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Classic Hollow Edge Butcher Knife 20 cm | 8 inch

$215.00

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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.

Formulated for Optimal Sharpness

At WÜSTHOF's production factory in Solingen, Germany, forged knives are meticulously crafted through a process involving over fifty-four manufacturing steps. This process seamlessly blends innovative technology with the time-honored traditions of hand-made artisanship.

Each knife is:

Made from WÜSTHOF Steel, our proprietary blend of German steel is the optimal formula for durability fulfilling the strict requirements of an optimal 58° Rockwell.

20% sharper than your average knife thanks to our laser-assisted sharpening process.

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Heavy, yet balanced, to drive precision with every slice.

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Handle MaterialResilient synthetic handle, rivetedResilient synthetic handle, rivetedSynthetic handle, riveted
Weight9.56 oz9.45 oz6.49 oz
Handle Length4.5 in4.5 in5.3 in
MethodForgedForgedNon-forged
Rockwell Rating
58 HRC58 HRC56 HRC
Bolster
double bolsterfull bolsternone
Rivet
stainless steelstainless steelnone
Grind Angle29 °29 °28 °
Colours Available
Black
Crème
Black
White
Coral Peach
Pink Himalayan Salt
Purple Yam
Tasty Sumac
Velvet Oyster
Wild Blueberry
Black
Grey
White
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