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product_id: 256103701
title: "WUSTHOF 1040330120 Classic IKON Cook’s Knife 8 Inch"
brand: "wüsthof"
price: "€ 483.74"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Wüsthof"
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region: Finland
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# 8-inch precision blade double bolster balance 58 HRC edge hardness WUSTHOF 1040330120 Classic IKON Cook’s Knife 8 Inch

**Brand:** wüsthof
**Price:** € 483.74
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Slice sharper, chop smarter, cook like a legend.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** WUSTHOF 1040330120 Classic IKON Cook’s Knife 8 Inch by wüsthof
- **How much does it cost?** € 483.74 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fi](https://www.desertcart.fi/products/256103701-wusthof-1040330120-classic-ikon-cook-s-knife-8-inch)

## Best For

- wüsthof enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted wüsthof brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Timeless Kitchen Essential:** A versatile 8-inch cook’s knife that transforms everyday cooking into a culinary performance.
- • **Forged German Craftsmanship:** Single-block high carbon stainless steel forged in Solingen, the world’s knife capital, for legendary durability.
- • **Balanced for Precision & Power:** Double bolster design ensures perfect heft and stability for effortless chopping, slicing, and dicing.
- • **Ergonomic Mastery in Your Hand:** Sleek black synthetic handle designed for comfort and control during marathon meal preps.
- • **Unmatched Sharpness & Edge Retention:** PEtec technology delivers a blade 20% sharper with twice the edge life—cut like a pro every time.

## Overview

The WÜSTHOF Classic IKON 8-inch Cook’s Knife is a precision-forged German masterpiece featuring a high carbon stainless steel blade tempered to 58 HRC. Its double bolster design offers exceptional balance and control, while the ergonomic black synthetic handle resists wear and discoloration. Engineered with PEtec technology, this knife is 20% sharper and retains its edge twice as long as previous models, making it the ultimate all-purpose kitchen tool for professional-quality meal prep.

## Description

The Classic IKON chef's knife is the workhorse of the kitchen. Can be used to cut, slice and dice a wide variety of meats, vegetables and fruits. Blade allows for rocking for effortless chopping, mincing and dicing. Precision forged, full tang blade.

Review: I tested it, and it separated my chopping board into two immediately.
Review: Heel stabiel, niet te zwaar en vlijmscherp mes met mooi handvat. Bij uitpakken uitkijken, ik raakte per ongeluk het snijvlak bij uitpakken aan en had meteen een klein sneetje in mijn vingers…

## Features

- KITCHEN WORKHORSE – The WÜSTHOF 8” CLASSIC IKON Cook's Knife is essential for preparing any meal. This all-purpose cook’s knife can be used for chopping, mincing, slicing and dicing
- WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON SERIES – 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
- CHEF’S KNIFE – Features an 8” long blade with a distinctive double Bolster design for professional-style heft. German Made Cook’s Knife with a sleek ergonomic handle design made from a long-lasting synthetic material to resist fading and discoloration
- PRECISION FORGED – Forged from a single block of High Carbon Stainless Steel and tempered to 58-degree HRC. The Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention than previous models
- CENTURIES OF TRADITION – Family owned for seven generations, WÜSTHOF was founded in Solingen, Germany over 200 years ago. WÜSTHOF’s cutlery carries the Solingen name, a designation reserved for products that meet the strictest quality standards

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0862VYM6W |
| Best Sellers Rank | #54,622 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #147 in Chef's Knives |
| Brand | Wüsthof |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (853) |
| Date First Available | 17 May 2020 |
| Item Weight | 340 g |
| Material | High Carbon Stainless Steel, Plastic |
| Model Number | 1040330120 |
| Product Dimensions | 36.5 x 8 x 2.5 cm; 340.19 g |

## Product Details

- **Blade edge:** Plain
- **Blade material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Wüsthof
- **Colour:** Black
- **Handle material:** Stainless Steel

## Images

![WUSTHOF 1040330120 Classic IKON Cook’s Knife 8 Inch - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ig4xb0WsL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the difference between 8" cook's knife in gray logo and the older model in red logo? Is the quality and specs the same?**
A: The logo seems to have changed color (red to grey) as part of a 21st century marketing upgrade.  According to the wusthof.com website, "The iconic Trident remains the core visual of our brand, symbolizing the heritage, quality and sharpness of each of our blades. The newly designed logo emphasizes a clear-cut, sharp and to-the-point modern design. At the same time, this contemporary interpretation acknowledges the age-old artisanal tradition of knife making while exemplifying the high-precision craftsmanship embodied in all WÜSTHOF knives. While visual elements such as our logo and the etchings on our blades have changed, the craftsmanship and quality that have made WÜSTHOF the world’s most respected cutlery brand remain our core values."

**Q: Does it come with a sleeve or any protector?**
A: No; my WUSTHOF 1040330120 Classic did not have a sleeve.  It  came in a cardboard and plastic box.

**Q: Where can I order a blade sleeve?**
A: I bought 2 of them off Amazon after the Wusthoff web site told me that they were sold out.  Only took 2 days to be delivered to my home.

**Q: what is the better stainless steel or carbon**
A: According to web site monroeengineering.com:  Stainless steel has a high chromium content which acts as a protective layer against corrosion and rust. Carbon steel is high in carbon that when exposed to moisture can corrode and rust quickly.  Carbon Steel is stronger and more durable then stainless steel.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***D on 20 July 2022*

I tested it, and it separated my chopping board into two immediately.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by L***E on 22 December 2025*

Heel stabiel, niet te zwaar en vlijmscherp mes met mooi handvat. Bij uitpakken uitkijken, ik raakte per ongeluk het snijvlak bij uitpakken aan en had meteen een klein sneetje in mijn vingers…

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by P***N on 9 August 2024*

Half price because it has a brown handle? I can live with that. Lovely knife

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-03-06*