Created by hand. Designed by nature. Cherished by life.

The WÜSTHOF Amici 1814 chef's knife takes the art of knife-work literally.

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WÜSTHOF Amici 1814

Designed by our team of experienced WÜSTHOF artisans in Solingen, Germany, our home for over 200 years, this masterpiece of a knife combines the long-lasting durability of our premium forged blades with the magnetic beauty of a centuries-old art form.

The stunning artwork on the stainless-steel blade was created in collaboration with Dario Cortini, a virtuoso Italian artist and one of the world’s few master engravers. Cortini spearheaded the knife’s art direction at the internationally famous Bottega Incisioni C. Giovanelli in Brescia, Italy, which for over 60 years has been a workshop, school, and point of origin for master engravers across the globe.The result is breathtakingly beautiful: this unique knife is at once a collector’s item, a work of art for the senses, and a workhorse for carving, slicing, and dicing in your kitchen.Limited edition: There are only 1,814 Amici 1814 knives worldwide.

Series Highlights

Decorative chef's knife with floral patterns on a white background

Real Craft. Fine Art.

Our collaboration with the Italian master engraver Dario Cortini marks the first limited-edition knife of the WÜSTHOF 1814 Collection. The skilled filigree engraving on the carefully forged blade pays homage to the natural diversity of Italy and to the artist’s boundless love of life.

“With the Amici 1814 chef’s knife, preparing food is both a craft and an art.”

- Dario Cortini, Master Engraver & Creative Director of the Bottega Incisioni C. Giovanelli School of Engraving

Wood handles with character: Every Amici 1814 chef’s knife is unique. The elegant, distinct grain of Calabrian olive wood creates an individual pattern on each knife, meaning no two handles are the same

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Amici 1814 Chef's Knife (Limited Edition) 20 cm | 8 inch

£1,299.00

Series Comparison

	Classic Ikon	Amici	Performer
Series Highlight	A perfect blend of classic design and modern luxury	Forged in Germany, inspired by Italy	Combining expert artisanship with cutting-edge technology
Handle Material	Resilient synthetic handle, riveted	Olive wood	Resilient synthetic handle
Weight	271.0 g	245.0 g	257.0 g
Handle Length	11.4 cm	11.3 cm	11.9 cm
Manufacturing Method	Forged	Forged	Forged
Rockwell Rating Rockwell Rating The Rockwell rating measures the hardness of a knife blade, with WÜSTHOF knives typically rated between 56-58 HRC, balancing durability and ease of sharpening. This ensures the knife can maintain a sharp edge for longer while still being user-friendly.	58 HRC	58 HRC	58 HRC
Bolster Bolster A bolster is the thick part of a knife between the blade and handle, providing balance and control while acting as a finger guard for safety.	double bolster	full bolster	full bolster
Rivet Rivet Rivets are metal fasteners that securely attach the knife handle to the blade, ensuring strength and stability. WÜSTHOF's triple-riveted design enhances durability and provides a comfortable, long-lasting grip.	stainless steel	aluminium	none
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	Product Details Classic Ikon Chef's Knife 20 cm \| 8 inch Regular price £169.00 Sale price £169.00 Regular price Color: Black Product Details The all-rounder: for mincing, chopping or cutting meat, fish, fruit and vegetables. This Cook’s Knife is an active participant in many kitchen tasks, makes food prepping pleasurable and is part of every professional and hobby cook’s basic equipment. The half bolster, the junction between handle and blade, reduces the weight of the knife, making it easier to handle. It also allows the entire blade to be sharpened more easily. Chopping Cutting Fish Fruit Herbs Meat Vegetables Specifications Handle Length 11.4 cm in Production SKU 1040330120 Method Forged Rockwell hardness 58 HRC Country of Origin Germany, Solingen Blade Length 20 cm in Width 4.7000 cm in Cutlery Type Chef's knife Series Classic Ikon	Product Details Amici Chef's Knife 20 cm \| 8 inch Regular price £259.00 Sale price £259.00 Regular price Product Details The all-rounder in the kitchen: the most important piece of basic equipment for every hobby and professional chef, the Cook’s Knife is suitable for most tasks in the kitchen, for the widest variety of cutting and gripping techniques, it makes food prepping a pleasure. Chopping Cutting Fish Fruit Herbs Meat Vegetables Specifications Handle Length 11.3 cm in Production SKU 1011300120 Method Forged Rockwell hardness 58 HRC Country of Origin Germany, Solingen Blade Length 20 cm in Width 4.7000 cm in Cutlery Type Chef's knife Series Amici	Product Details Performer Chef's Knife 20 cm \| 8 inch Regular price £329.00 Sale price £329.00 Regular price Product Details Our Chef’s Knife is the dynamic all-rounder in the kitchen. With its 20 cm blade, this professional knife is ideal for precise, powerful work on all types of ingredients. It is suitable for all knife techniques – making it the perfect all-purpose knife for food lovers and professional chefs. Diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating: the DLC-coated blade is the gold standard on the knife market. Thanks to the reduced friction, the blade glides effortlessly through both hard and soft clippings and is also resistant to external influences due to its extreme hardness. Hexagon Power Grip: the innovative, ergonomic handle with its offset non-slip honeycomb structure ensures ultimate control and is ideal for all working conditions. Chopping Cutting Fish Fruit Herbs Meat Vegetables Specifications Handle Length 11.9 cm in Production SKU 1061200120 Method Forged Rockwell hardness 58 HRC Country of Origin Germany, Solingen Blade Length 20 cm in Width 4.7000 cm in Cutlery Type Chef's knife Series Performer