Classic Ikon 8" Hollow Edge Carving Knife

Classic Ikon 8" Hollow Edge Carving Knife with a German-forged blade featuring hollow indentations and a triple-riveted black ergonomic handle for precise slicing.
Classic Ikon 8" Hollow Edge Carving Knife featuring a forged German steel blade with hollow indentations for enhanced slicing precision and reduced friction.

Classic Ikon 8" Hollow Edge Carving Knife

$220.00
$220.00

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Product Details
The Hollow Edge Carving Knife has a longer and narrower blade than a Chef's Knife. This allows for the knife to cleanly cut through meats. The pointed tip is designed to help guide meat away from the bone. The hollow edge is crafted with evenly spaced vertical indentations, which create small air pockets between the blade and the food. These small air pockets gently push food off the blade and reduce friction and drag. This knife allows cooks to effortlessly prep a wide array of fresh produce, including starchy vegetables like potatoes, which tend to stick to a knife’s blade.
Specifications
Handle
Length
4.3 in
Production
SKU
1040330820
Method
Forged
Rockwell hardness
58 HRC
Country of Origin
Germany
Blade
Length
8.0 in
Width
1.2 in
Cutlery
Type
Carving knife
Series
Classic Ikon
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.

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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: 4.6 / 5 from 10 reviews.

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Great warranty

"This was the first “lifetime”warranty I’ve ever had that paid off. Five of the Wusthoff knives we bought appt 30 years ago began to developed cracks in the handles. I sent them to the home office and a few weeks later I received a store credit that totally paid for new replacement knives whicck were delivered to my home🤨"

— Donald C. (5/5)

At first I was disappointed

"At first I was disappointed because it was much smaller than I expected, but I just decided to start using it and now it is one of my two favorite knives."

— Gordon S. (5/5)

Surgeon

"I like the weight of the knife in the shape of the handle. It fits my hand well. However, I left the knives to soak overnight and found that they developed some rust."

— Serrie L. (3/5)

Perfection

"Love these knives. The ergonomic handle and weight is just perfect. Zero regrets in choosing the Classic Ikon line."

— REBECCA C. (5/5)

Absolutely wonderful!

"We love this knife as the other ones we have gotten from Wustof! so wonderfully sharp and take care of. I wash and dry them immediately after I use them. I can't believe how sharp they are (much better than the Chicago Cultery I've had for many years!) So sharp and weighted beautifully plus the handle are very comfortable. Wonderful knife as the others I have recently gotten. I can wait to replace all my knives I have!"

— Jane C. (5/5)

Best knives ever

"I've been using Wusthof Classic series knives for over 20 years and recently added the Classic Ikon series to my collection, and I love them, they are perfect weight, handle and knife performance."

— Varouj O. (5/5)

Exactly what I was hoping

"Exactly what I was hoping for."

— Rob B. (5/5)

Knife delivered as expected. Haven't

"Knife delivered as expected. Haven't used it enough to know how it keeps an edge. The transition between the handle and the Tang was rougher than expected for a knife at this price point."

— Rick T. (3/5)

A perfect edition to my Ikon/Classic Ikon collection

"Just as perfect as the rest of my Classic Ikon set, the 8" Hollow Edge Carving Knife is amazingly well-crafted and functions beautifully. It is easily the best carving knife that I've ever had."

— Joseph M. (5/5)

Ikon 8” carving knife

"I could easily shave with this knife. Not only is the knife outstanding but your service was superb. Thank you"

— William S. (5/5)

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