WÜSTHOF Classic Ikon Chef’s Knife – Forged German Blade with Sleek Ergonomic Handle

Take control of your prep work with the WÜSTHOF Classic Ikon Chef’s Knife, the essential all-purpose kitchen tool designed for unmatched performance, balance, and comfort. Whether you're slicing onions, mincing herbs, or dicing meats, this forged chef's knife handles it all with razor-sharp precision.

Available in 6", 8", and 9" blade lengths, the Classic Ikon Chef’s Knife offers a size for every cook—from home chefs to culinary pros. The ergonomic contoured handle and double-bolster design deliver superior balance and control, especially for smaller hands or longer prep sessions. Forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel and sharpened using WÜSTHOF’s PEtec edge technology, it stays sharp up to 30% longer than competitors 🔥.

🔹 Multiple Blade Sizes (6–10") – Choose the perfect fit for your kitchen style
🔹 Ergonomic Handle with Double Bolster – Exceptional balance and fatigue-free control
🔹 Versatile Design – Ideal for slicing, dicing, chopping, mincing & more
🔹 PEtec Sharpened Edge – 20% sharper with 30% longer edge retention
🔹 Precision-Forged from X50 CrMoV15 Steel – Durable, stain-resistant & razor sharp
🔹 Triple-Riveted Full Tang Construction – Hygienic, balanced & long-lasting
🔹 Made in Solingen, Germany – Centuries of knife-making excellence
🔹 Lifetime WÜSTHOF Guarantee – Built to perform for life

Item Numbers:

• 6" – 1040330116 (formerly 4596-7/16)

• 8" – 1040330120 (formerly 4596-7/20)

• 9" – 1040330123 (formerly 4596-7/23)

💎 WÜSTHOF Classic Ikon Series – Next-Gen Evolution of a Classic

WÜSTHOF’s Classic Ikon line enhances everything you love about the original Classic Series—starting with a sleek ergonomic handle, now redesigned for an even more comfortable grip. The double bolster shifts weight to the rear of the handle, improving control, while the bolster-free heel lets you sharpen the entire length of the blade.

🛠️ Why Forged Steel Makes All the Difference

WÜSTHOF knives are hand-forged from X50 CrMoV15 steel, a premium German alloy known for its exceptional sharpness and edge retention. Each blade undergoes a precise heat-treatment and tempering process, giving it the strength and durability needed for everyday and professional kitchens alike.

Steel Composition Breakdown:

• X = Stainless Steel

• 50 = 0.5% Carbon – For sharper, longer-lasting edges

• Cr = Chromium (15%) – Corrosion and stain resistance

• Mo = Molybdenum – Adds toughness and strength

• V = Vanadium – Improves edge retention and hardness

Whether you're prepping weeknight dinners or hosting holiday feasts, the WÜSTHOF Classic Ikon Chef’s Knife is the go-to tool you’ll reach for again and again 🔪✨.

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 Storage

Proper storage of your knives and accessories ensures they will last for a very long time. There are three ways we recommend storing your knives and honing steels; 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. Make sure your knives are completely dry before storing to protect the quality of the cutlery and accessories. 

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. Wusthof knife storage accessories are not covered under warranty.