Summary
Featuring a comfortable polypropylene handle, the Wüsthof Ikon hollow-edge carving knife features indentations along the blade to reduce friction. German craftsmen hand hone the full-tang blade, which tapers from handle to tip and from spine to edge.
- Knife is precision forged from a single piece of sturdy high-carbon steel that resists stains and corrosion.
- Blade has hollow-edge depressions to minimize sticking while carving roasts and poultry.
- Full tang is triple riveted to the handle for exceptional durability and control.
- A recessed bolster facilitates honing and sharpening the entire length of the cutting edge; a heel bolster provides added balance.
- Sleek contoured handle is made of smooth polypropylene.
Dimensions & More Info
- 8" Knife: 8"-long blade, 5 3/4"-long handle; 5 oz.
- 9" Knife: 9"-long blade.
- Made in Germany.
Use & Care
Use
- Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
- Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.
- It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.
Care
- Hand-wash with warm water and mild detergent. Rinse and dry immediately.
- Maintain knife’s cutting edge by regularly using honing steel.
- Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing, your knife should not need sharpening more than once or twice a year.
- Sharpen knife at home using whetstone or knife sharpener, or have it sharpened by a professional.
- Store knife in safe place to protect edge and prevent injury.
