How does the entry level and affordable but discontinued Wusthof Pro stack up against Wusthof’s flagship Classic family of knives? Does the Classic blow away the cheaper Pro or does the scrappy Pro hold its own against its much snobbier cousin? Quick Comparison Wusthof Pro vs Classic: The differences The Wusthof Classic was made for … Read more
The Wusthof Crafter made a big splash when it was first introduced in 2018. A knife just like the flagship Classic in design but with many of the common points of complaint addressed. The Crafter product family is ultra premium– almost double the price of the already high-end Wusthof Classic and comparable to the Wusthof … Read more
A new Wusthof knife or knife set can be an intimidating purchase. Prices run into the hundreds of dollars and there’s an endless amount of technical jargon to wade through. But a quality chef’s knife can be a once in a lifetime purchase if done right. In the end, it really comes down to a … Read more
No, Wusthof knives are not dishwasher safe. The dishwasher will dull the blades of any high quality knife, because the blades rub against the plastic basket. The knives can also damage your dishwasher and shorten the life of that appliance as well. Also, it’s just not safe to try to grab knives that sharp from … Read more
Like everything else German, Wusthof produces high quality knives with impressive attention to detail. The product lines Classic, Classic Ikon and Ikon are some of the best Wusthof has to offer and are all remarkably similar. You could close your eyes and pick any one of these lines at random and you’d likely be satisfied … Read more
Spoiler alert: the Wusthof Classic line is A LOT better and it’s not really even close. The Wusthof Gourmet line is more of a diffusion brand than a serious knife contender. If you’re confused about the differences between the Wusthof Classic vs Gourmet set of knives, I’ve compiled a helpful guide to demystify the two. … Read more