Wusthof Classic Ikon Santoku, Hollow Edge Review

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(More customer reviews)This was the first "nice" knife I've bought, intending on getting an entire set over the next few months, and it is a winner.

Obviously the first thing you notice is the blade's sharpness (I almost sliced myself when I first picked it up).It will cut through pretty much anything with ease.I busted it out the night I first bought it and sliced some radishes paper thin with ease.In fact, the hardest part is avoiding your fingers.The santoku portion means foods you are cutting will slide off the knife because of the "air pockets" that the grooves create.

The next thing you'll start to notice is the balance of the blade itself.Even compared to other Wusthof knives, the Ikon is exceptionally more balanced and lighter in the hand.

Finally, on an aesthetic level, the African wood handle sold me.It's contoured so it fits your hand well, yet feels sturdy enough to last a lifetime.The lack of a huge "red" Wusthof symbol on the handle is nicer, in my opinion, than the more inexpensive Wusthofs.

My recommendation, save your money from buying inferior knives and buy this one instead.You won't regret it.

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Product Description:
Create culinary masterpieces in your home with this professional-quality Wusthof Classic Ikon Santoku knife. Styled after the classic Japanese cook's knife, this 5-inch Santoku knife has broad blade and especially sharp cutting edge as well as indentations that minimize friction and sticking. It's a great companion for mincing, slicing, and dicing a variety of ingredients. It's complemented by a riveted black handle design with a contoured shape to add comfort and control, and it's backed by a lifetime warranty.
A culmination of all the best features of each of the Wusthof knife lines, the Wusthof Classic Ikon line features blades that are precision-forged from one solid piece of steel and tempered to optimum sharpness. The Classic Ikon adds a rear bolster that acts as a counter balance when using the knife, which adds significant blade control. Classic Ikon also has a unique forward bolster, which is designed so you can sharpen the complete length of the blade. This bolster is also curvered inwards to allow your fingers greater control while holding the knife by the blade. A full tang extends through the handle for perfect balance and handling.
Made in Solingen, Germany--The Cutlery Capital of the World--Wusthof knives are made from a special blend of German steel and each blade is precisely tempered, which allows the knife to hold its edge for an extremely long time, yet still be able to be maintained in your home kitchen without the need to be sent away for maintenance. Wusthof also employs a unique compound angle that tapers from the spine of the knife to the edge to allow for a sturdy, yet extremely sharp edge.
Generally, the construction technique and the materials used to manufacture make all Wusthof knives dishwasher safe, but handwashing is recommended. Wash your knives with warm water and a little detergent, rinse carefully and dry with a towel. Corrosive food particles will not affect your blade if washed off directly after use.

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