Wusthof Knives for Every Budget
Wusthof is a name that’s known and respected in the world of knives. Since its inception in 1814, the company has been producing high-quality knives from their facilities in Solingen, Germany. No doubt Wusthof helped the city earn its name of “Cutlery Capital” of the world. Wusthof knives are used by the best chefs in the fanciest restaurants, and even by some celebrity chefs, including Jamie Oliver, James Martin and Gordon Ramsay. Thanks to a thorough forty-process manufacturing procedure, each blade that bears the Wusthof mark is of the finest quality.
Wusthof’s catalog has knives of many different price ranges. Some are aimed at your average person with a passion for cooking, while others are reserved for use in the best four-star kitchens around the world. If you’re looking for a Wusthof knife set, this article should help you find a first-rate set that’s within your budget.
The Emerilware collection of knives bears the mark of star chef Emeril Legassi, who has used Wusthof knives throughout his career and on his popular show, Emeril Live! Emeril himself handpicked the knives in this set. These blades are designed with ergonomic handles for comfortable cutting. The handles have a pebble grain, slip-resistant finish to reduce kitchen accidents. The blades are made of a stain resistant steel alloy that should last a long time. Easily sharpened, these knives are super sharp and hold their edge well.
Wusthof knives rarely come cheap, but the Emerilware collection should be within most people’s price range. Despite their lower price, make no mistake - these are Wusthof quality knives and will uphold that reputation. Each knife in the set costs about $20 purchased individually, while a full set of 18 pieces can be found for $150. For a similar price, you can find knives from the Silverpoint collection, which was the basis for many pieces of the Emerilware set.
If you’re willing and able to spend a little more money, consider the Wusthof Le Cordon Bleu set. With a seamless triple-riveted handle that features the trident logo, these knives are designed to be extremely light and very well balanced. This means less fatigue when performing long, repetitive cutting tasks, and overall more comfortable, precise feel. For an added bonus, these knives are some of the sharpest the Wusthof makes, as they’re precision forged.
Knives in the Wustof Le Cordon Bleu collection run about $50 each individually, while you can acquire a 14 piece set for $400. These knives are a great investment - they are all full tang knives, meaning that the metal that anchors the blade to the handle goes all the way into the handle, which makes the blade very stable and sturdy. Other knives in this price range include the Gourmet and Grand Prix collections, which features a different type of handle.
For big spenders, one of the top knife collections from Wusthof is the Ikon. Sharing the triple-riveted handle design of the Le Cordon Bleu, the craftsmanship of these knives is even more refined. With handles of Grendahill, a hard type of wood also known as Mozambique Ebony, Ikon knives are both beautiful and sturdy. Precision forged and laser tested for astounding sharpness and sturdiness, you’d be hard pressed to find a better knife. As with the Le Cordon Bleu, many Ikon knives have full tangs that greatly increase their longevity.
High quality means a high price tag; so expect to pay a fair amount for Ikon knives. $100 individually, you can secure a set of these excellent cutting tools for around $1,400. These blades clearly aren’t meant for the casual cook. For some alternatives in the same price range, you can try the Ikon classic with black or white handles, or the Culinar set, which features a sleek pure stainless steel design.
Wusthof has knives for every need. Next time you upgrade your cutlery, skip the cheap knives and go for Wusthof quality.
