Sept 1, 2026
Classic Ikon 7" Hollow Edge Santoku
I have had the chance to use them three times now they're very sharp. Well balanced and feel comfortable holding.
Scott B.
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'Classic Ikon' Santoku Knife
Wüsthof
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Details & care
A high-carbon German stainless-steel santoku knife starts your cutlery collection with exceptional balance and beauty. The piece is precision-forged with a double-bolster design for professional-style heft, triple-riveted to the handle for durability and tempered to 58 degrees Rockwell.
- 7" blade; 14 1/2" total length.
- Precision-forged from a single blank of high-carbon stainless steel.
- Full tang that is triple riveted to the handle for precise control.
- Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention.
- Contoured handle for comfortable fit and a more contemporary appearance.
- Half bolster allows for the knife to be honed and sharpened the entire length of the blade; heel bolster provides added balance.
- Stainless steel.
- Hand wash, towel dry.
- By Wüsthof; made in Solingen, Germany.
- Item #5086432
- Core Product ID 333334UHEU
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Wüsthof
Since 1814, German brand Wüsthof has set the standard for designing and manufacturing precision-forged knives. A family business in its seventh generation of ownership, Wüsthof offers a wide assortment of knives, scissors, knife blocks and other essential kitchen tools, all bearing its distinctive trident logo: a symbol of form, function and uncompromising quality.
Reviews
(44)444.9 out of 5
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Most helpful critical review
May 1, 2018
A fine blade, but not as useful as others
The Santoku combines Western and Eastern influences. This blade is very well made and if you like type it will do fine. The Kai is both aesthetically and ergonomically superior in my view, but the cobalt steel had serious corrosion issues.
1) The action is somewhat limited. I think the classic Asian slicer (cleaver) is more comfortable and has a cleaner appearance.
2) The Wusthof has a Granaton (sculptured) blade for food release. Unlike many, Wusthof has properly positioned this right at the edge. Howver, in my test, it did not make any noticeable difference.
3) If used as a chopper, the action is not as nice as a 9 inch and up (10 inch for French style) Western blade.
4) To repeat mystelf, having used other Asian style knifes, the handle feel and appearance are not a good.
It certainly is a good knife, but would not be my first choice
Bernard
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Classic Ikon 7" Hollow Edge Santoku
I have had the chance to use them three times now they're very sharp. Well balanced and feel comfortable holding.
Scott B.
Aug 6, 2026
Very nice
Always a fan of Wusthof and this knife live up to the brand quality. Feel extremely nice in the hands and very balanced. Great purchased, highly recommended.
Thach D.
Aug 2, 2026
Love it
Love the knife. I just wish it had a sheath. I tried one sheath through Wusthof but it was too small. I really do want to protect the knife
Ken G.
June 19, 2026
Great knife
This knife is the perfect length and feels very balanced and comfortable in hand.
Dee P.
May 28, 2026
This Santoku is my favorite knife!
I prefer the flat blade Is perfect for slicing everything from vegetables to cheese.
Brooke H.
May 26, 2026
Wow. Great knife
What great craftsmanship- handles wonderful- feels balanced in the hand. Super sharp
Laureen B.