458636 | Classic | Chef's Knife | Heavy | 36 cm | Wide

The Wüsthof Classic heavy, wide chef's knife has a 36 cm blade forged from a single piece of 58 HRC X50CrMoV15 steel and a riveted black synthetic handle: 50.3 cm overall length, 756 g, an extra-large cutting tool for professional kitchens.

Wüsthof Classic series

Robust, sharp and functional: the classic kitchen knife series, with more than 70 different blade shapes (blade lengths from 6 to 36 cm), stands out for its ease of use and is the right tool for every home cook and professional. The blade is forged from a single piece of X50CrMoV15 stainless steel, hardened to 58 HRC, with a 29° edge angle. This special high-carbon, corrosion-resistant alloy ensures that the key properties of every Wüsthof knife are there from the start: a razor-sharp, long-lasting cutting edge, high rust resistance and an edge that is easy to restore. The knives are made in 55 refined production steps, from forging through hardening and sharpening to polishing, and every Classic knife passes more than 20 uncompromising quality checkpoints. They are especially sharp thanks to the laser-guided Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) sharpening process. Final finishing done by hand by experienced Wüsthof craftsmen gives exceptional sharpness and fast, easy cutting. The comfortable, durable handle scales are made of polyoxymethylene (POM), a synthetic material with a denser molecular structure that resists fading and discolouration. The full bolster protects the hand, providing safety and balanced weight distribution. The robust handle scales are triple-riveted for durability. Wüsthof technology delivers outstanding sharpness: very high initial cutting performance, exceptionally long edge retention, a long blade life, an optimal cutting edge along the full length of the blade, and unique, consistently high and reproducible quality. The Wüsthof Classic series is certified by NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) for public health and food safety.

• Hand guard: the ergonomic handle fits the hand well and the curved butt prevents slipping. The robust handle scales are fixed with stainless steel rivets.
• Full tang: the blade runs through the full length of the handle, giving the knife reliable stability. It also acts as a counterweight, keeping the blade balanced.
• Full bolster: the full finger guard reliably protects the fingers during everyday cooking, and the balance makes fast, precise work easier.

Specifications:

• Blade material: forged from a single piece of X50CrMoV15 stainless steel, laser-sharpened, 58 HRC
• Blade length: 36 cm
• Blade width: 7.1 cm
• Handle: riveted black synthetic scales
• Overall length: 50.3 cm
• Weight: 756 g

Additional manufacturer information:

The ergonomic handle was designed in consultation with professional chefs.

Full bolster/finger guard for safety and protection.

Please note: chef's knives are deliberately thin for perfect cutting performance. Cutting bones damages the fine edge.