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Amici 8" Chef's Knife

Amici 8" Chef's Knife
Amici 8" Chef's Knife
Amici 8" Chef's Knife
Amici 8" Chef's Knife
Amici 8" Chef's Knife
Amici 8" Chef's Knife

Amici 8" Chef's Knife

$300.00
$300.00

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Inspired by the Italian spirit of “la dolce vita,” the Amici knife series reminds us to cherish simple things, like creating daily meals to nourish ourselves and those around us. Combining the sun-drenched character of Mediterranean olive wood with the timeless precision of a WÜSTHOF blade, consider the Amici Chef’s Knife your all-purpose, go-to kitchen tool for preparing food that makes everyday moments special. Amici is our way of doing simple best.

Forged from a single piece of WÜSTHOF steel, the precision-sharpened, 8-inch blade makes this knife agile, intuitive, and easy to handle. A full bolster – the thicker area between the blade and the handle on forged knives – further protects your fingers during slicing and dicing. The custom-grained Calabrian olive wood handle is naturally water-resistant and antibacterial, and its organic shape fits comfortably in hands of any size.

Chopping

Chopping

Cutting

Cutting

Fish

Fish

Fruit

Fruit

Herbs

Herbs

Meat

Meat

Vegetables

Vegetables

Specifications
Handle
Length
4.5 in
Production
SKU
1011300120
Method
Forged
Rockwell hardness
58 HRC
Country of Origin
Germany
Blade
Length
8.0 in
Width
1.9 in
Cutlery
Type
Chef's knife
Series
Amici
Care Instructions
  • Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry. 
  • Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink. 
  • Safely store your knife using a storage solution. 
  • Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
  • Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best. 
  • Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener. 
  • Treat wooden handles periodically using a food-grade mineral oil to polish and restore the wood to its original luster.

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When you use a WÜSTHOF knife, you can be sure that you are holding one of world’s best kitchen tools in your hand.

We have been developing and manufacturing our products in Solingen, Germany, the “City of Blades,” since 1814 – loyalty that pays off in the quality and reliability of our family business, knife by knife.

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High quality WÜSTHOF steel: Our special stainless steel is durable, corrosion resistant, easy to sharpen, and reduces wear on the blade. Ideal for chef’s knives.

Unrivaled performance: Our superbly balanced and ergonomically designed handles ensure that every knife fits perfectly in the hand. Ideal for you.

WÜSTHOF stands for knives. For the moment when your knife glides effortlessly through your fresh ingredients.
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Material Premium forged steel engineered for lasting strength and corrosion resistance. Often stamped or made from standard steel blends that may sacrifice durability or rust resistance.
Sharpness 20% sharper than standard knives, thanks to laser-guided PEtec technology. Factory-sharpened blades that start strong but dull faster and lack precision honing.
Craftsmanship Hand-finished in Solingen, Germany with 200+ years of expertise and precision in every detail. Mass-produced or partially outsourced craftsmanship that lacks the same heritage and consistency.
Corrosion Resistance
 Exceptional rust resistance for a blade that stays beautiful for decades. Prone to staining or rust if not carefully maintained—especially with frequent kitchen use.
Edge Retention Stays sharper twice as long as ordinary knives, reducing the need to re-sharpen. Edges wear faster over time, requiring more frequent sharpening and touch-ups.
Limited Lifetime Warranty Limited lifetime warranty – a promise backed by generations of quality. Lifetime coverage may exist, but with less transparency and variable service depending on the brand.

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Questions? We Have Answers

What sets WÜSTHOF knives apart from other brands?

WÜSTHOF is one of the few brands permitted to use the label “Made in Solingen” on our knives rather than the less restricted “Made in Germany.” Solingen, Germany is the steel manufacturing capital of the world and, as such, needed to take precautionary measures against fraudulent products bearing the prestigious name, “Solingen.” In 1938, Solingen became the only city in the world whose name is a registered trademark. To bear the name Solingen, all key manufacturing stages must have been processed and finished within Solingen, and the product must meet strict quality standards. This means that even cutlery manufactured entirely within Solingen’s town boundary may not be entitled to bear the name Solingen if it does not meet these required quality standards.

Some of our competitors use the label “Made in Germany,” which does not carry the same significance. We have the honor of labeling our products “Made in Solingen.”

What is Precision Edge Technology (PEtec)

WÜSTHOF’s proprietary state-of-the-art technology incorporates a computer-controlled method for putting the edge on forged knives. Using laser-guided precision, our knives are 20% sharper with twice the edge retention. All forged knives are manufactured using PEtec.

What do the numbers printed on my blade mean?

The number etched on your blade indicates the year it was made — just add “20” in front of it.

In some cases, you might see a second number, which shows the blade length in centimeters.

There is no item number printed on the blade.

Examples:

• “25” means the blade was made in 2025.

• “22 / 20” means the blade was made in 2022 and is 20 cm long.

What is the difference between forged and laser-cut stamped knives?

Forged knives go through over 40 steps in our factory to create the top quality blades WÜSTHOF has to offer. Forged knives include a bolster, which helps to balance the knife. Laser-cut stamped blades go through 14 steps in our factory, and are more economically priced. They are lighter in weight, and do not have a bolster.

What are the most important knives to start a set?

The most important knife in any kitchen is the chef’s knife, and after that, it depends on your own personal preferences when cooking.

How do I keep my knives sharp?

WÜSTHOF knives can be honed and sharpened using a hand-held sharpener, an electric sharpener, a sharpening or honing steel, or a whetstone. We recommend using the same brand sharpener as your knife collection, to ensure that the material used is the correct hardness for the steel on your knives. Our sharpening angle for standard blades is 14˚ per side, and for Asian-style blades (Santokus, Nakiris) is 10˚ per side. We offer a variety of sharpening products with pre-set angles. Learn how to use our different sharpening tools here.

For Professional Mail-in Knife Sharpening:

Eversharp

344 Taft St NE

Minneapolis, MN 55413

Phone: 612-379-1300

Email: info@eversharpknives.com

www.EversharpKnives.com

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Reviews

Overall rating: 4.7826085 / 5 from 23 reviews.

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Beautiful knives

"So impressed with the craftsmanship, weight, and overall design of the Amici knife series. Can't wait to complete the entire set!"

— Brian M. (5/5)

Excellence

"What a gorgeous piece!!! The handle is just beautiful!!! Excellent balance. Can hardly wait for my next purchase!!!"

— Jeffrey G. (5/5)

Excellent knife

"The Amici chefs knife is perfect. It has the same or extremely similar bolster as the classic chefs knife so you can hold it really well. The olive wood handle just looks amazing. One nice touch I didn’t know about until I received it - the handle isn’t 2 pieces sandwiching the tang. It candles it so the bottom is continuous piece giving it a smooth feel. Exceptionally made knife and worth every penny."

— Billy K. (5/5)

Chefs knife

"Blade drops smoothly when chopping and handle fits well in my hand. The wood is very nice"

— Brittany K. (5/5)

Chefs knife

"Beautiful"

— Roger H. (5/5)

Well balanced and sharp

"Well balanced and sharp"

— Jason D. (5/5)

"The wood is stunning, the steel is very high quality."

— Ryan (5/5)

Amici 8” cook’s knife

"Absolutely love, very attractive, extremely sharp and very well balanced"

— johnnie t. (5/5)

Très bon couteau de cuisine

"Très bon couteau de cuisine ,cependant un peu trop dispendieux en dollar $ CDN , Pour le même prix payé ,j'aurai pu acheter à moindre coût huit (8) couteaux de qualité égale Dernier achat . . txrop cher !!"

— Claude D. (4/5)

"Nice sharp chef’s knife. Comfortable handle easy to hold."

— Don (5/5)

Q&A

can you laser print a name on a knife blade for me. this knife will be a gift
We do not offer an engraving service at this time. However, several of our valued authorized resellers provide this service. Please contact our Sales Support Team directly so that we can provide you with several options to consider. You can reach us at info@wusthof.com or 800.289.9878
I just got this knife and I love it! I’d the Wüdthof classic honing steel recommended for trueing the knife?
Which honing steel you select is personal preference. They will all work effectively on any of our knives. The differences are in the length of the steel; the shape/contour and material of the handles; and the country of origin. Any of the following will be a good option for you to use with your new Amici 8" chef's knife: WÜSTHOF Classic Ikon 10" Honing Steel (wusthof.com) WÜSTHOF 9" Triple Rivet Honing Steel (wusthof.com) WÜSTHOF 9" Honing Steel (wusthof.com) WÜSTHOF 10" Sharpening Steel (wusthof.com) WÜSTHOF 9" Honing Steel (wusthof.com) For further information please reach out to our Customer Support Team directly at info@wusthof.com
How do you care for the amici knives? Should I use mineral oil on the handle?
Hi Sharon! Thank you for your question. All of the knives in our Amici series feature handles made from real Calabrian olive wood. These knives should be hand-washed and dried immediately. We do recommend that you treat the handles with mineral oil on an as-needed basis.
My wife likes the Classic series as the handle fits her hand, does the Amici handle offer similar purchase, or is it larger?
Great question! The Amici handle is a little wider and more rounded than the Classic handle. It is a comfortable fit in the hand, but it will have a different feel compared to Classic. With the handles especially it is very much about personal preference. We recommend a person tries to feel the knives in person at a store to see what they like best. Let us know if this helps and if you need anything else.

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