Forged for long service
A single-piece forged blade, full tang and triple-riveted handle give the knife a conventional, durable structure.
WÜSTHOF
Classic 8" Chef's Knife
A full-tang, fully forged Solingen chef's knife with a 58 HRC blade, full bolster and resilient triple-riveted synthetic handle.
- Score
- 7.9/10
- Est. life
- 25 yrs
- Cover
- 50 yrs
Last-known catalog price
$170.00
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Product Overview
WÜSTHOF's Classic 8-inch chef's knife is the current black-handle SKU 1040100120. The broad forged blade is sized for everyday chopping, slicing and mincing, while the full bolster adds hand protection and a familiar weight-forward German feel. WÜSTHOF lists a 58 HRC blade, 14.5-degree edge angle, 9...
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Specifications
- OverviewBrand
- WÜSTHOF
- OverviewProduct category
- chefs-knives-and-cutting-tools
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 25 years · We Buy It For Life editorial estimate
- Materials & BuildMaterial
- Forged; full tang; full bolster; three stainless-steel rivets
- Materials & BuildCountry of origin
- Germany; forged knives made in Solingen
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
Maintainable edge
The 58 HRC steel is designed to balance edge retention with straightforward honing and resharpening.
Lifetime defect cover
WÜSTHOF gives the original consumer limited lifetime coverage for defects in materials and workmanship under normal culinary use.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
8.9
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Feature Richness
5.9
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Build Quality
8.7
The manufacturer documents forged construction, a full bolster, a full tang and a triple-riveted synthetic handle.
Reliability Score
8.9
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Longevity
Durability Rating
9.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Wear Resistance
8.4
WÜSTHOF specifies 58 HRC and laser-controlled PEtec sharpening for the Classic series.
Component Replaceability
4.9
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Design Timelessness
9.3
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Serviceability
Repairability
8.8
The care instructions explicitly support ongoing honing and resharpening with a stone, steel or hand-held sharpener.
Spare Parts Availability
5.5
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Warranty Coverage
8.0
WÜSTHOF publishes a limited lifetime warranty against workmanship and material defects for the initial consumer under...
Service Network
5.9
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Value
Total Cost of Ownership
8.3
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Resale Value Retention
7.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
User Satisfaction
8.7
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
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What is the product’s manufacturer SKU?
The black-handle version of the WÜSTHOF Classic 8-inch Chef’s Knife is listed under manufacturer SKU 1040100120. The product data identifies that variant separately from other handle-color versions.
What kitchen tasks is this knife designed for?
WÜSTHOF describes this 8-inch chef’s knife for common preparation tasks such as mincing, chopping, and cutting meat, fish, fruit, and vegetables. It is presented as general-purpose equipment for professional chefs and home cooks.
What construction details are documented for the black-handle version?
The product listing identifies a forged German-steel blade with a full tang and a black synthetic handle secured by three rivets. These details describe the listed construction; they do not by themselves establish a performance or longevity guarantee.
How does WÜSTHOF describe the warranty?
WÜSTHOF’s warranty page states that its knives carry a lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects and provides a process for requesting a warranty review. The statement does not establish coverage for ordinary wear, misuse, or damage outside the manufacturer’s warranty terms.
Is the black-handle SKU listed as available?
At the time the product data was read, the black-handle variant with SKU 1040100120 was marked available and listed at $170. Availability and price can change, so the live product page should be checked before purchase.
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