Wusthof Classic Utility Knife - 16cm

I discovered this knife a few years ago and it is now my 'go to' knife! It is well balanced and comfortable to use on most tasks including cutting tomatoes. I prefer it over the paring knife and larger knife styles. It has become a preferred gift for all my friends.

I have a high quality knife set from a competitor brand. I bought the set twenty years ago. After the handle on my utility knife broke, I bought a replacement from the competitor brand. I was immediately disappointed that the quality and craftsmanship was not as good as my existing set. Then, I saw that the knife was made in Spain (not Germany like the rest of my set). I will admit that I looked at the competitor brand offerings first. I noticed another set at a higher price that was made in Germany (not Solingen). Since I'd never been enamored of my existing knife set, specifically the handle, I decided to purchase another utility knife from Wusthof. I had seen the brand in high-end stores for years and admired the quality and craftsmanship. I just never owned one ... MoreI have a high quality knife set from a competitor brand. I bought the set twenty years ago. After the handle on my utility knife broke, I bought a replacement from the competitor brand. I was immediately disappointed that the quality and craftsmanship was not as good as my existing set. Then, I saw that the knife was made in Spain (not Germany like the rest of my set). I will admit that I looked at the competitor brand offerings first. I noticed another set at a higher price that was made in Germany (not Solingen). Since I'd never been enamored of my existing knife set, specifically the handle, I decided to purchase another utility knife from Wusthof. I had seen the brand in high-end stores for years and admired the quality and craftsmanship. I just never owned one until now. I am so glad I purchased the utility knife from Wusthof. It functions way better than my other knife and feels better in the hand too! When I finish my kitchen renovation, I will be buying a full set of Wusthof knives. Thank you for not succumbing to "shareholder value" like the competitor brand.

I thought we had good knives but when I saw my husband struggling to lollipop lamb, I knew we needed an upgrade. The Sales Associate at the store was very knowledgeable and took her time answering or finding the answers to our questions about the different knives. We wanted to buy a knife that could be used for multiple applications, since we were just going to buy one to test it out ion our kitchen. We tried it as soon as we got home. It sliced through the lamb with ease! Also, perfect for slicing veggies. So sharp and precise, comfortable in the hand and the right balance/weight. We are looking forward to replacing all of our knives with the Wusthof Classic collection.