499620 – Ikon – Chef's Knife – 20 cm

Wüsthof Ikon chef's knife with a plain edge 20 cm blade and grenadilla wood handle.
Features:
• Blade material: X50CrMoV15 stainless steel, 58 HRC hardness, forged from a single piece
• Blade length: 20 cm
• Blade width: 4.7 cm
• Handle: riveted grenadilla wood handle scales
• Overall length: 34.1 cm
• Weight: 270 g
Further manufacturer information:
Wüsthof Ikon series
Forged luxury. Every knife has a unique pattern. Sharp blade and premium wood.
With their special characteristics, the Ikon series knives make the holiday experience. The riveted handle, made of selected (sustainably grown) African grenadilla (Dalbergia melanoxylon), is striking and each piece has a unique pattern. Thanks to the special wood's water-resistant and hygienic properties, it is particularly suitable for kitchen use. At the same time, its natural, pleasantly warm feel and ergonomic shape make the handle a pleasure to hold and use. The unique geometry, with its double bolster, fits well in the hand, ensures optimal balance and provides even cutting, even over longer periods. Thanks to the half bolster the knife is lighter, which allows energy-saving work. The design also allows the full blade to be used and sharpened. The blade is forged from a single piece of high-quality X50CrMoV15 stainless steel with a 29° edge angle, characterised by a high level of robustness and durability. The blade runs through the full length of the handle (full tang). The final finishing by the experienced Wüsthof specialists, done by hand, delivers extreme sharpness and quick, easy cutting.
• Double bolster geometry – balance and ergonomics: the special geometry with a double bolster ensures balanced handling. The knife sits well in the hand and guarantees even cutting.
• Half bolster – the thinner bolster construction of the knife makes it lighter. This allows energy-saving work. The design also allows the full blade to be used and re-sharpened.
• Hollow edge: the practical knife with a short, curved cutting edge is particularly useful for peeling and cleaning round fruit and vegetables. Valuable vitamins remain intact thanks to the precision blade, which reduces food waste.
• Handle – the African grenadilla wood handle scales are riveted and assembled without gaps. The water-resistant wood is extremely hygienic and comes from controlled cultivation.
• Scalloped blade – when cutting, small air pockets form at the blade's hollows. This has the positive effect that thin or soft foods can be removed from the blade more easily during use and do not stick.
• Precision double serrated edge – the bread knife with its unique double-serrated edge cuts hard crusts as easily as soft bread, or large fruits such as pumpkin. The difference compared with traditional serrated edges is immediately noticeable.
Dishwasher use is not recommended.