Wusthof Culinar Cook's Knife
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: WusthofBrand: Wüsthof
Release Date: 2004-01-28
Model: 4589/18
Product features:
- 7-inch cook's knife for chopping, dicing, and general kitchen tasks
- Precision-forged high-carbon stain-resistant steel blade
- Tang extends full length of handle for perfect balance
- Ergonomic 18/10 stainless-steel handle
- Hand washing recommended; lifetime warranty; made in Solingen Germany
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Wusthof Culinar Cook's Knife
Customer Review: Good Knife, Make Sure Length and Handle are Right
Summary: 4 Stars
There are really two main competitors in the high-end mainstream kitchen knife market: Henckels and Wusthof. Those who have used both usually have a preference. My preference (and therefore bias you should know about) is for the Wusthofs.The Wusthof Culinar line is an all stainless steel look, rather than a black handle. Although the picture and some descriptions want you to think this is a single piece knife, be advised that the hand is a separate piece of stainless steel molded onto the tang. I personally prefer the handle of the Grand Prix and Classic, because the grip is surer for me, but this is, to some extent, a matter of personal preference. This series "looks" more professional to some (like a Viking stove).
This particular model, the 6 inch cook's (or chef's) knife, is a good knife. Wusthof offers four sizes of chef's knives in the Classic line, 5, 6, 8 and 10 inch. For most home cooks, I think the 8 inch knife is the best choice. This knife, the 6 inch, is a bit small for bigger jobs (but obviously not as small as the 5 inch). However, the 10 inch is too big for most jobs. While the 8 inch isn't perfect for all uses, if you are only buying one size chef's knife (and most people only buy one), the 8 inch is the knife I would recommend.
Therefore, if you are buying your first cook's knife, I would recommend the 8 inch size. This is a great knife, but I don't think the size is right for mainstream users.
Description of Wusthof Culinar Cook's Knife
As Wusthof's premiere line, the sleek stainless look of Culinar adds an elegance to any kitchen. Wusthof has been making knives for over 190 years and each knife is made of the finest German high carbon stainless steel. Wusthof is so proud of the steel they use they actually print the type of steel on each blade. Like all Wusthof knives, they carry a lifetime warranty against craftsmanship and materials. Cook's knives are the work horse of all the kitchen knives. They are used for chopping and breaking down most foods.Elegant satin-finish handles sculpted from 18/10 stainless steel distinguish Culinar knives from Wüsthof's other cutlery lines. Otherwise Culinar knives embody all the virtues of other Wüsthof knives that have earned the German manufacturer world renown. The principal parts of a Wüsthof knife--blade, bolster, and tang--are forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel, and the blade is precisely tapered from bolster to tip and from back to hand-honed edge. Blades and beautifully formed bolsters are not as thick as some knives'. As a result, despite their heft, strength, and durability, Wüsthof knives are pleasingly delicate and marvelously balanced in action. This 6-inch cook's knife (or chef's knife) is ideal for a small-handed cook. Its curved blade makes rocking through a chopping, dicing, or mincing task a joy. Like all fine knives, this cook's knife should be hand washed. --Fred Brack
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