Performer – Chef’s Knife – 20 cm

Wüsthof Performer chef’s knife with 20 cm blade and black handle.

Properties:
• Blade material: single piece of stainless X50CrMoV15 steel, forged, laser-sharpened, 58 HRC hardness, with black DLC coating (104 HRC surface hardness)
• Blade length: 20 cm
• Blade width: 4.7 cm
• Edge angle: 28°
• Handle: glass-fibre reinforced polyamide, honeycomb pattern, black
• Handle length: 14.2 cm
• Overall length: 34.2 cm
• Weight: 268 g

Further manufacturer information:
Versatile in the kitchen: the essential basic tool for every hobby and professional cook. The chef’s knife handles most kitchen tasks, a wide range of cutting and gripping techniques, and makes preparing food a pleasure.

Wüsthof Performer series
The perfect knife for perfect control. Black, sharp, unmatched: individual design meets pure dynamism. The Wüsthof Performer series proves its worth with every use: exceptional quality for unconditional performance. The ultra-hard, diamond-like carbon (DLC) coated blade reduces friction thanks to the lotus effect and glides precisely through both soft and hard ingredients. The Hexagon Power Grip non-slip honeycomb structure guarantees outstanding control. This knife will captivate you – for life.
• Single-piece forged blade in stainless X50CrMoV15 steel, 58 HRC hardness
• Unique diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating with 104 HRC surface hardness
• Thanks to the lotus effect, the knife glides effortlessly through food
• Newly designed Hexagon Power Grip handle with non-slip honeycomb structure
• Made entirely in Solingen, Germany
• Black, sharp, unmatched

Diamond-like carbon coated blade for extraordinary performance.
The DLC-coated blade is extremely hard and durable, the pinnacle of quality in the knife world. The black, almost magical coating raises the surface hardness of the steel from 58 to a unique 104 Rockwell. For connoisseurs this is a remarkable advantage: its extremely robust nature makes it practically insensitive to harmful external influences, and the diamond-like surface is highly resistant to heat. DLC was originally developed for the extreme conditions of space travel and motorsport; Wüsthof is the first knife maker 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, full of momentum. Thanks to the diamond-like coating’s particularly low friction and non-stick properties, and the lotus effect of the black DLC surface, particles simply roll off the blade. Freshly cut pieces, such as slices of juicy onion, slide off: an ideal situation when speed and precision are needed during intense kitchen work. Due to the hydrophobic effect, all liquids simply run off, including acids from citrus fruit, as well as fats or starches such as those from potatoes. Simply wipe the blade after each use, and the captivating blade shines like new.

The Hexagon Power Grip – full control, always.
The high-performance DLC technology is perfected by the innovative, non-slip Hexagon Power Grip. Its non-slip honeycomb structure provides optimal grip in every situation and outstanding control. The knife can be held securely even in wet or demanding conditions, so you can always use the blade safely and precisely. The glass-fibre reinforced polyamide handle is easy to handle and dishwasher safe: suitable for everyday use. Overall, the Hexagon Power Grip consistently complements the DLC blade’s promise of performance.

Perfect fusion: cutting-edge technology meets knife craftsmanship.
Cutting-edge technology and over 200 years of knife-making expertise are in perfect balance, hand in hand. Inspired by the experiences and ideas of four enthusiastic professionals who value performance in every area of life. Developed by designers and engineers aiming for unmatched quality. Made in one of the world’s most modern knife manufacturing facilities. This knife will captivate you – for life.