WÜSTHOF Classic 8" Chef's Knife, Black

High quality, renowned chefs knife. I see why it is beloved by millions of cooks; it just feels nice to use and works very well. Excellent materials and craftsmanship. It came out of the box razor sharp. It will cut through carrots and onions like butter. Feels well balanced, has good size and heft and is very versatile. I use this all day and it cleans easily with just a little soap and water. I have the 8" and now I want the 6" version as well.

This is not a cheap knife and there is a difference. It arrives very sharp and I can get it almost as sharp using a whetstone. The steel is a little softer than cheap knives but that allows it to get so sharp again. We use it almost daily and it needs another sharpening about once a month or so to return it to top form. It's not difficult or time consuming and makes a huge difference. You won't regret getting this kitchen knife if you cook a lot.

I am absolutely thrilled with my 8-inch Wüsthof Chef's Knife! From the moment I unpacked it, I could tell this was a high-quality tool. The knife is incredibly sharp and cuts through everything with ease—whether I'm chopping vegetables, slicing meat, or dicing herbs, it performs flawlessly every time. The blade holds its sharpness well and makes food prep so much quicker and more precise. The handle is comfortable and ergonomically designed, making it easy to grip, even during extended use. It’s well-balanced, which contributes to a smooth and effortless cutting experience. I’ve used other knives in the past, but nothing compares to the performance and sharpness of this Wüsthof. If you're looking for a reliable, sharp, and durable chef's knife that will make your kitchen tasks easier, this is the one to get. Worth every penny! Highly recommend!

I love this smaller French knife. Great for processing vegetables and other smaller kitchen jobs. It’s so easy to handle and the craftsmanship is second to none. And it comes sharp. It bit me the first time I used it.

I have Henckel knives, but this Wustof knife is of a higher caliber. It cuts through vegetables like they were butter, and won't "wear out" after repeated sharpenings. It has a heavier handle than most knives, which balances out the blade to make cutting more effective. If you do a lot of cooking, this is the right tool to make you feel like you've graduated from a cook to a home chef.

I married into this knife 25 years ago, and she had it 10 years before that...and it's still my go to knife every day. The 6" is so easy to maneuver for slicing, dicing, chopping, etc. I only go to the 8" chef's knife for the occasional larger item. We've sharpened it only twice in all these years and it comes back super sharp and stays that way for a long time. Make sure you get this one, which is forged, and not the "Goumet" line, which is stamped; ten years from now you'll forget the price difference but still be enjoying the superior cutting.

Used 1 at in-laws, and bought one for our home - Great knife !

So I had to clean it.... Not sure why and that kind of was not cool, but things happen. It wasn't food dirt, not sure what it was. No matter. Decent packaging and it has a sharp edge, looked not clean but felt good in hand, does a great job. If you know the brand you'll know it's a very good price. Invest in a good knife and you'll never have to invest again!

Look, if you really want a sharp knife but are not a chef, do not go for this. I asked for this as a birthday present and I cut my hand in the first use. It is not suitable for regular household kitchen habits. I would normally wipe the foods that is stuck on the side of the knife with my finger. It is how I slid my finger open. It was a small cut, but it is not suitable for mistakes. It will chop off anything in its path. Now I am scared to go near it. It is a great knife though.

Best of it's class. Well balanced, comfortable grip, great construction, high rockwell hardness in the steel means it keeps an edge well also. Wusthof knives are the standard for a reason. Great knife.

Nachdem ich dieses Messer nun einige Monate benutze kann ich nur meine Empfehlung aussprechen. Das Messer ist in der Handhabung sehr angenehm und gut austariert. Sprich liegt sehr gut in der Hand. Wenn es richtig scharf ist muss man sehr aufpassen, da das Messer alles schneidet, was sich ihm in den Weg stellt :-) Ich habe das Messer inzwischen sowohl professionell nachschleifen lassen, als auch selber zwischendurch nach geschärft. Ich kann nur Bestnoten vergeben und würde es mir selbst immer wieder kaufen. Das ist auf jeden Fall ein Kauf für sehr viele Jahre der Nutzung. Gibt es in der Küche was schöneres als ein gutes scharfes Messer 🔪

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Half price because it has a brown handle? I can live with that. Lovely knife