Wusthof Classic Ikon 3 Piece Knife Starter Set

• This set contains the following: A Paring Knife, A Chef’s Knife, and Bread Knife
• Forged from a single sheet of high carbon steel making giving each blade the perfect heft and balance
• Skillfully honed/sharpened by hand and verified by laser for extreme sharpness
• Made in Solingen, Germany; lifetime warranty

WÜSTHOF Classic Ikon 3-Piece Knife Starter Set – Precision Meets Performance

Whether you're upgrading your cutlery or gifting a first kitchen set, the WÜSTHOF Classic Ikon 3-Piece Starter Set is the perfect foundation for serious home cooks and professionals alike. This essential trio includes the 3.5" Paring Knife, 8" Bread Knife, and 8" Chef’s Knife, each expertly forged to deliver unmatched performance and precision.

The Paring Knife 🧄 is ideal for detailed peeling and trimming, the Bread Knife 🍞 glides through crusty loaves and delicate tomatoes with ease, and the Chef’s Knife 🔪 handles everything from chopping vegetables to slicing proteins. All three knives are crafted with WÜSTHOF’s PEtec edge technology, offering sharper blades with longer edge retention.

Built in Solingen, Germany, these knives feature a full tang, ergonomic handles, and a double bolster design for superior balance and comfort. This sleek, modern set blends professional function with timeless elegance—backed by WÜSTHOF’s Lifetime Guarantee.

✅ Set Includes:

• 3.5" Paring Knife – Great for peeling, coring, and fine slicing

• 8" Bread Knife – Serrated edge slices through crusty bread and soft foods

• 8" Cook's Knife – All-purpose workhorse for chopping, mincing, and slicing

✨ WÜSTHOF Classic Ikon Features:

• 🔪 Precision-forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel

• ⚖️ Double bolster for improved weight and control

• 🖐️ Ergonomic synthetic handle with triple-rivet construction

• 🧼 Seamless fit for hygienic handling

• Made in Solingen, Germany

• 🛡️ Lifetime WÜSTHOF Guarantee

🧪 Knife Steel Composition (X50 CrMoV15):

• X = Stainless Steel

• 50 = 0.5% Carbon – Enhances edge sharpness and hardness

• Cr = Chromium – Improves corrosion resistance

• Mo = Molybdenum – Adds toughness and durability

• V = Vanadium – Boosts wear resistance and edge retention

• 15 = 15% Chromium content – Ensures long-lasting shine and protection

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.