The Wusthof Classic Ikon knives are known for their professional design which is well balanced and comfortable to hold. The Wusthof Ikon knives were specifically made to combine the features of the Wusthof Classic Knives and the Wusthof Ikon Knives. Like its predecessors, the Wusthof Classic Ikon knives are made from the same steel, same precision forging and same hand sharpened blade. They come with a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects and materials. In this article we shall discuss all the key features of the Wusthof Classic Ikon knives and review the 13 most common sets. There is a Wusthof Classic Ikon knife set for any user.
Classic Ikon Knives Features
Knives Design
The Wusthof Classic Ikon knives are incredibly comfortable. This is made possible by the improve handle design, rounded edges and the fact the handle fits your hands well. Whether you have smaller hands or larger hands, these knives will fit so well. The classic Ikon knives do not have the hard, squared off edges that tend to dig into your hands, like the Wusthof classic knives. The blade is well balanced for precision cutting and maximum control.
Knives Blade
The blade of the Wusthof Classic Ikon knives is precision forged from X50CrMoV15 stainless steel, with Precision Edge Technology. The blade is sharpened by the Wusthof’s computer-controlled robotic machines for an incredibly sharp cutting edge. This results in an edge that is 20 times sharper than the ordinary knives and stays sharp two times longer according to Wusthof. The blade is then ice hardened to a Rockwell hardness rating of 58 for maximum durability and excellent edge retention.
The Wusthof Classic Ikon knives are sharpened to a 14 degrees angle on each to produce a sharper, finer edge to allow for precision cutting. The metal used to make the blade is not only durable, but also has excellent rust and corrosion resistance properties. It is easy to sharpen and can retain its sharp edge for long.
Knives Handle
The Wusthof Classic Ikon knives come with an improved handle design. The steel from this knife extends all the way to the end of the handle to form what is known as the full tang. This improves control and helps to reduce the odds of a breakage. The handle is firmly attached to the full tang using three stainless steel rivets.
Classic Ikon handles are made from highly durable, synthetic polypropylene for maximum comfort and reduced slippage. Unlike the African Blackwood handles present of the Wusthof Ikon knives, you do not need to polish classic Ikon handles with mineral to keep them looking attractive. The ergonomic design of the handle allows it to fit comfortably into your hands and prevent slippage either to the side or further towards the blade.
Another notable feature of the Wusthof Classic Ikon knives is the shortened bolster that allows you to use the entire length of the edge as well as the entire length of the blade’s edge. Instead of the thick edge present on the Wusthof Classic knives, the bolster of the classic Ikon knives is tapered gently for enhanced comfort. The end of the full tang is widely distributed at the end of the handle giving the knife a solid feel.
Review of the Top 13 Wusthof Classic Ikon Knife Sets
Wusthof Classic Ikon 22 Piece knife Block set
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 22 Piece knife Block set comes with a considerably higher price tag but it is still the best knife set choice for the heavyweights. This is due to the fact that it has the high quality Wusthof Knives, that any professional chef or home cooks would be looking for. The set consists of the following pieces:
Wusthof Classic Ikon 3.5 Inch Paring Knife
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 3-5 inch Paring knife is an essential knife in any modern kitchen. It can be used to perform a wide range of tasks including peeling or paring vegetables and fruits, mincing shallots, crushing garlic, trimming meat fat, slicing cheese among other uses.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 4.5 Inch Utility Knife
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 4.5 Inch Utility Knife comes with an incredibly sharp blade for precision cutting. The short blade length makes this knife perfect from scraping hides, butchering animals, cleaning fishes cutting hides and cordage among other tasks.
8 Wusthof Classic Ikon 4.5 Inch Steak Knives
Steak knives are essential thing to have in the kitchen. They make cutting steaks easier, but can also be used for a wide range of purposes. Wusthof includes various types of steak knives in its 22-piece knife block set. Whether you need straight blade steak knives or serrated steak knives, you will find them in this set. The short blade length of these knives makes them easy to hold and gives you more flexibility.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 5 Inch Serrated Utility Knife
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 5-Inch Serrated Utility Knife is an important component of this knife block. You can use this knife for slicing soft food items without damaging their interior. Generally knives with serrated blades are used to cut ingredients with hard exterior and soft interior, Thus, with these knives it is easy to cut without having to exert too much pressure.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 5-Inch Santoku Knife
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 5-Inch Santoku Knife is a lightweight knife that can be used for slicing fish, cutting meat and chopping vegetables. The lightweight blade allows you to control the knife easily while the hollow edges create air spaces that prevent food from sticking on the blade.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 7-Inch Santoku Knife
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 7-Inch Santoku Knife plays the same roles as the 5-inch Santoku knife. The only difference being that is has a longer blade length to allow you to cut food items with a bigger diameter. The hollow edges help to reduce friction between the blade and the food items.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 5-Inch Boning Knife
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 5-Inch Boning Knife comes with a thin, sharp and flexible blade, making it ideal for removing the skin and bones from meat and fish. The special curved blade allows you to remove meat from the joints and bones. Also, the high quality materials and construction in blade and handle make this a great knife.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 6-Inch Utility Knife
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 6-Inch Utility Knife can be used for the same tasks as the 4.5 inch utility. However, the 6-inch utility is an ideal option for slicing slightly larger ingredients. For example wider sandwich meats, vegetables or cheese.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 6-Inch Cooks Knife
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 6-Inch Cooks Knife is multipurpose kitchen knife. You can use it for a wide range of kitchen tasks, such as chopping, slicing and mincing food items as well as disjointing large cuts. The Wusthof Classic Ikon 6-Inch Cooks Knife is a perfect option for people with smaller hands as it allows them to control the knife more easily.
Wusthof Classic Ikon Ikon 8-Inch Cooks Knife
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 8-Inch Cooks Knife plays the same roles as the 6-inch cooks knife. The only difference is that it comes with a larger blade length making it perfect for people with larger hands. You can also use this knife for cutting fruits with larger diameters, such as a big watermelon.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 8-Inch Bread Knife
Apart from slicing bread, you can use the Wusthof Classic Ikon 8-Inch Bread Knife for sawing through hearty vegetables, such as butternut squash or creating perfectly thin slices of ripe tomatoes. The serrated blade allows you to glide through crusty bread with minimal crumbs and without damaging the inside.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 8-Inch Carving Knife
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 8-Inch Carving Knife can be used for slicing thin cuts of meat, including hams, roasts and poultry. The Wusthof Classic Ikon 8-Inch Carving Knife is considerably thinner than the cook’s knife to allow it to carve thinner and more precise slices. The hollow edges present on the knife’s blade create air spaces to help reduce friction between the blade and food item. This allows you to cut your meats smoothly without having it stick on the blade.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 10-Inch Sharpening Steel
A sharp knife is safer than a dull knife. Thus, it is important to ensure that your knives are sharp before using them. This explains why Wusthof includes the 10 inch sharpening steel in this knife set. Honing your knives a few times a week helps maintain your blade’s edge. Thus, reduces the need to sharpen your knives.
Wusthof 5558 Kitchen Shears
The Wusthof 5558 Kitchen Shears are useful when it comes to breaking down poultry and cutting open food packaging. A pair of scissors is always useful in a well equipped kitchen. Thus, it is quite normal for the 22 piece set to include a pair.
Walnut 22-Slot Wood Knife Block
The wooden knife block provides protection to all your blades and shears. It also enhances the visual complement of your kitchen décor. You will certainly love the beauty that comes with the walnut wood Wusthof Classic Ikon 22-Piece Knife Block Set.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 14-Piece Knife Block Set
If you do not love having too many steaks and also looking for a knife set with all the most commonly used Wusthof knives, you can opt for the Wusthof Classic Ikon 14-Piece Knife Block Set. The set contains a 3.5 inch paring, 5-inch serrated utility knife, 6-inch utility knife, a 7 –inch Santoku knife with hollow edges, 8-inch bread knife, 8-inch chef knife, 8-inch carving knife with a hollow edge, four high quality steak knives, one pair of come-apart kitchen shears, a 10-inch sharpening steel rod and a 15-slot walnut knife block.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 12-Piece Knife Block Set
If you won’t be requiring the 8-inch Wunder Knife and the 7-Inch Santoku knife present on the 14-piece set, then this is for you. The 12-piece knife block set that comes with all the other knives. Thus, it includes the four 4.5-inch steak knives, one 3.5 –inch paring knife, one 4.5-inch utility knife, one 6-inch utility knife, one 8-inch cook’s knife, one 8-inch bread knife, a 10-inch sharpening steel, a pair of come-apart kitchen shears and a 15-slot knife block.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 10-Piece Knife Block Set
The 10-Piece Knife Set does not include the four 4.5 inch steak knives present on the 12-piece knife block set. Instead it includes the following pieces, an 8 inch Bread Knife, an 8 inch Cooks Knife, an 8 inch Carving Knife, a 5 inch Serrated Sausage Knife, a 6 inch Utility Knife, a 3.5 inch Paring Knife, a 3 inch Paring Knife, a pair of kitchen shears, a 9-inch sharpening steel and a 15 slot knife block.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 8-Piece Knife Block Set
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 8-Piece Knife Block Set does not include the 8-inch carving knife and the 3-inch paring knife present on the 10-inch Classic Ikon Knife Block Set. It comes with a longer sharpening steel of 10 inches for easy sharpening and a 15-slot wood block that allows you to store additional knives you may already have in your kitchen. The knives included in this knife are: an 8 inch Bread Knife, an 8 inch chef Knife, a 6 inch Sandwich Knife, a 4.5 inch Utility Knife and a 3.5 inch Paring Knife.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 7-Piece Knife Block Set
The Ikon 7-Piece Knife Block Set comes with a 13-slot wooden knife block for easy storage of your knives. It includes the following knives, an 8 inch Bread Knife, an 8 inch Cooks Knife, a 6 inch Utility Knife and a 3.5 inch Paring Knife. It also includes a 9-inch sharpening steel so you can sharpen your knives whenever necessary.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 5 –Piece Studio Knife Block Set
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 5 –Piece Studio Knife Block Set comes with a 4-slot walnut knife block, a pair of kitchen shears, a 6-inch cook’s knife, a 4.5-inch utility knife and a 3.5-inch paring. The knife is an ideal option for people with shorter hands and beginner chefs.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 3-Piece Knife Starter Set
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 3 -Piece Knife Set comes with the three primary knives every professional chef or home cook needs. Thus, the knives include an 8-inch bread knife, an 8-inch chef knife and a 3.5-inch paring knife.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 2-Piece Knife Sets
Wusthof Classic Ikon 2-Piece Extra Wide Chef Knife Set
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 2-Piece Extra Wide Chef Knife Set includes the two most important blades for any kitchen. The set comes with a 4-inch extra wide paring knife and a 6-inch extra wide cook’s knife. The extra wide blade gives extra heft and more control for chopping, slicing and mincing tasks.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 2-Piece Cooks Knife Set
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 2-Piece Cooks Knife Set comes with the two must-have knives in any kitchen. Thus a 8-inch chef’s knife and a 3.5-inch paring knife are the best option for any starter cooks set. .
Wusthof Classic Ikon 2 Piece Mini Japanese Style Knife Set
The set is a perfect option for those who love the Japanese style knives. But, still want to use the classic Ikon knife line. The set include a 5-inch Santoku and a 3-inch flat cut paring knife
Wusthof Classic Ikon 2-Piece Japanese Style Set
The set is nearly similar to the 2-piece mini style Japanese knife set. The only difference is that it include the most common 7-inch Santoku knife and a 3-inch flat cut paring knife.
Wusthof Classic Ikon 2-Prep Set
The Wusthof Classic Ikon 2- piece Prep Set is specially meant prep work, as the name actually implies. The set include a 6-inch cook’s knife a 3.5-inch paring knife. With these 2 knives you can easily peel, break down, chop and dice any ingredient.
