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Wüsthof CLASSIC 10" Chef's Knife
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Part number: 1040100126
- 10-inch chef's blade
- Forged construction
- Broad blade profile
- 58 HRC hardness
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WÜSTHOF CLASSIC 10" Chef's Knife
Forged 10-inch chef's knife for large ingredients and full-length cuts, made in Solingen, Germany
The WÜSTHOF CLASSIC 10" Chef's Knife gives you the reach and weight for large-scale chopping, slicing, mincing, and portioning. Its long forged blade handles thick vegetables, large cuts of meat, melons, cabbage, and substantial batches of herbs with fewer strokes than a standard 8-inch chef's knife.
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Wüsthof CLASSIC 10" Chef's Knife
More Reach for Larger Prep
The 10-inch blade provides extra cutting length for large vegetables, fruit, meat, and high-volume board work. Its 1.9-inch width gives you useful knuckle clearance and a broad surface for moving chopped ingredients.
The additional blade length and balanced forged construction also provide more weight behind demanding cuts. This makes the knife particularly useful for thick vegetables and larger portions that require a confident, continuous stroke.
Wüsthof CLASSIC 10" Chef's Knife
When an 8-Inch Knife Is Not Enough
The 10-inch CLASSIC is for cooks who value maximum reach and more blade weight on the board. It covers the same work as a standard chef's knife while making larger ingredients and substantial prep more efficient.
What stands out
Signature Features
10-inch chef's blade
Provides extended reach for large ingredients, long slicing strokes, and substantial batches of prep.
Forged construction
Made using WÜSTHOF's forged production method for strength, balance, and dependable daily use.
Broad blade profile
The 1.9-inch width provides knuckle clearance and a useful surface for transferring prepared ingredients.
58 HRC hardness
The blade balances edge retention with practical honing and sharpening.
4.5-inch handle
Keeps the longer blade controlled and balanced in hand.
Made in Solingen, Germany
Manufactured by WÜSTHOF in its historic German knife-making center.
Best for
The Right Knife for the Job
Chopping
Handles large vegetables, herbs, and substantial batches of board work.
Cutting
Serves as a full-size primary knife for demanding kitchen preparation.
Fish
Portions larger fillets and other boneless cuts with long, controlled strokes.
Fruit
Cuts melons and other large fruit with fewer passes.
Herbs
Provides the length and curved edge needed for efficient mincing.
Meat
Slices and portions larger boneless cuts.
Vegetables
Handles cabbage, squash, cauliflower, and other thick or oversized produce.
Product details
Specifications
- Product Type
- Chef's knife
- Series
- WÜSTHOF CLASSIC
- Blade Length
- 10 in
- Blade Width
- 1.9 in
- Handle Length
- 4.5 in
- Production Method
- Forged
- Blade Hardness
- 58 HRC
- Handle Color
- Black
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- WÜSTHOF SKU
- 1040100126
From Our Founder
"A 10-inch chef's knife gives you noticeably more reach and weight than the standard eight-inch size. It is especially useful when you regularly work with large vegetables, bigger cuts, or substantial batches of prep."
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 knife block, blade guard, drawer insert, or magnetic storage system.
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 knife block, blade guard, drawer insert, or magnetic storage system.
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
Who should choose the 10-inch CLASSIC Chef's Knife instead of the 8-inch?
The 10-inch knife suits cooks who regularly prepare large vegetables, bigger cuts of boneless meat, or substantial quantities of ingredients. Its longer blade provides more reach and weight than the 8-inch model, making large-scale preparation more efficient.
What is the WÜSTHOF CLASSIC 10" Chef's Knife best used for?
Its main strengths are chopping large vegetables, slicing melons, mincing substantial quantities of herbs, and portioning boneless meat or fish. The long blade is particularly useful when cutting large ingredients in fewer strokes.
Is the 10-inch CLASSIC Chef's Knife forged in Germany?
Yes. This knife is forged in Solingen, Germany. Its blade measures 10 inches long and 1.9 inches wide, with a hardness of 58 HRC.
Does the longer blade require a different cutting technique?
The knife supports the same chopping, slicing, and rocking techniques as a smaller CLASSIC chef's knife. Its additional length requires adequate cutting-board space and controlled handling, particularly when working with smaller ingredients.
