Performer | Bread Knife | Double Serrated | 23 cm

The Wüsthof Performer 23 cm double serrated bread knife has a black DLC-coated blade forged from X50CrMoV15 steel and a polyamide handle, weighing 268 g.

Wüsthof Performer series

The perfect knife for perfect control. Black, sharp, unsurpassed: unique design meets pure dynamism. The Wüsthof Performer series proves its worth with every use: exceptional quality for uncompromising performance. The ultra-hard blade coated with diamond-like carbon (DLC) reduces friction thanks to the lotus effect and glides precisely through both soft and hard ingredients. The non-slip honeycomb structure of the Hexagon Power Grip guarantees outstanding control. This knife will captivate you for life.

• Blade forged from a single piece of X50CrMoV15 stainless steel, 58 HRC
• Unique diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating with a surface hardness of 104 HRC
• Thanks to the lotus effect, the knife glides effortlessly through food
• Newly designed Hexagon Power Grip handle with a non-slip honeycomb structure
• Made entirely in Solingen, Germany
• Black, sharp, unsurpassed

Diamond-like carbon coated blade for outstanding performance

The DLC-coated blade is extremely hard and durable, the pinnacle of quality in the knife world. The black coating raises the surface hardness of the steel from 58 to a unique 104 Rockwell. For food lovers this is a remarkable advantage: its extremely robust nature makes it practically insensitive to harmful external influences, and the diamond-like surface is also highly heat-resistant. DLC was originally developed for the extreme conditions of space travel and motorsport; Wüsthof is the first knife manufacturer in the world to apply this technology to a fully forged knife.

The lotus effect: particles simply roll off

The Performer knife glides through food almost without friction. Thanks to the particularly low-friction, non-stick properties of the diamond-like coating and the lotus effect of the black DLC surface, particles simply roll off the blade. Freshly cut pieces of food, such as slices of a juicy onion, slide off: ideal when speed and precision are needed during intensive kitchen work. Thanks to the hydrophobic effect, all liquids simply run off, including acids from citrus fruit as well as fats and starches, for example from potatoes. Simply wipe the blade after each use and it shines like new.

The Hexagon Power Grip: total control, always

The high-performance DLC technology is perfected by the innovative, non-slip Hexagon Power Grip. Its non-slip honeycomb structure provides optimum grip and outstanding control in every situation. Even in wet or demanding working conditions the knife can be held firmly, so the blade can always be used safely and precisely. The glass-fibre reinforced polyamide handle is easy to handle and dishwasher safe, making it suitable for everyday use. Overall, the Hexagon Power Grip consistently complements the performance promise of the DLC blade.

Perfect fusion: high technology meets the knifemaker's craft

Cutting-edge technology and more than 200 years of knifemaking expertise go hand in hand in perfect balance. Inspired by the experience and ideas of four passionate specialists who value performance in every area of life. Developed by designers and engineers aiming for the unsurpassed. Made in one of the most modern knife manufacturing facilities in the world. This knife will captivate you for life.

Specifications:

• Blade material: forged from a single piece of X50CrMoV15 stainless steel, laser-sharpened, 58 HRC, black DLC coating (104 HRC surface hardness)
• Blade length: 23 cm
• Blade width: 4 cm
• Edge angle: 28°
• Handle: glass-fibre reinforced polyamide with honeycomb pattern, black
• Handle length: 11.9 cm
• Overall length: 34.9 cm
• Weight: 268 g

Additional manufacturer information:

The precise Wüsthof double serrated edge makes a clear difference on this bread knife: unlike a normal serrated edge, this knife is serrated within the serrations as well, which means it stays sharp for longer, needs less pressure and makes very precise, smooth cuts. Hard-crusted bread does not get crushed and produces fewer crumbs when sliced with this double serrated blade, while soft-crusted bread is also sliced cleanly without tearing its delicate surface.