Wusthof Classic Hollow Edge Chai Dao Knife - 7″

• A Santoku, a vegetable cleaver, and a chef's knife combined, this blade is a wonderful multi-purpose kitchen tool
• Hollow Edge prevents food from sticking to the blade
• Expertly forged from a single piece of high carbon, stain resistant German steel
• Hand honed, razor sharp PEtec edge provides you with the sharpest possible cutting edge
• Ergonomic and comfortable black poly triple riveted handle provides a sturdy grip
• Wusthof Classic 7 Inch Hollow Edge Chai Dao item number 8888-7
• Made in Solingen, Germany; Lifetime Warranty

WÜSTHOF Classic Chai Dao Knife – 7" Forged Hybrid Blade for Vegetables, Herbs & More

Discover the perfect fusion of form and function with the WÜSTHOF Classic 7" Hollow Edge Chai Dao Knife. Inspired by traditional Chinese cleavers and modern Santoku knives, the Chai Dao delivers the versatility of a chef’s knife with the power and precision needed for high-volume vegetable prep. Its broad, curved blade makes it ideal for rock-chopping, thin slicing, and crushing garlic or herbs against the cutting board.

Equipped with hollow edge indentations (granton edge) to prevent sticking and a razor-sharp PEtec-honed blade, this forged masterpiece slices smoothly through everything from cabbage to zucchini. The extra-wide blade surface also doubles as a tool for lifting chopped ingredients straight to the pan 🍲🧄.

🔹 7" Curved, Hollow Edge Blade – Ideal for chopping, dicing, slicing & crushing
🔹 East-West Hybrid Design – Blends chef’s knife, vegetable cleaver & Santoku
🔹 Granton Edge – Prevents food from sticking during prep
🔹 PEtec Precision Sharpening – 20% sharper with double the edge retention
🔹 Forged from X50 CrMoV15 Steel – Sharp, strong, and stain-resistant
🔹 Triple-Riveted Full Tang Handle – Balanced, ergonomic & hygienic
🔹 Made in Solingen, Germany – Centuries of premium knife-making
🔹 WÜSTHOF Item #: 1040135617 (previously 8888-7)
🔹 Lifetime Guarantee – Engineered to perform for life

💎 WÜSTHOF Classic Series – Precision Forged, Professionally Trusted

The Classic Series is WÜSTHOF’s flagship line—each knife is forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel, offering unmatched balance, edge retention, and durability. The X50 CrMoV15 steel ensures your blade stays sharp and resists staining, cut after cut.

Steel Breakdown:

• X = Stainless Steel

• 50 = 0.5% Carbon – For strength and long-lasting sharpness

• Cr = Chromium (15%) – Protects against corrosion and wear

• Mo = Molybdenum – Adds durability

• V = Vanadium – Enhances hardness and edge retention

🛠️ Why the Chai Dao Knife Is a Game-Changer

Unlike traditional cleavers or Santokus, the Chai Dao’s curved blade allows for a rocking motion perfect for herbs and fine chopping, while its wide surface lets you scoop and transfer with ease. Fully forged and weighted for stability, this knife is built for fast, efficient cooking ⚖️🥒.

Whether you’re prepping stir-fry, dicing onions, or thin-slicing tofu, the WÜSTHOF Classic Hollow Edge Chai Dao Knife brings balance, power, and precision to every cut 🥢✨.

Care of Knives

Honing and Sharpening 

Honing or sharpening depends on whether your knife has lost its sharpness or if it is really blunt. A blade's loss of sharpness can be treated using a honing steel. For dull, blunt knives, use a sharpener. To ensure a beautifully sharp blade, we recommend you hone your knives regularly, after each use.  Regular honing prevents blades from deteriorating quickly.

Cleaning

Clean your knives right after use. Thoroughly wash your blades with a non-abrasive sponge or brush, then dry immediately afterwards. Use warm soapy water. Always carefully dry your knives with the blade facing away from you to prevent unintentional injuries. While Wusthof knives are suitable to clean in the dishwasher, we recommend you hand wash only to prolong the life of your blades. Dishwashers can cause your blades to rub against objects during the cycle, causing the blades to deteriorate.  

Proper Knife Storage

Proper storage of your knives ensures they will last for a very long time. There are three ways we recommend storing your knives; knife blocks, magnetic bar holders, and special cases and space saving rolls. Knife blocks help your knives to sit beautifully on your counter top, while keeping them close at hand. Magnetic bars safely hold your knives and provide space. Special cases and space saving rolls allow you to easily transport your knives without causing damage or harm.

Cutting Surfaces

Cutting Surfaces should be smooth, easy to clean and "give" on contact while cutting. J.L. Hufford recommends wooden, bamboo cutting boards, or quality polyethylene boards. Avoid surfaces that can dull or damage the knife such as china, marble, granite, tile, Formica, porcelain, stainless counter tops and glass. Remember to thoroughly clean cutting boards immediately after use after use to prevent harmful bacteria growth from developing.

Warranty

WÜSTHOF cutlery is manufactured with the highest quality standards and fulfills the required DIN (German Industry Standard) as well as the EN (European Standard).
WÜSTHOF cutlery is fully warranted to be free of defects in material and craftsmanship. The warranty does not apply for normal wear or misuse.