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Wüsthof PERFORMER 7" Hollow Edge Rotoku
$295.00
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Part number: 1061237317
- Rotoku blade profile
- Hollow edge
- Curved cutting edge
- Diamond-Like Carbon finish
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WÜSTHOF PERFORMER 7" Hollow Edge Rotoku
Forged hybrid chef's knife with a curved hollow-edge blade, DLC finish, and textured handle, made in Solingen, Germany
The WÜSTHOF PERFORMER 7" Hollow Edge Rotoku combines the broad control of a Santoku with the curved cutting edge of a European chef's knife. It handles fine slicing, fast chopping, rocking cuts, and ingredient transfer, while the hollow edge helps food release from the blade.
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Wüsthof PERFORMER 7" Hollow Edge Rotoku
Curved for Rocking, Wide for Control
The 6.7-inch blade has a curved edge that supports the rocking motion of a European chef's knife while retaining the precise cutting feel of an Asian-style blade. Use it for vegetables, herbs, fish, meat, and other everyday board work.
The broad blade gives you a stable cutting surface and a practical way to scoop chopped ingredients from the board into a skillet or serving bowl.
Wüsthof PERFORMER 7" Hollow Edge Rotoku
Why Choose the PERFORMER Rotoku
The Rotoku is designed for cooks who want more curve than a traditional Santoku and more blade width than a standard chef's knife. Its hybrid shape supports rocking, chopping, slicing, serving, and transferring without changing knives.
The PERFORMER construction adds a low-friction DLC blade finish and textured handle for greater control during longer or more demanding preparation.
What stands out
Signature Features
Rotoku blade profile
Combines fine slicing, chopping, rocking cuts, serving, and ingredient transfer in one broad blade.
Hollow edge
Indentations create small air pockets that help reduce sticking during repetitive slicing.
Curved cutting edge
Supports smooth rocking cuts as well as controlled downward chopping.
Diamond-Like Carbon finish
The deep-black DLC treatment creates a hard, low-friction blade surface designed to resist heat, scratches, and damage.
Hexagon Power Grip
The textured handle provides a secure, non-slip hold during detailed and demanding prep.
Forged construction
Made using WÜSTHOF's forged production method for strength and balanced handling.
58 HRC hardness
The blade balances edge retention with practical honing and sharpening.
Made in Solingen, Germany
Manufactured by WÜSTHOF in its historic German knife-making center.
Best for
The Right Knife for the Job
Chopping
Handles herbs and vegetables with direct downward cuts or a smooth rocking motion.
Cutting
Serves as a versatile primary knife for everyday board work and precise slicing.
Fish
Portions boneless fish with a broad, controlled blade.
Meat
Slices and portions tender boneless cuts.
Vegetables
Moves from fine slicing to fast chopping and ingredient transfer.
Product details
Specifications
- Product Type
- Hollow edge Rotoku
- Series
- WÜSTHOF PERFORMER
- Blade Length
- 6.7 in
- Blade Width
- 1.2 in
- Handle Length
- 5.6 in
- Edge Style
- Curved hollow edge
- Blade Finish
- Diamond-Like Carbon
- Handle Design
- Hexagon Power Grip
- Production Method
- Forged
- Blade Hardness
- 58 HRC
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- WÜSTHOF SKU
- 1061237317
From Our Founder
"The Rotoku is useful because it does not lock you into one cutting motion. You can chop straight down, rock through herbs, make thin slices, and use the broad blade to move everything off the board."
Tony Boulton, Founder, Design & Grace
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Use & Care
Hand wash and towel-dry immediately.
Do not leave the knife soaking in the sink.
Avoid abrasive sponges.
Avoid metal, glass, bamboo, and other very hard surfaces.
Store safely using a suitable knife-storage solution.
Hone regularly to maintain the cutting edge.
Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.
Do not leave the knife soaking in the sink.
Avoid abrasive sponges.
Avoid metal, glass, bamboo, and other very hard surfaces.
Store safely using a suitable knife-storage solution.
Hone regularly to maintain the cutting edge.
Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.
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Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
How does the PERFORMER Rotoku differ from a Santoku?
The Rotoku combines the broad cutting profile of a Santoku with a more curved edge suited to rocking cuts. It handles chopping, fine slicing, and ingredient transfer, while the traditional Santoku favors controlled downward cuts. The Rotoku is especially useful for cooks who switch between these cutting motions.
What is the WÜSTHOF PERFORMER Rotoku best used for?
The Rotoku handles chopping vegetables, mincing herbs, slicing fruit, and portioning boneless fish or meat. Its curved cutting edge supports rocking motions, while the broad blade provides a convenient surface for transferring prepared ingredients from the board.
What does the hollow edge do on the Rotoku?
The indentations along the blade create small air pockets between the steel and the food. These help reduce sticking during repetitive slicing, particularly with vegetables and other ingredients that tend to cling to a smooth blade.
What makes the PERFORMER Rotoku different from other WÜSTHOF knives?
In addition to its hybrid blade shape, the PERFORMER Rotoku has a black Diamond-Like Carbon finish designed to reduce friction and a textured Hexagon Power Grip handle for secure control. Its forged construction and 58 HRC hardness provide the foundation for regular cutting performance.
