade from the top of the spine, which allows for a longer cutting edge
  • Full bolster: the ridge junction goes all the way to the edge of the blade from the top of the spine, giving better protection and heft
  • Butt bolster: the butt is that back end of the handle, a butt bolster is a thicker steel cap at the back of a knife for better balance, reinforcement and durability
  • Ptec sharpened: Precision Technology from Wüsthof for better sharpening

Why buy Wüsthof from Yuppiechef?

  • Made in Solingen, Germany, since 1814
  • Yuppiechef is an Authorised and Trusted Retail Partner of Wusthof Knives
  • Yuppiechef sells genuine Wusthof products

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