WÜSTHOF Classic Black 8″ Chef’s Knife

The Wüsthof Classic knife series is number one in forged kitchen knives. The range of approx. 70 blade shapes offers the largest variety of models worldwide. Quality comes first: with 55 production steps and over 20 uncompromising quality controls, each Classic knife is perfectly crafted for all professional chefs and home cooks. The blades are forged from one piece of high alloy chrome molybdenum vanadium steel and include Wüsthof’s PEtec sharpening process for a blade that is extremely sharp, perfectly balanced, and made to last a lifetime. Wüsthof is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality premium knives for professional chefs and home cooks. Family owned for seven generations, Wüsthof was founded in Solingen, Germany, known as the “City of Blades” over 200 years ago. To this day, every Wüsthof knife is still expertly crafted in this legendary city. Excellent quality, sustainable performance and innovative ideas guarantee that production is among the most advanced of its kind. To meet the demands of every kitchen, Wüsthof offers a wide range of over 350 blades, including chef’s knives, specialty knives, utility knives, all-purpose knives, along with kitchen accessories and tools. From knife block sets, individual knives, honing steels, high-quality knife sharpeners, cutting boards and blade protection- you will always find a great gift idea for the professional chef or home cook in the Wüsthof range.

Wüsthof’s best-selling collection for generations, the Classic series offers a timeless design with superior performance and consistent quality. This premium line is an authentic piece for all food fans and sets the standards for quality and performance in the kitchen. With its vast selection of blade shapes and sizes, Classic offers the right tools for every professional chef and home cook.
The all-rounder in the kitchen -The Wüsthof Classic 8” Cook’s Knife is the most important tool in the kitchen and makes food preparation quick and simple. As part of every professional chef and home cook’s basic equipment, this cook’s knife is designed to handle any task including mincing, chopping, cutting meat, fish, fruit or vegetables.
Features a full tang that is triple riveted to the handle for added stability and precise control. Classic series handles are made of a highly durable synthetic material – Polyoxymethylene (POM) – which has a tighter molecular structure to resist fading and discoloration.
Each Classic Knife is forged from a single block of High Carbon Stainless Steel and tempered to 58-degree HRC for lasting edge retention, integral blade strength, and ease of maintenance. The Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention.
Family owned for seven generations, Wüsthof was founded in Solingen, Germany over 200 years ago. Wüsthof’s cutlery carries the Solingen name, a designation reserved for products that meet the strictest quality standards.