{"id":158570,"date":"2026-07-30T05:33:18","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T02:33:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/?post_type=product&#038;p=158570"},"modified":"2026-07-30T05:33:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T02:33:18","slug":"shop-wusthof-classic-ikon","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/product\/shop-wusthof-classic-ikon\/","title":{"rendered":"Shop W\u00fcsthof Classic Ikon"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>W\u00fcsthof Ikon 8 Inch Chef\u2019s Knife<\/h2>\n<p>The W\u00fcsthof Ikon chef\u2019s knife is a German-made kitchen knife with an 8 inch blade, designed for everyday prep with a balanced feel and a clean, professional look. It features the Ikon series\u2019 black synthetic handle and double bolster design for added heft and control in use.<\/p>\n<h3>Key features<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>8 inch chef\u2019s knife<\/strong> for general kitchen tasks<\/li>\n<li><strong>Double bolster design<\/strong> for balance and a solid grip feel<\/li>\n<li><strong>High carbon stainless steel blade<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Precision forged<\/strong> from a single block of steel<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tempered to 58\u00b0 HRC<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>PEtec edge technology<\/strong> for a sharper factory edge and improved edge retention<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ergonomic synthetic handle<\/strong> designed to resist fading and discolouration<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hand wash only<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Made in Solingen, Germany<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>About the blade and handle<\/h3>\n<p>The blade is made from high carbon stainless steel and is precision forged for strength and consistency. W\u00fcsthof\u2019s PEtec sharpening process is used to produce a fine edge, while the hardened steel construction is intended to help the knife stay sharper for longer.<\/p>\n<p>The black handle has a sleek Ikon shape with a double bolster, giving the knife a substantial feel. The synthetic handle material is made for durability and is designed to resist fading and discolouration over time.<\/p>\n<h3>Good to know<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>This is a <strong>chef\u2019s knife<\/strong>, so it suits chopping, slicing and general food prep.<\/li>\n<li>It should be washed by hand rather than put in a dishwasher.<\/li>\n<li>W\u00fcsthof is a long-established German cutlery maker based in Solingen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3>What is an 8 inch chef\u2019s knife used for?<\/h3>\n<p>An 8 inch chef\u2019s knife is a versatile all-round kitchen knife. It\u2019s commonly used for slicing vegetables, cutting meat, chopping herbs and handling most everyday prep jobs.<\/p>\n<h3>Is this knife dishwasher safe?<\/h3>\n<p>No. W\u00fcsthof recommends hand washing only.<\/p>\n<h3>Where is it made?<\/h3>\n<p>This knife is made in Solingen, Germany.<\/p>\n<h3>What makes the Ikon series different?<\/h3>\n<p>The Ikon series is known for its black handle, double bolster design and balanced feel, with a focus on comfort and control in use.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The W\u00fcsthof Ikon 8 inch chef\u2019s knife is a solid, well-finished kitchen knife with the kind of build and balance that suits regular cooking. It\u2019s a straightforward choice for anyone looking for a German-made chef\u2019s knife with a classic feel and a durable, easy-care handle.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chef\u2019s knife \u2013 Features an 8 inch long blade with a distinctive double bolster design for professional-style heft, German made cook\u2019s knife with a sleek ergonomic handle design made from a long-lasting synthetic material to resist fading and discoloration<br \/>\nW\u00dcSTHOF IKON SERIES \u2013 Features a sleek and sophisticated black handle with a double bolster for exceptional balance, beauty, and the ultimate cutting experience, ikon design, ergonomics, and quality perfected<br \/>\nRAZOR SHARP \u2013 High carbon stainless steel blades, precisely cut with the latest state of the art technology for incredible sharpness and easy maintenance, W\u00fcsthof kitchen knives are hand wash only<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":158572,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_glsr_average":0,"_glsr_ranking":0,"_glsr_reviews":0},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[32114],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-158570","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-home-and-kitchen","7":"pa_manufacturer-wusthof","8":"pa_brand-wusthof","9":"pa_binding-kitchen-home","10":"pa_style-name-8-chefs","12":"first","13":"instock","14":"shipping-taxable","15":"product-type-external"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/158570","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=158570"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/158572"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=158570"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=158570"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=158570"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=158570"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}