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Sunday 11-5 CST | |  | Chef's Knives | Home » » » » » Wusthof Classic Ikon 6-Inch Cook's Knife, Black | | | | | | | Description: | | The Cooks knife is the workhorse knife in any kitchen. Designed for a the multiple tasks of chopping, dicing and mincing. Wusthof Classic Ikon is a culmination of all the best features of each of the Wusthof knife lines. The combined riveted handle design is combined with a contoured shape to add comfort and control. The Classic Ikon adds a rear bolster that acts as a counter balance when using the knife. This second bolster adds significant blade control. Classic Ikon has a unique forward bolster as well. The forward partial bolster is designed so you can sharpen the complete length of the blade. This bolster is also curvered inwards to allow your fingers greater control while holding the knife by the blade. Located in The Cutlery Capital of the World, Solingen Germany, the Wusthof factory history goes back as far as 1814 when the company was listed with the Duchy of Berg. To this day, the company remains family owned. Throughout it’s history, Wusthof has focused almost solely on the manufacturing of forged knives for the professional chef and home cooking enthusiast. Wusthof uses a special blend of German steel through out the whole length of the knife. The ingredients of this steel are proudly etched on each blade. Wusthof not only uses the best materials to make a fine knife, but it is also crucial that each blade is precisely tempered. This tempering allows the knife to hold its edge for an extremely long time, yet still be able to be maintained in your home kitchen with out the need to be sent away for maintenance. Our unique compound angle is 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. | | | Features: | |
• Comforatable partial bolster give protect while allowing you to sharpen the entire blade
• Contured handles fit nicely in your hand for a comfortable secure grip
• High carbon German no stain steel
• Compound tapered blade is laser tested for sharpness and the correct cutting angle
• Made in The Cutlery Capital of the World Solingen Germany
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 10.0 inches | | Product Width:
| 2.0 inches | | Product Height:
| 1.0 inches | | Product Weight:
| 0.0 pounds | | Package Length:
| 12.6 inches | | Package Width:
| 2.8 inches | | Package Height:
| 1.0 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.45 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 33 reviews |
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16 of 16 found the following review helpful:
Ikon line is a worthy update to the Classic SeriesOct 30, 2008
By Senor Zoidbergo
I have knives from the Henckels Pro-S, Sabatier Grand Chef, Wusthof Classic, and Shun lines. I was curious to try the new Wusthof Ikon line, and I have to say, I'm hooked. There is a substantial premium over the regular Classic line of knives, but I'd have to say it's worth it.
Aesthetically, the new design is more pleasing, and has modern, flowing lines. The classic Wusthof red sticker is formed into the blade itself, so no more of the sticker coming off during washing! Also, the tang extends all the way to the bottom of the handle, ending in a sleek metal cap. Lastly, the bolster is much thinner, making the knife easier to sharpen.
Out of the box, my Ikon was as sharp as my Shun Nakiri. A few swipes on my steel made it even more so. After an hour of cutting, I greatly appreciated the new ergonomically designed handle. It really makes prepping much more comfortable. The overall balance is skewed slightly towards the handle, but not noticeably so.
In conclusion- a great update on the Classic line, with functional improvements. This is now the first knife I reach for from my block.
11 of 11 found the following review helpful:
Top of the line, for sure.Nov 17, 2010
By Jeff
This knife is ridiculously nice. It has seen use 4x per week, 30 minutes at a time on average, for 6 months now, and I've still not had to sharpen it. A minute or so of swiping on the honing steel keeps the edge super sharp. I've not had experience with other high end knives, so upgrading to this bad boy was truly a breath of fresh air. Absolutely with knives, you have to pay for the best.
That said, I happened to hear W&S had the Ikon Creme line on sale and this knife was a steal at 59 bucks!!!! With the matching 3 1/2 inch paring and the honing steel, I was out the door with two high end workhorse knives and a steel for about 110 dollars.
I have used the Henckels International line and Wusthof's Grand Prix and Classic lines, and the Classic Ikon line is the best of the best in German knives.
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Great Tools Are Worth Every PennyMay 16, 2010
By Roger Walkup
And if you cook a lot, that's what this fine knife is. The first things I noticed were the weight and the balance. This knife is heavier than knives of the same type and size from other manufactures. It is also very well balanced. The next thing I noticed was how well it fit into my hand; the profile of the handle is oval instead of squared off. This knife comes from the manufacturer very sharp, as you'd expect, but it is very easy to maintain the edge unlike previous knives we've owned.
Bottom line is if you cook once a week or less, this knife is really not worth the cost, but if you cook a lot and like to cook, this is a great investment.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Superb ChoiseMar 12, 2011
By Matthew R. Miller
"Professional Nerd"
I am a chef with VERY large hands. I always have problems with smaller knives. This 10-inch is great. There is enough blade depth and length so that I can cut with confidence. The balance is perfect, the blade is extremely sharp and easy to maintain, the tang and bolts are solid, and it is very, very durable. I cannot recommend this knife enough.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
The Perfect KnifeApr 05, 2010
By Adam Hescock
I'm a cook and this is definitely my favorite knife. The only one I really use at work outside of the occasional boning knife job. The handle is very comfortable and the broad curve of the blade combined with the nice weight of the handle makes the cutting motion very fluid and easy on your wrist. I took a long time to decide which knife I would choose as my main chef knife and I'm very happy with my decision. 100% recommended.
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