Black knife with red and yellow accents on a red background

Maximum Performance

The knife for perfect control.

WÜSTHOF Performer

Black, sharp, unsurpassable – unique design meets pure dynamism.

WÜSTHOF Performer delivers what you have achieved in your daily life: exceptional quality for unconditional commitment. The ultra-hard, Diamond-Like-Carbon (DLC) performance finish prevents food from sticking to the blade and allows it to glide through any food with uncompromising ease. The non-slip handle with Hexagon-Power-Grip© structure guarantees extreme control – for a lifetime!

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High-Performance Innovative Technology

Series Highlights

Hexagon-Power-Grip© Technology

The new handle structure is a genuine WÜSTHOF innovation. The glass-fiber-reinforced material ensures uncompromising grip, even under demanding conditions. The perfectly arranged hexagons reflect the light like diamonds, giving this series its graceful, dynamic character. Our inspiration? The high-performance tires in racecars.

Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Performance Finish: DLC is a high-tech process pulled from aerospace and motorsport designs. It protects crucial components from wear and increases their resilience. This special finish increases the surface hardness of the forged steel by 146%, making the blade extremely resistant to acids, bases, and scratches.This sleek carbon layer (DLC) also reduces friction. The blade glides effortlessly through food so less force is required. Think: smooth, safe, effortless slicing.

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Performer Precision Double-Serrated Bread Knife 23 cm | 9 inch

£319.00

Performer Chef's Knife 20 cm | 8 inch

£329.00

Performer Santoku with Hollow Edge 17 cm | 7 inch

£329.00

Performer Chef's Knife 16 cm | 6 inch

£274.00

Two black kitchen knives with DLC-coated blades and ergonomic handles, one with a slim powerful blade suitable for paring, and the other with a broader blade suitable for chef's tasks.

Performer Paring Knife 9 cm | 3 1/2 inch

£205.00

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Series Comparison

	Classic Ikon	Performer	Amici
Series Highlight	A perfect blend of classic design and modern luxury	Combining expert artisanship with cutting-edge technology	Forged in Germany, inspired by Italy
Handle Material	Resilient synthetic handle, riveted	Resilient synthetic handle	Olive wood
Weight	271.0 g	257.0 g	245.0 g
Handle Length	11.4 cm	11.9 cm	11.3 cm
Manufacturing Method	Forged	Forged	Forged
Rockwell Rating	58 HRC	58 HRC	58 HRC
Bolster	double bolster	full bolster	full bolster
Rivet	stainless steel	none	aluminium
Colours Available		–	–
Limited Lifetime Warranty
	Product Details Classic Ikon Chef's Knife 20 cm \| 8 inch Regular price £175.00 Sale price £175.00 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 Production SKU 1040330120 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 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.	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 Production SKU 1061200120 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 Performer 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 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 Production SKU 1011300120 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 Amici 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.