Wüsthof kitchen knives are world-renowned, and much appreciated by professional chefs. The German cutler's manufacturing processes are constantly evolving to guarantee incredible sharpness and extended durability.
Knives combining modern technology and traditional craftsmanship
This Wüsthof chef's knife 1040130116 is just such a knife! It features a sharp stainless steel blade. The material used isX50CrMoV15 alloy. This is a very interesting material, since it offers a very good ratio of durability of cutting edge to ease of sharpening. In fact, the knife's final hardness is 58 HRC. This value enables you to maintain excellent cutting capacity even after repeated use. To sharpen it, you can simply take a Sharpening steel and run a few strokes over it. What's more, with its 15% chromium content, the knife is highly resistant to corrosion.
Wusthof also uses PEtec technology. This is a technical sharpening process that uses a laser to measure the blade before sharpening. Thanks to this technology, adapted robots sharpen the blade with extreme precision!
Wusthof Classic knives areforged from a solid piece of steel. It is then heated and shaped into its final form. This guarantees tenfold strength, since there are no welds.
Exceptional comfort and absolute control
The black handle is made of synthetic material (POM) for easy maintenance of your chef's knife. It is completed by 3 stainless steel rivets that lock the full tang blade. This indicates that the steel extends all the way to the center of the handle.
The special feature of this model is its half-bolster. In fact, the bolster does not extend over the heel of the blade. This increases the knife's lightness, while facilitating the sharpening process.
Finally, it is NSF-certified. This organization tests quality and certifies that materials are not harmful to health and can therefore be used in professional environments.
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