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Classic Hollow Edge Butcher Knife 20 cm | 8 inch

Classic Hollow Edge Butcher Knife 20 cm | 8 inch
Classic Hollow Edge Butcher Knife 20 cm | 8 inch

Classic Hollow Edge Butcher Knife 20 cm | 8 inch

$240.00
$240.00

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With its bold profile and wide tip, the WÜSTHOF Classic 8" Artisan Butcher's Knife tackles the toughest home-butchering jobs with safety and efficiency. More versatile than your typical butcher's knife, the razor-sharp blade is ideal for all things carving, trimming, skinning, portioning, and slicing — it's also hefty enough to break down large fruit and vegetables. The hollow edge both reduces drag and prevents food from sticking to the blade, while the pronounced "belly" of the blade — the slight curvature in the centre — results in smooth, comfortable slicing. A full bolster provides optimal balance and helps protect your fingers from the blade, while the large, triple-riveted handle allows for a solid grip and superior durability.
Cutting

Cutting

Fruit

Fruit

Meat

Meat

Vegetables

Vegetables

Specifications
Handle
Length
4.5 in
Production
SKU
1040107120
Method
Forged
Rockwell hardness
58 HRC
Country of Origin
Germany
Blade
Length
8.0 in
Width
1.9 in
Cutlery
Type
Butcher Knife with Hollow Edge
Series
Classic
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.

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When you use a WÜSTHOF knife, you can be sure that you are holding one of world’s best kitchen tools in your hand.

We have been developing and manufacturing our products in Solingen, Germany, the “City of Blades,” since 1814 – loyalty that pays off in the quality and reliability of our family business, knife by knife.

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High quality WÜSTHOF steel: Our special stainless steel is durable, corrosion resistant, easy to sharpen, and reduces wear on the blade. Ideal for chef’s knives.

Unrivaled performance: Our superbly balanced and ergonomically designed handles ensure that every knife fits perfectly in the hand. Ideal for you.

WÜSTHOF stands for knives. For the moment when your knife glides effortlessly through your fresh ingredients.
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Material Premium forged steel engineered for lasting strength and corrosion resistance. Often stamped or made from standard steel blends that may sacrifice durability or rust resistance.
Sharpness 20% sharper than standard knives, thanks to laser-guided PEtec technology. Factory-sharpened blades that start strong but dull faster and lack precision honing.
Craftsmanship Hand-finished in Solingen, Germany with 200+ years of expertise and precision in every detail. Mass-produced or partially outsourced craftsmanship that lacks the same heritage and consistency.
Corrosion Resistance
 Exceptional rust resistance for a blade that stays beautiful for decades. Prone to staining or rust if not carefully maintained—especially with frequent kitchen use.
Edge Retention Stays sharper twice as long as ordinary knives, reducing the need to re-sharpen. Edges wear faster over time, requiring more frequent sharpening and touch-ups.
Limited Lifetime Warranty Limited lifetime warranty – a promise backed by generations of quality. Lifetime coverage may exist, but with less transparency and variable service depending on the brand.

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Questions? We Have Answers

What sets WÜSTHOF knives apart from other brands?

WÜSTHOF is one of the few brands permitted to use the label “Made in Solingen” on our knives rather than the less restricted “Made in Germany.” Solingen, Germany is the steel manufacturing capital of the world and, as such, needed to take precautionary measures against fraudulent products bearing the prestigious name, “Solingen.” In 1938, Solingen became the only city in the world whose name is a registered trademark. To bear the name Solingen, all key manufacturing stages must have been processed and finished within Solingen, and the product must meet strict quality standards. This means that even cutlery manufactured entirely within Solingen’s town boundary may not be entitled to bear the name Solingen if it does not meet these required quality standards.

Some of our competitors use the label “Made in Germany,” which does not carry the same significance. We have the honor of labeling our products “Made in Solingen.”

What is Precision Edge Technology (PEtec)

WÜSTHOF’s proprietary state-of-the-art technology incorporates a computer-controlled method for putting the edge on forged knives. Using laser-guided precision, our knives are 20% sharper with twice the edge retention. All forged knives are manufactured using PEtec.

What do the numbers printed on my blade mean?

The number etched on your blade indicates the year it was made — just add “20” in front of it.

In some cases, you might see a second number, which shows the blade length in centimeters.

There is no item number printed on the blade.

Examples:

• “25” means the blade was made in 2025.

• “22 / 20” means the blade was made in 2022 and is 20 cm long.

What is the difference between forged and laser-cut stamped knives?

Forged knives go through over 40 steps in our factory to create the top quality blades WÜSTHOF has to offer. Forged knives include a bolster, which helps to balance the knife. Laser-cut stamped blades go through 14 steps in our factory, and are more economically priced. They are lighter in weight, and do not have a bolster.

What are the most important knives to start a set?

The most important knife in any kitchen is the chef’s knife, and after that, it depends on your own personal preferences when cooking.

How do I keep my knives sharp?

WÜSTHOF knives can be honed and sharpened using a hand-held sharpener, an electric sharpener, a sharpening or honing steel, or a whetstone. We recommend using the same brand sharpener as your knife collection, to ensure that the material used is the correct hardness for the steel on your knives. Our sharpening angle for standard blades is 14˚ per side, and for Asian-style blades (Santokus, Nakiris) is 10˚ per side. We offer a variety of sharpening products with pre-set angles. Learn how to use our different sharpening tools here.

For Professional Mail-in Knife Sharpening:

Eversharp

344 Taft St NE

Minneapolis, MN 55413

Phone: 612-379-1300

Email: info@eversharpknives.com

www.EversharpKnives.com

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Reviews

Overall rating: 4.902439 / 5 from 41 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The WÜSTHOF Classic 8" Artisan Butcher's Knife is praised for its perfect weight, great design, and impressive quality. Customers appreciate its comfort, sharpness, and ability to handle tough home-butchering jobs efficiently.

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  • Weight: 14%
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Review highlights

  • "The knife has a great feel, weight and design make for easy work." — Eric K.
  • "Perfect knife nice and light weight easy to use" — Jacob R.
  • "Great design and comfortable to use Great quality" — Jeramie S.

Reviews

WÜSTHOF classic 8” butcher knife with hollow edge.

"I used it to cut meat for our dinner extremely sharp and well balanced. Great addition to our Wusthof collection."

— Leslie B. (5/5)

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"I purchased this knife on account of its unique blade. I dont use it much for dicing. But I do for random other items. Its a pretty fun knife to have in my collection! And it's quality is unmatched."

— Lida L. (5/5)

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"This knife is extremely sharp and well balanced."

— Uriah C. (5/5)

Outstanding Knife

"Chopped a cabbage effortlessly"

— Anthony C. (5/5)

Great Knife

"Great Knife"

— Richard O. (5/5)

OMG!!!

"The words my son used when he just opened the knives we got him for his birthday today! He is very familiar with the brand and ranks them as one of the best in the world, so he was in shock & thrilled to receive two knives. He has used Wusthof knives before & loves them but didn’t think he would ever be able to own one. Now he has two, and he couldn’t be on happier! He can’t wait to use them! They are beautiful, and he loves the feel and perfect balance of them. I’m not a chef & do t know knives, but these feel amazing and seem very high quality. I’m glad they are something my son dreamed of owning!"

— Laurie G. (5/5)

Great Butchers knife

"I bought this knife to complete my collection of 8 Wusthof knives. I do a fair amount of but hearing of big cuts of meat I buy for smoking. This is the perfect knife for that purpose."

— Nicholas G. (5/5)

Great, but a bit large for my habd

"Great sharp knife. Love it! Wish it came in a smaller size for my small hand."

— Elsa S. (5/5)

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"I had been looking at this knife for a while before deciding to get it. Its quality is first class and comes very sharp. I've already used it for a variety of kitchen prep tasks and and most especially carving, cutting meats."

— Tom J. (5/5)

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