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Wüsthof PERFORMER 9" Double-Serrated Bread Knife
$325.00
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Part number: 1061201123
- Precision double-serrated edge
- 9-inch blade
- Diamond-Like Carbon finish
- Hexagon Power Grip
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WÜSTHOF PERFORMER 9" Double-Serrated Bread Knife
Forged 9-inch bread knife with a Diamond-Like Carbon finish and non-slip textured handle, made in Solingen, Germany
The WÜSTHOF PERFORMER 9" Double-Serrated Bread Knife cuts crusty sourdough, soft rolls, ripe tomatoes, and layered cakes without crushing or tearing. Its second row of fine serrations requires less pressure than a conventional bread knife, while the black Diamond-Like Carbon finish and textured handle support controlled slicing.
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Wüsthof PERFORMER 9" Double-Serrated Bread Knife
Clean Cuts Through Crusts and Soft Interiors
The 9-inch blade gives you the reach for full loaves, baguettes, cakes, and other large baked goods. Double serrations grip firm exteriors while moving through softer interiors with less downward pressure.
The 1.6-inch blade width provides more stability than a narrow bread knife, and the full bolster balances the forged blade against the handle.
Wüsthof PERFORMER 9" Double-Serrated Bread Knife
Why Choose the PERFORMER Bread Knife
The PERFORMER combines WÜSTHOF's precision double-serrated edge with a low-friction DLC finish and a textured handle. It is built for cooks who regularly cut hard crusts and want more grip, stability, and control than a conventional bread knife provides.
What stands out
Signature Features
Precision double-serrated edge
A second row of fine serrations supports smooth slicing with less crushing, pulling, and tearing.
9-inch blade
Provides useful reach for large loaves, dinner rolls, tomatoes, and layered cakes.
Diamond-Like Carbon finish
The deep-black blade treatment creates a hard, durable surface designed to reduce friction and resist heat, scratches, and damage.
Hexagon Power Grip
The textured handle provides a secure, non-slip grip during long slicing strokes.
Full bolster
Adds weight and balance between the blade and handle.
Forged construction
Made using WÜSTHOF's forged production method for strength and stable handling.
58 HRC hardness
The blade is hardened to 58 on the Rockwell scale.
Made in Solingen, Germany
Manufactured by WÜSTHOF in its historic German knife-making center.
Best for
The Right Knife for the Job
Cutting
Makes long, controlled slices through foods with firm exteriors and delicate interiors.
Bread
Cuts crusty sourdough, baguettes, soft loaves, and dinner rolls without compressing the crumb.
Pies & Cakes
Portions layered cakes, pies, and other baked goods with less tearing.
Product details
Specifications
- Product Type
- Precision double-serrated bread knife
- Series
- WÜSTHOF PERFORMER
- Blade Length
- 9 in
- Blade Width
- 1.6 in
- Handle Length
- 4.7 in
- Edge Type
- Precision double-serrated
- Blade Finish
- Diamond-Like Carbon
- Handle Design
- Hexagon Power Grip
- Bolster Style
- Full bolster
- Production Method
- Forged
- Blade Hardness
- 58 HRC
- WÜSTHOF SKU
- 1061201123
From Our Founder
"A bread knife should let the serrations do the work. This one needs very little pressure, and the textured handle stays secure when you are working through a large, hard-crusted loaf."
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.
Use a honing steel lightly to realign small burrs when needed.
Have each serration sharpened by a professional when the edge requires full sharpening.
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.
Use a honing steel lightly to realign small burrs when needed.
Have each serration sharpened by a professional when the edge requires full sharpening.
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Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
What makes the PERFORMER Double-Serrated Bread Knife different from a regular bread knife?
Its precision double-serrated edge places smaller serrations within larger teeth, creating additional cutting points. This helps the blade grip hard crusts and move through soft interiors with less downward pressure than a conventional single-serrated edge.
Can this knife cut both crusty sourdough and soft sandwich bread?
Yes. The double-serrated edge handles firm crusts and delicate interiors, while the 9-inch blade provides reach for broad artisan loaves, baguettes, sandwich bread, and rolls. Use gentle sawing strokes to avoid compressing soft bread.
What advantage does the black Diamond-Like Carbon finish provide?
The DLC treatment creates a hard, low-friction blade surface designed to resist scratches, heat, and wear. Combined with the double-serrated cutting edge, it helps the knife move smoothly through bread and other foods with resistant exteriors.
Can I use the PERFORMER Bread Knife for cakes and other foods?
Yes. Its serrated edge also cuts layered cakes, pies, pastries, and firm-skinned produce such as tomatoes. It is particularly useful when a food has a resistant exterior and a softer interior that could compress under excessive pressure.
