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A modern powerhouse for old-fashioned food fans

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WÜSTHOF Crafter

As the name "Crafter" suggests, these are robust knives built for heavy use and hard work.

With brass riveting, handles made from luxurious smoked oak, and blades forged from a single piece of WÜSTHOF steel, the Crafter series is what happens when over 200 years of knife production meets the modern home kitchen.

Series Highlights

Modern blade, old world style

Smoked oak handles with traditional, triple-riveted brass rivets accent premium WÜSTHOF steel forged blades.

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Series Comparison

	Classic	Ikon
Series Highlight	Our best-selling series for generations	Bespoke knives to elevate the everyday
Handle Material	Resilient synthetic handle, riveted	African Blackwood
Weight	268.0 g	270.0 g
Handle Length	11.5 cm	11.4 cm
Manufacturing Method	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
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.	full bolster	double 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
Colours Available		–
Limited Lifetime Warranty
	Product Details Classic Chef's Knife 20 cm \| 8 inch Regular price £139.00 Sale price £139.00 Regular price Color: Black Product Details Consider the chef's knife the hero of your kitchen — it's an all-rounder in food preparation that supports the widest variety of kitchen tasks. A great chef's knife makes slicing and dicing a pleasure, which is one of the many reasons it is often the most used, most important kitchen tool for home cooks and professional chefs. The Classic series has been the best-selling WÜSTHOF collection for generations, featuring blades precision-forged from a single piece of WÜSTHOF steel hardened to 58 Rockwell; stainless steel rivets for extra durability; and a full bolster for optimal balance and safety. The WÜSTHOF Classic Chef's Knife is the ideal addition to any kitchen. Chopping Cutting Fish Fruit Herbs Meat Vegetables Specifications Handle Length 11.5 cm Production SKU 1040100120 Method Forged Rockwell hardness 58 HRC Country of Origin Germany, Solingen Blade Length 20 cm Width 4.7000 cm Cutlery Type Chef's knife Series Classic Care Instructions Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry. Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink. Safely store your knife using a storage solution. Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo. Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best. Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.	Product Details Ikon Chef's Knife 20 cm \| 8 inch Regular price £229.00 Sale price £229.00 Regular price 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 Production SKU 1010530120 Method Forged Rockwell hardness 58 HRC Country of Origin Germany, Solingen Blade Length 20 cm Width 4.7000 cm Cutlery Type Chef's knife Series Ikon Care Instructions Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry. Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink. Safely store your knife using a storage solution. Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo. Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best. Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener. Treat wooden handles periodically using a food-grade mineral oil to polish and restore the wood to its original luster.