Wusthof Classic Ikon 6" Hollow Edge Chef's Knife

I chose this knife because I wanted a second chef's knife so my husband and I could share dinner prep, and I have a Wusthof knife set with a small knife block with one slot left to fit this one. We both like this knife -- we feel it's large enough for most jobs that our 8" chef's knife does, it's very sharp, and the hollowed edge really does help keep food from sticking (this is our first such knife). My original 4-knife Wusthof set is probably 20 years old and all the knives still look good and work well -- another reason I chose a Wusthof knife.

The shape and feel of the Classic Ikon handles is just stupendous. This size knife is perfect for the quick little jobs, like dicing half an onion for morning omelettes. My wife especially loves this knife, as it fits perfectly in her small hands. The hollow edge scallops function great, making this a nice upgrade over a standard chef's knife. I wonder why they don't make them all like that.

My only regret is that we couldn't get it in the creme color to match the other knives we were given as gifts.

A very satisfying tool in the kitchen.

My 'go to' in the kitchen is typically the 10" version of this knife. I have a few other Classic Ikons as well. They are all a delight to use.

I bought this for smaller work, slicing cucumbers, baby potatoes, etc. The hollow ground blade makes short work of this sort of thing and the hollow edge seems to keep the fruits and vegetables from adhering to the blade. Lighter and thinner than the 10 inch chef's knife but still substantial enough to fill the hand and sharp enough to be a real pleasure.

C&M have been great to work with; I am looking forward to further rare finds for my retiree's kitchen work. Highly recommend the knives and the company. Bravo Zulu!

Damn sexy knife!