Should I contact Williams and Sonoma about this knife? .but theyre probably a step up. Extremely sharp and easy to sharpen. Looks like Ikon to me. Use warm water and mild dish soap. If not sharp, correct the angle some. 1. And it can also make quite a splash as a gift. And chef knives, Lordy! Whew :), I would like to second the above comment! Do you know if the Wusthof hollow-edged knives are able to be used by left-handed people? A wider blade can power through large fruits and vegetables (like butternut squash or heads of cabbage) or large quantities (think cubing up pork tenderloins) without being overcome by the food. Whether or not you can get there or not, youd probably get a kick out of reading my post: Wusthof Knives Outlet Store Bonanza for details Best, KKG, No, darn it, Im on the opposite coast. So sets have their place. .Im curious. Hi, how does the Wusthof Classic 8 Chef knife compare to a K Sabatier German style chef knife? . And finally, the back of the box looks like this, which doesn't quite match up with that advertised on Amazon, but could it be because of the 200 years of knives edition thing? Honing, and sharpening, are both crafts and arts. Only use the coarse slot to sharpen your knife once or twice a year. Why Use a Professional Knife Sharpening Service? They certainly looked nicer than the ones we had. The website mentions a DLC (diamond-like coating) but dont know what difference that makes. Glad to be of service and thanks for letting me know! There were many that condemned her for being foolish to do so. And I just tested it out in my slightly smaller 17-slot block and it fits fine as well. I think its more up-to-date than my video (sorry!). And if the specs match the Epicurean (my research would indicate they do), then you can also count on a roomy handle (longer than the Classic) with plenty of knuckle clearance. You are using an out of date browser. To review: All knives are forged from the same steel. Below-listed are the steps to follow to use the whetstone. I'm disappointed that they are fake, but I am pleased that my fiance was trying to get me something nice. Santokus and Japanese-Asian-style blades come in a range of shapessome pointier, some longer or wider than others. There is no marking whatsoever on the knife. The best way to tell is by asking the manufacturer of the knife. You have rekindled my interest in Wsthof knives, and Im adding the extra wide classic variety to my list of purchases, thanks to this great list of yours. Id love a hollow-edged knife but cant find out if the European hollow-edged knives are the same on both sides of the blade. When I got them I realized something I never noticed on Wusthofs before. You invariably get a knife (or honing steel or kitchen shears) you dont really needthe 6-inch utility knife being the classic culprit. You can see the roughness of the edge with the naked eye if you inspect it under bright light. 1 1/2; 1 1/2; 1 1/2; 1 1/2 6. Even though you lean towards Wusthof, I cant help but feeling that you would thrive with a Japanese blade. Hi David, Glad to be of service. Hi, Guru! .but you will need to take good care of them. . Please feel free to follow up with any addition questions. The trident is the Wusthof copyright symbol. Wusthof Epicure 2-Piece Prep Knife Set The shape of the handle is different from those in the other product lines. Especially if youre doing a whole set. Wusthof knife sets are a terrific way of starting a knife collection. I must admit, Im not a huge fan of paying a premium for steak knives. Improved sharpitude, these babies can slice! .especially of Wusthof. Comment If you need the core knives for a home kitchen and you want them all to look alike and fit in their own blockthis is the type of set youre looking for. Many thanks, Calum. figuring out whether your daughter would prefer an extra wide 6-inch chef over a standard width is a tough call. Start with a clean, dry blade. . . I was nearly sold on the Classic Icon, but wanted to understand the difference between it and the Classic. Your article was exactly what I was looking for, thank you! And thanks much for letting me know. I wish it was around when I was looking to buy my first grown-up knife set a few years ago. . Wusthof Santoku knives are laser cut to an 11 degree angle on each side. Of course one can go for many months without sighting even a Silverpoint parer. 2. You dont happen to live in the NYC area do you? There is nothing out of the ordinary about this steel, but it's tough and definitely won't rust. . If you're looking for a top-quality knife that will serve you well for many years to come, a Wusthof knife may be the perfect option for you. If youre looking for beauty and performance, there are better values to be had. Theres a 9-inch Wusthof Classic Ikon resting in my 22-slot Wusthof knife block as I write. Below is a sampling of sets that cover a range of blade quality as well as style, fit, and finish. .how embarrassing! Priced from $55 to $375. This is the knife to buy for that very special person whos passionate about cooking and appreciates fine things. Currently, there are sales on a 12-piece Gourmet set (with the stamped knives) for $150, including a block and steak knives. Did she end up purchasing a knock off or can this happen with a stainless steel blade? What is your opinion of the hand held knife sharpener? You mentioned to be aware of knockoffs. As long as youre comparing similar linesvery important. I keep going back and forth between Henkels and Wusthof while also considering Lion Sabatier. The only possibly problem I can forsee is that the top slot (as many of the upper slots) is designed to handle the width of a chef knife. The Wusthof Culinar design produced the best and most effective cuttingly tool that Ive come across in my 65 years of cooking. Wusthof Classic Ikon 22-Piece Block Knife Set @ Amazon This is just about the largest set you can buy in the Classic Ikon line. There are 3 rivets in the handle which have a slight verdigis (so are brass or copper). Because of the amount of cooking you do and the amount of veggies you must prepa Japanese blade would allow you to soar. The dimensions are as follows are the same as our Sur La Table 22-slot Knife Block. . (Im in the middle, depending on the knife.) You could get them on Amazon, or even cheaper (and still new), on eBay. Armed with this knowledge, I went in to the store and found that they were able to beat the best online deal I found without even asking. . .Ive been meaning to publish a blog post on knife blocks for four or five years. They are high-quality knives, no doubt, but the tactile feedback I was looking for just wasnt there. You cannot beat that! These are set aside for your smaller knives such as your steak knives, utility and paring knives as well. Wusthof Ikon (Blackwood) 8-Piece Knife Block Set @ Amazon Beautiful, top-of-the-line set. So other than Bed-Bath-Beyond, few stores carry top-of-the-line knife brands. On the 20cms chef knife there are three numbers after made in Solingen/Germany 7/21/20. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Yes, you never know how competitive a store might be willing to be. THE LAST OF US Explores Ellie's DLC Backstory | Ep. Protect those edges!) The smell was horrible and its been ridiculous trying to find a replacement. That do seem light and flimsy. If you are constantly shoving your Shun chef knife into a snug-fitting slot and grazing the cutting edge against the wood, then thats dumb. True, its a sleek, contemporary designlike a Classic Ikon with a handle thats morphed from polypropylene to steel. Plus, IMHO, they look just as nice or nicer. I just got a set of Wusthof knives from Amazon, and I'm a little worried that they might be fake. Buy a lesser line Wusthof or Henckels first. Im just going through the agony of choosing a fixed set (for economy) and individual pieces (for utility). As I see it, there are two basic reasons to buy a wide chef knife: 1) to give your gripping hand more knuckle clearance, and. Im sure of it. Thanks for the rave :) And thanks for the heads up on Wusthofs Urban Farmer series! No more slipping off a tomato skin or not slicing completely through. So, if it were me, I offer two solutions: 1) Buy 4-piece set of Gran Prix II steak knives and mix and match. Plus, it's a tad longer than other handles, so larger hands won't feel constricted. Its 3.0 mm. And it's plastic and unlikely to last like the Classic. Use light pressure when sharpening. They have a black, monotone logo/name printed on the blade. Washing your Wusthof Knives. As far as this years Wusthof stash is concerned, it was restrained. Repeat this process, always pulling the blade from the heel to the tip never back and forth through either the coarse or the fine notch. 4) Skip ordering from Amazon and order directly from one of Wusthofs authorized retailers online. And my Classic Nakiri reads: 4193/17cm. I called Wusthof and spoke briefly to their knife sharpening dept., they said they sharpen to the correct edge for the German or Asian style knife. Place the whetstone on a flat, slip-resistant surface with the coarse side facing up. . Our company is run for 8 generations by the same family. I ended up going with the Icon the 8-piece, 17-slot walnut block set. 1) Whatever you do, please dont buy Chicago Cutlery. They could provide more variety here. I did all the research and never have found time to finish it. So even though its, technically, an inch shorter than the chef, it can handle the same amount of food with ease. Here are some other quality ideas I would consider (some require stretching your budget): Probably my first pick as far a quality and sharpitude are concerned. Fix-It Sticks Compact Ratcheting Multi-Tool Review. To your second question, What are the most essential knives to have in your kitchen? . Use only the weight of the knife and slowly pull the knife toward you through the appropriate notch. No fun at all. Having read your article I decided on a Wusthof Classic 8-inch chef. .they will be closer to the angle. Its not really post-worthy. There are a whole lot of kitchen knives out there, arent there? I used your guide as a road map. You must cook in large quantities, David. Is that because you see an issue with them? . Regarding the edge angle: 1) Because its a thick blade, and 2) because its meant to function as a cleaver, my guess is that the edge angle would need to be rather wide for modern standards, probably around 20-22 degrees. Wusthof knife edges are all created Western style, with the same bevel on both sides. Hi, I want to say your article is extremely thorough and written in a very clear, easy to read language. Black polypropylene handle that (like the Classic) looks and feels like stained/varnished wood. The Wusthof knife set includes 4.5'' utility knife, 6'' utility knife, 8'' chef's knife 9'' double serrated bread knife, 9'' sharpening steel, come apart kitchen shears, 9-slot Acacia knife block. Unfortunately, I couldnt find any Wusthof in the stores I visited to give them a feel. Im thrilled! I think I like the feel of this chefs even better than the Classic Ikonsomething about the balance and the natural wood. Mix and match your favorite, most-used knives and create your own perfect set that neatly tucks away in this beautiful wood block.. Then, within each category, Ill focus on the six Wusthof knife lines Ive recommended above, touching on sets/blocks worth considering, and drawing some distinctions. Im not sure if one block is better than another for this problem. And, unlike everything else Wusthof-ian, theyre made in China. One thing Id be very very careful about is knockoffs. except as stated. Honyaki is a single material, and typically forged high carbon steel (considered the top grade knife in Japan). Yes, there are steak knives. Im a beginning a cook and I dont know what is betterif I buy a santoku knife or classic 8-inch chefs knife. PLAN #1 Wusthof Classic 8-inch Chef w/paring: $170 Wsthof Two Piece Starter Set 3.5 Pairing Knife and 8 Cooks Knife (9755) Mercer OR Dexter-Russell Bread knife: $ 15 Mercer Culinary M23210 Millennia Wide Wavy Edge Bread Knife, 10-Inch Dexter-Russell Basics P94804B 10 Scalloped Slicer/Bread Knife, Subtotal: $185 / $65 leftover Messermeister ceramic hone: $25 Messermeister Ceramic Rod Knife Sharpener, 12-Inch OR, MAC ceramic hone: $55 Mac Knife Ceramic Honing Rod, 10-1/2-Inch, PLAN #2 Henckels Four Star, 4-inch paring: $30 Zwilling J.A. And one more question: What three basic knives should I have in my household as a fan of cooking? Hope this helps! For a Wusthof Santoku knife, you'll want to use an angle between 15 and 20 degrees. As a matter of fact, an extra-wide 6-inch chef is very close to a santoku-sized blade which many chefs prefer over the classic 8-inch chef and find extremely handy for a variety of tasks. It also has, what Wusthof calls, a second half-bolster at the very end of the knife where the steel core spreads out to cover the entire butt and which aids greatly in the balance act. A small price to pay for the extra chopping power. I could only find that some people thought it to be too light for a workhorse chef knife. So if I would be wasting my money with the Gourmet set, I will get him a Henckels or Chicago cutlery set for half the price to tide him over until he will appreciate finer knives. Notice the Urban Farmer comes in close to the Gourmet: Wusthof Urban Farmer: $80 (reg $100) Wusthof Classic: $130 Wusthof Classic Ikon: $160 Wusthof Gourmet: $85 Wusthof Corden Bleu: $80 (a steal!) It's not as thick, and the slightly rounded shape makes for a really comfortable fit in the hand. The blades so light and nimble and natural in the hand, youll hardly be aware. I bet they are both 3.0 mm. Theyve been discontinued for much too looooong. Buuuuut. As you grow your kitchen knife collection, adding specialty knives, etc., you can rest assured youll find it in the Classic series. On the other other hand, you really cant go wrong with a regular 6-inch chef. I was pretty excited about the knives, because we've been using the cheep Farberware knives we received as a gift. There are 12 smaller slots on this block that measure approx 1 long X 1/8 wide. .yes, a road trip! Everything generally runs 1/4 of the Amazon price. (Right: An 8-inch chef knife next to a 14-incher at the Wusthof outlet store in Norwalk, CT.). For example: Wusthof has its PEtec patented sharpening system which helps ensure knives come from the factory as consistently sharp as possible. # 1 You can easily be cut when unloading the dishwasher. At any rate. I still have one question: How long should the Wusthof Classic Ikon paring knife be? The store have been around since 1959, and I will buy every knife I need from them for life. But the highlight of the sale was a large collection of Ikon Blackwood kniveschefs, slicers, santokus, parerswith minor imperfections in the handles, going for a song. In the meanwhile, let me also remind you that the Classic Ikon Creme is one of the smaller collections. Either knife could work for you. I also saw on at least one of the professional knife sharpeners website, they do a standard 20 degree sharpening. BUY NOW $200225 @ Sur La Table / Amazon This bad boy is a fantastic option for cooks doing some serious slicing. On the other hand, compared to the Amici chef, the santoku is lighter (by an ounce) and more compact. Id appreciate your thoughts/recommendations (Id love to design and build my own). Sabatier is a particularily odd brand in that it never was properly trademarked. The blade is a full half-inch wider than chef at the heel and keeps a lot of its width to the tip. Ive got some feedback/suggestions for you brewing. In my book, the original Grand Prix (sans II) stands pretty much the same in the line-up as the updated Grand Prix II. In Chinese, chai dao means vegetable knife. One of the main elements bumping up the price are the steak knives. The shape of the blades will differ slightly. Most of them use the advertisement option (Instagram ads, FB ads, Google Ads, etc.) It all depends on the way you are slicing (ideally, push/pull cuts) and what kind of food youre slicing (not overly gooey). The first generation dates back to the beginning of the 19th century. Ive tried to give you a roadmap that you can return to again and again when youre feeling lost. 2) This is an expensive knife. Because theres a tremendous Wusthof outlet sale going on right now (in Norwalk, CT), from today (Thursday) thru Saturday. Please be crystal clear that the steel, the blade geometry, the cutting performance, will be exactly like the Classic and the Classic Ikon. This babys got a high scoopability factor3/8 wider (or taller) than the Ikon santoku above. :) KKG. So it will be easier to clean and should resist staining much better than wood. Edge Angle. Wusthof Classic: BUY NOW $125150 @ Sur La Table / Amazon Wusthof Classic Ikon: BUY NOW $160200 @ Sur La Table / Amazon Double-serrated might sound like a gimmick, but its not. First off: 9 cm = 3.5 inches; 12cm = 4.75 inches. . And not as massive. All my knives are ALWAYS at least a 1/4-inch narrower than the width of the slot theyre stored in to give them plenty of clearance. Again, thank you for the comprehensive reviews! Just remember this one, most important, thingstick to the forged lines. Grand Prix is just Wusthofs older version of the current Grand Prix II line. Plus, the shears, steel, and block. And if you desire to benefit the most from what the brand offers, you should stick to the forged lines (as opposed to the stamped) and be fully aware as to what those lines are. Im looking to buy a new santoku knife. Heres hoping my partner loves them as much as you do! Like you mentioned, being patient is the key. I have now been led down the path to quality knife ownership. That extreme hardness implies one positive and two negatives. Usually 5 or 10 dollars. But if you really love the extra-wide size and need it in an eight-inch knife, I would simply buy the Classic. I hope to study some videos on knife skills (we live in the middle of nowhere, so no in-person classes) once I have decent tools! BUY NOW $170200 @ Sur La Table / Amazon. Wusthof has three basic care tips for their knives: 1. I dont think you have anything to worry about. Regardlessthe other thing I love about this knife (and santokus in general) is the scoopability factor. You know, the way you can use the wide blade to scoop up what you youve just chopped and toss it in the pot. My head is spinning! Buuuut, they do go through an additional step of getting a drop-forged bolster (in the spot where the blade meets the handle) which gives them more heft than the stamped Gourmet. If you want a slimmed down, agile santoku, this is not the one for you. Wsthof 22-Slot Knife Block Beechwood block has room for three cooks knives (including wides) up to 10 long. For Sale: Custom & Semi Production Knives (Dealer), KnifeMaker's Market: Knives & More for Sale, Wanted: Knifemaker / Craftsman / Related Services, Busse / Swamprat / Scrapyard Knives For Sale, For Sale: Traditionals, Slipjoints, "Old Timey", International (Non-US) For Sale & Trade Forums, https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1LJS3uUR8RuVEpRVE5ERWlGRU51X1BmYUJOdTVmZmFVSEJB/edit?usp=sharing. I suppose if you do a lot of butchering, cleaver-type work, in the kitchen, and dont want to have to switch knives all the time when you go to prep veggies, then this blade might be useful. How to Care for a Knife Sharp Take out your Honing Steel. So I mostly use my kitchen knives on fruits, vegetables and herbs while still occasionnaly cuting up fish or meat. (Miyabi comes to mind, but most of those are made with Japanese steel.) I just read about your recommended professionals for knife sharpening and also your video on how to hone a knife. Crate and Barrel carries a wide variety of knife sets from the simple 2-piece carving set that includes a slicer and meat fork, to larger sets with a variety of knives, a knife block, kitchen shears and sharpening steel. From what I understand, it is important to hone and sharpen to the factory degree edge, or one is creating a different edge. I will likely research magnetic blocks and look for those less prone to scratch the knives. I cant thank you enough for all your expertise! For cleaning, they have thwse rubber erasers on chefknives or similar chef knife websites. . Please dont be upset with me. . I started off with 4 extra wide paring, 4-1/2 cooks knife, and the 8 extra wide cooks knife all in the Classic line. And, yes, you can feel the subtle difference of the natural wood in your palm. If you are sick and tired of your bread knife sliding off crusty peasant bread loafs, or smooshing down baguettes before actually carving into them, your time has come. Then I stumbled on the Wusthof line after watching a couple of chefs on YouTube. Evenly position the blade at a 14-degree angle to the stone. And please continue poking around the KKG websitetheres a wealth of information stockpiled here :). If the number is in the database, enjoy your new Wusthof knife. Which features do you prefer? Are you sure youre not rounding your knife tips through incorrect honing? Thats whats kind of cool about it. the Gourmet line deceptively looks like the Classic line from the picture, but it's far inferior. .although it does pretty much have the basics, around 18 knives :), I heard back from my contact at Wusthof who said she has owned a set of Cremes for nine years and has experienced zero staining. So it looks like its not something to worry about :) KKG. You will get the hang of it. Place the honing steel pointing downwards with the tip of the steel resting on a nonslip surface. A road trip would definitely be in order. In my opinion, any one of them could do the job. When I turned 60, I gave myself what I had always longed for: a good set of knives. Oh, one other important detail. Im researching quality knives of multiple lifetime durability to add to my wedding registry and your analysis here is absolutely comprehensive. Also, please be aware, a thin blade is not necessarily your enemy. There's no denying that Wusthof knives are expensive-some models cost almost $100 each. Thanks for the Hong Kong offer. And the same thing goes when you pull it away from the metal magnetic bar. I have enjoyed reading all the comments here. Remove possible redundant keywords (ie. So there are numerous companies that are allowed to operate under the Sabatier name. Pro Tip: Continuously pour water on the whetstone while sharpening. Also, if youre only investing in a single knife, its not such a big deal if your purchase fails to knock it out of the park. Youre most welcome Jessalyn. For those who already own an 8-inch chef and are adding on, or are certain they want a smaller chef knife, heres a set with a 6-inch chef: Wusthof Classic Ikon 2-Piece Knife Set (6-inch chef) @ Amazon / Sur La Table, @ Amazon In celebration of 200 years of knife making, Wusthof has issued a limited edition 2-piece set in a vintage style circa 1920s. However . Wsthof is one of the leading manufacturers of chef's knives. Nice article! How to Cut a Pineapple. We recommend using a honing steel for regular maintenance and a sharpening steel when your knife needs an edge reset. Im not big on handheld knife sharpeners. It sports 8-, 9-, and 10-inchers and, in case youre cooking for an army, 12- and 14-inchers, too. Finding a Professional Sharpening Service Reviews of Professional Knife Sharpening Services, RE steels/hones and sharpeners and their differences If you read these articles, they will help bring you out of your knife-edges darkness and into the light :), Whats a Honing Steel? What angle do you sharpen Wusthof knives? These sets run from around $120 to $200. Even if you are super careful, the magnets have a tendency to grab and slap the knife edge up against the magnet. I bought a Wusthof 4564/20cm knife in a thrift store for 50 cents! Wusthof Classic Ikon 7-Piece Knife Block Set (also with a Walnut block) @ Sur La Table / Amazon same in Classic Ikon Creme (with slim block) @ Amazon. Also, my knives are supposedly a "200 years of knives" edition, but this makes comparisons hard with images online. While maintaining the angle, slowly slide the blade across the stone from the tip of the blade to the heel. But let me query one of my sources at Wusthof and see if I can confirm. Wsthof Two Piece Starter Set 3.5 Pairing Knife and 8 Cooks Knife (9755), Mercer Culinary M23210 Millennia Wide Wavy Edge Bread Knife, 10-Inch, Dexter-Russell Basics P94804B 10 Scalloped Slicer/Bread Knife, Messermeister Ceramic Rod Knife Sharpener, 12-Inch, Mac Knife Ceramic Honing Rod, 10-1/2-Inch, Zwilling J.A. Remove from water and place on a sturdy surface for stability. I handled (in store) a Victorinox Classic chefs knife and it felt too light. Wusthof Stainless-Steel Steak Knives, Set of 6 @ Amazon Set of 8, with Wooden Case @ Amazon Rave reviews, best value, serrated blade. A little research and I found that that is normal and nothing to worry about. An 8-inch chef knife is the standard for home kitchens and theres a reason whyits big, but not too big. Hope youve had a successful tour through the world of Wusthof! Much lighter and thinner. What does that add up to? So the Gourmet might wear pretty well. Wsthof (also known as Wsthof Dreizackwerk (German) and Wsthof Trident (English); sometimes spelled Wusthof or Wuesthof) is a knife-maker based in Solingen, Germany.Family owned for seven generations, the company's main products are mid-priced to high-end kitchen knives for domestic and professional use. I love the look of the knife. My daughter owns the 8 Classic and the 3 1/2 paring knife which she purchased as a set. For example: If youre chopping up a mess of large onions, the wider blade will not get lost in the mounds of onions as easily as a regular-width blade. Anyway, this is what I can tell you: This knife is NOT in the Classic series because it has no bolster. This is much sharper than what German-style knives used to be sharpened at (around 22 degrees) and shows the influence of the Japanese invasion. The slot for the scissors measures approximately 1 1/4 L X 1/4 W The slot for the honing steel measures approximately 3/4 X 3/4 The remaining slots measure as follows: 2 1/2 X 1/4 [10 deep] 1 1/8 X 1/8 [10 deep] 2 1/8 X 1/4 (X2) [10 deep] 1 3/4 X 1/16 1 1/4 X 1/16 (2) 3 1/8 X 1/4 (mini-cleaver slot), Shun 22-Slot Bamboo Knife Storage Block Bamboo block slots are not quite as large as the above blocks from Sur La Table. And, finally, if you want to be more traditional, then a chef knife would be the way to go. A few words would be helpful. Wusthof has been making exceptional cutlery carefully crafted in Solingen, Germany since 1814. Expert?! If all your kitchen knives simply must match (mine dont), that would be a definitive reason to go with the Classic line. Nor have the screws come out of the wood handle, or the wood or plastic handle become dislodged from the blade where they meet. The decision I am trying to make is whether to buy this set or splurge on the extra wide 6 chef knife. I have $250 to spend and need the three basic kitchen knives (and apparently a ceramic hone). The extra wide will just be slightly heavier because of the extra steel on the blade. The sets below feature an 8-inch chef and a 3 1/2-paring knife. I have a number of Wusthof knives. I want to get my brother a starter knife set for his first apartment, but the $350 I paid for my Classic set is out of reach. I think there are three things that differentiate it: 1) the handledifferent texture and shape, 2) the shape of the blademore of a continual curve with not much flat area, perfect for rocking, and it might be wider, 3) the thickness of the bladethis is just a wild guess. The official list: paring knife, two utility knives, bread knife and sandwich serrated, 6- and 8-inch chef knives, 5- and 7-inch santoku, boning knife, 8-inch granton carver (no fork), and eight steak knives. But unless you know for sure you want a shorter chefs, I dont recommend them. Please consider buying a ceramic hone. First off, the forged lines are, nowadays, not individually drop-forged from a rough blank, but laser-cut from rolls of high-quality steel. I considered getting him a 3-piece set of Classic, however the utility of a complete knife set will likely outweigh the benefits of a quality knife set for him at this point in his life. I was wondering if someone would ever get around to asking me about this! Step 3: Gently press down on the top of the blade while rotating the handle counterclockwise. I have just received a 16cm Wsthof Cooks Knife (1040100116 Kochmesser) and have the sense that I have been tricked, but I may be wrong. Thanks so much for catching the d typo. And then again, it might be much like a Classic Ikon with a different handle. . Here is how you use a Wusthof handheld knife sharpener: Step 1: Place the blade of the knife into the center of the sharpening stone. One (my Classic IKON santoku) has the make up of the steel: X50CrMoV15. Personally, I think knife blocks are just fine for storing kitchen knives, even those with super-fine edges. This seems obvious to me. I suppose if I had bought the swivel version, that extra raised space would have helped. Makes chopping and cutting a breeze. She would now like a 6 chef knife. It doesnt look like it and judging from the price, probably doesnt. Actually, I dont categorically prefer Wusthof over Henckels. 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