{"id":158701,"date":"2026-07-30T05:17:53","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T02:17:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/?post_type=product&#038;p=158701"},"modified":"2026-07-30T05:17:53","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T02:17:53","slug":"shop-wusthof-classic-ikon-bread-knife","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/product\/shop-wusthof-classic-ikon-bread-knife\/","title":{"rendered":"Shop W\u00fcsthof Classic Ikon Bread Knife"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>W\u00fcsthof Classic Ikon Bread Knife<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>W\u00fcsthof Classic Ikon bread knife<\/strong> is designed for clean slicing through bread and baguettes, with serrations that help cut through crust without crushing the softer centre. It\u2019s a practical knife for everyday kitchen use, with the balanced feel the Classic Ikon range is known for.<\/p>\n<h2>Key Features<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Designed for bread and baguettes<\/strong> \u2013 serrated edge helps reduce crumbs and keeps slices neat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Classic Ikon handle<\/strong> \u2013 sleek black handle with a double bolster for balance and control.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Precision forged blade<\/strong> \u2013 made from a single block of high carbon stainless steel.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sharp, durable edge<\/strong> \u2013 tempered to 58 HRC and finished with W\u00fcsthof\u2019s PEtec edge technology.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Made in Solingen, Germany<\/strong> \u2013 W\u00fcsthof has a long-standing family heritage in cutlery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hand wash only<\/strong> \u2013 recommended to help maintain the blade and handle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Product Details<\/h2>\n<p>W\u00fcsthof blades are made from high carbon stainless steel and precision forged for strength and consistency. The Classic Ikon series combines a modern look with a comfortable handle shape, making it suitable for regular use in the kitchen.<\/p>\n<p>The bread knife is especially useful for loaves with harder crusts, soft sandwich bread, and baguettes where a smooth sawing action matters more than pressure from the blade.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3>Is this knife only for bread?<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s mainly designed for bread and baguettes, but it can also be used for other baked goods with a crusty exterior and soft interior.<\/p>\n<h3>Can it go in the dishwasher?<\/h3>\n<p>No. W\u00fcsthof recommends hand washing only.<\/p>\n<h3>What does PEtec mean?<\/h3>\n<p>PEtec is W\u00fcsthof\u2019s edge finishing process, used to create a sharper blade with improved edge retention.<\/p>\n<h3>Where is it made?<\/h3>\n<p>This knife is made in Solingen, Germany.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>A solid choice if you want a dependable bread knife with a balanced feel and a clean, even cut. The Classic Ikon design gives it a more refined look, while the forged blade and serrated edge make it genuinely useful in the kitchen.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BREAD KNIFE \u2013 The bread knife slices through bread or baguettes with minimal crumbs, the serrations along the edge help guide the blade through tough crust without compressing the soft inside<br \/>\nW\u00dcSTHOF CLASSIC IKON SERIES \u2013 Features a sleek and sophisticated black handle with a double bolster for exceptional balance, beauty, and the ultimate cutting experience, classic 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":158703,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_glsr_average":0,"_glsr_ranking":0,"_glsr_reviews":0},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[32560,32115,32114,32409,32390],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-158701","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-bread-knives","7":"product_cat-cooking-and-dining","8":"product_cat-home-and-kitchen","9":"product_cat-kitchen-knives","10":"product_cat-kitchen-tools-and-gadgets","11":"pa_manufacturer-wusthof","12":"pa_brand-wusthof","13":"pa_binding-kitchen-home","14":"pa_style-name-precision-double-serrated-bread-knife","15":"pa_size-name-15713","16":"pa_size-name-23-cm","17":"pa_colour-name-black","19":"first","20":"instock","21":"shipping-taxable","22":"product-type-external"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/158701","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=158701"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/158703"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=158701"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=158701"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=158701"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=158701"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}