Best Chefs Knife Review: Wusthof Classic 8-Inch Cook's Knife

Best Chefs Knife Review: Wusthof Classic 8-Inch Cook’s Knife

Wusthof Classic 8-Inch Cook’s Knife

Produced by one of the most respected cutlery manufacturers in the world, the Wüsthof Classic is made of high carbon stainless-steel. Wusthof’s newest state of the art technology utilizes a computer-controlled method for putting the edge on their Classic knives. With this newer precision, the knives are made sharper to 14 degrees per side for a total of 28 degrees.

The Wusthof Classic line is the more conservative counterpart to the Grand Prix line. The difference is in the handle style. It is easy to clean as it has no wood in the handle to harbor microbes. It will not stain, pit or rust and will hold its edge.

It hefts a very good weight to take the labor out of chopping. And if you like heavier knives, this is one of the heaviest out there.

Click here to check out current prices on the Wusthof Classic 8-Inch.

Wusthof Classic 8-Inch Cook’s Knife Features

Heavy 8-inch blade superior for chopping and other cutting tasks
Forged high-carbon stainless steel blade, hand-honed for razor sharpness
Traditional-style composition handle is triple-riveted for strength
Dishwasher safe (although we at Best Chefs Knife do not recommend doing this)
Lifetime guarantee
Dimensions: 14.6 x 3.2 x 1 inches ; 9.6 ounces

Wusthof Classic 8-Inch Cook’s Knife Reviews

Our research into the Wusthof Classic Cook’s Knife turned up a lot of extremely positive reviews. Many reviewers stated it was simply the sharpest chef’s knife they’ve ever owned. It cut evenly and cleanly, and was easy to maintain the sharp edge for years with a proper honing steel.

Many reviewers remarked despite being heavier than other brands such as Chicago Cutlery and Global, the Wusthof Classic has a perfect balance. This is due in part to Wustof’s focus on handle design and the build of the blade as it relates to the base. In high-quality chef’s knives, the blade (or tang) is one piece all the way through the handle. This allows for the weight of the knife to be balanced closer to the center of the knife.

One professional chef commented that he switched from Henckel Pro-S knives to Wusthof Classic knives over 2 years ago and has been very happy with this decision. One drawback, he stated, was that over time the Wusthof handles had been known to chip, potentially crack and could need repair. However, as this is a professional using this chef knife on a daily basis under an extremely heavy load we feel this would be normal wear and tear. In a home setting very few knives come under such stress.

Several reviewers stated that the Wusthof Classic 8-Inch Cook’s Knife was hard to beat if you use the proper professional grip. This means placing your thumb and index fingers around the bolster and wrapping the remaining fingers around the handle. Such a grip gives better control, straighter cuts and narrower slices than gripping all fingers around the handle. One buyer was concerned as she has small hands and this is a large handled knife, but after use she felt very comfortable with the balance and fit.

Best Chefs Knife Recommendation

Overall, nearly all reviews we found added a large amount of credibility to the Wusthof 8 inch. Cooks’ magazine recently did a comparison test of chef’s knives and put this knife at the top of their list. We feel very comfortable recommending this knife for the home and professional chef.

Where to Buy

Suggested price for the Classic is $150. If you go to Williams-Sonoma it will run you about $120. Surprisingly, we have found Amazon.com to have the best price overall on chef knives. Click here to get the Wusthof Classic 8-inch at Amazon’s discounted price.

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6 Comments at "Best Chefs Knife Review: Wusthof Classic 8-Inch Cook’s Knife"

Grainger July 3rd, 2011 (#)

HI I already have a Wusthof which I do really like but are you going to review Henckels? I have a Henckel santoku and I’m thinking about getting their chefs knife. Thank you.

admin July 3rd, 2011 (#)

Hi Grainger-

We are working on collecting more info but should have a Henckel review up shortly. Stay tuned!

Human Rights August 25th, 2011 (#)

Nice post. Thanks for sharing.

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A very nice selection of high quality knives. Wusthof knives are forged and not stamped. The materials used in a knife directly reflect on its ability to be sharpened and to hold an edge once it is sharpened. I have made knives, forging and pounding out the blade, then hardening and grinding and finally polishing. It is so rewarding and fun at the same time.

There really is a BIG difference in the cookie cut blade and those that are forged, although, progress today has produced very good materials from which to stamp a blade from, but you won’t always get that material when buying cheap.

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