Buy Wusthof Ikon 4-1/2-Inch Utility Knife with Blackwood HandleWusthof Ikon 4-1/2-Inch Utility Knife with Blackwood Handle Product Description:
- 4-1/2-inch multi-purpose utility knife with a pointed tip
- Precision forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel
- Full-tang, riveted handle handcrafted from African Grenadill wood
- Washing by hand recommended; made in Germany
- Measures approximately 7 by 1/2 by 1/2 inches; limited lifetime warranty
Product Description
A useful addition to any cutlery collection, this multi-purpose utility knife by Wusthof features a 4-1/2-inch blade with a pointed tip. Use it for anything from mincing shallots, onions, and fresh herbs to cutting and slicing fruits and vegetables. Overall, the knife measures approximately 7 by 1/2 by 1/2 inches.
As part of the Wusthof Ikon collection, the knife comes precision forged from a single piece of high-carbon steel to ensure outstanding strength and balance. Laser tested for accuracy, the unique, compound angle of the blade tapers from the spine of the knife to the edge to create a sturdy, yet extremely sharp cutting surface. It also tapers from the bolster to the tip to give the knife enhanced strength and flexibility. Even more, Wusthof knives offer sharp, precisely tempered blades that allow the knife to hold its edge for an extremely long time (while still being easy to maintain). Another thoughtful detail includes the full-tang handle, which comes riveted for strength; ergonomically designed for a secure, comfortable grip; and handcrafted from African Grenadill wood (African Blackwood)--one of the hardest types of wood, which expands and contracts less than most traditional woods. Ikon knives also feature a rear bolster that acts as a counter balance during use for added control, as well as a forward bolster that makes it possible to sharpen the complete length of the blade. Made in Solingen Germany, "The Cutlery Capital of the World", Wusthof knives carry a limited lifetime warranty and should be hand washed for best results.
From the Manufacturer
In the culinary world variety and preparing something outstanding is the key to success. Due to this, Wusthof offers more than 350 different kinds of knives to be able to provide the perfect knife for everyone. No matter which kind of blade and handle shape you are thinking of--Wusthof has the right knife for all your needs.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
Simply stunning knife
By K. Beam
Wusthof Blackwood Ikon knifes are a true work of art by one of the best cutlery companies in the world. Befitting their position at the very top of the Wusthof line of cutlery, the Blackwood knives are not only visually stunning, they are also a true pleasure to use. While I could go on and on about what sets these particular knifes apart from their counterparts, not only from other cutlery companies but from other Wusthof knifes, but suffice to say that once you own one you will rapidly start making all kinds of excuses to replace your other knifes with these.To date I've now accumulated 4 of Blackwood knifes, much to my wife's delight, and plan on purchasing another 3 to round out our collection.FYI, I totally agree with this statement: "Perhaps the most basic and versatile knife for paring, peeling, trimming, and dicing fruits and vegetables, with a slightly longer blade for preparing larger fruit, herbs, and onions." This particular knife was my first Blackwood purchase and it is the most frequently used knife that we own.BTW, you can find these knifes at a very well known auction site, for approximately 1/3 of the MSRP. However, be careful at that site because some sellers are advertising Ikon Classics as Blackwoods, which is simply untrue. The real Blackwood knifes have dark brown handles, not a black handle.
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