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Wüsthof CLASSIC 7" Hollow Edge Craftsman
$170.00
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Part number: 1040134318
- Hybrid blade design
- Wide curved belly
- Clip-point tip
- Hollow edge
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WÜSTHOF CLASSIC 7" Hollow Edge Craftsman
Forged hybrid knife with a curved belly, clip-point tip, and hollow edge, made in Solingen, Germany
The WÜSTHOF CLASSIC 7" Hollow Edge Craftsman combines the working features of a chef's knife, curved boning knife, and slicing knife. Its broad belly supports rocking cuts, the clip-point tip works around joints and bones, and the narrow hollow edge blade makes controlled slices through meat and vegetables.
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Wüsthof CLASSIC 7" Hollow Edge Craftsman
One Blade for Chopping, Boning, and Slicing
The Craftsman uses a 7-inch blade with more curve than a traditional slicing knife and a narrower profile than a standard chef's knife. The wide belly supports rocking cuts through vegetables, while the fine clip-point tip provides control when trimming meat, filleting fish, or working around poultry joints.
Hollow-ground indentations create small air pockets between the blade and the ingredient. This helps thin slices release from the steel during carving and repetitive prep.
Wüsthof CLASSIC 7" Hollow Edge Craftsman
A More Agile Alternative to a Chef's Knife
The Craftsman is narrower and more pointed than a traditional chef's knife, making it easier to guide around joints and through detailed meat preparation. It retains enough blade curve and width for chopping vegetables, then moves directly into carving and slicing without changing knives.
What stands out
Signature Features
Hybrid blade design
Combines useful elements of a chef's knife, curved boning knife, and slicing knife.
Wide curved belly
Supports a controlled rocking motion for chopping vegetables and herbs.
Clip-point tip
Provides maneuverability around joints, connective tissue, and other detailed areas.
Hollow edge
Indentations along the blade help reduce sticking during carving and slicing.
7-inch blade
Provides enough reach for carving and portioning while remaining agile during detailed prep.
Forged construction
Forged from a single piece of high-carbon, stain-resistant steel.
PEtec edge
WÜSTHOF's laser-guided sharpening process creates a precise factory edge with extended retention.
58 HRC hardness
Balances edge retention with practical honing and sharpening.
Made in Solingen, Germany
Manufactured and finished in WÜSTHOF's historic German knife-making center.
Best for
The Right Knife for the Job
Carving
Makes controlled slices through roasts, poultry, and other cooked meats.
Cutting
Handles varied prep with one agile, multipurpose blade.
Meat
Trims, portions, debones, and slices meat and poultry.
Vegetables
Uses its curved belly for chopping and rocking cuts on the board.
Product details
Specifications
- Product Type
- Craftsman knife
- Series
- WÜSTHOF CLASSIC
- Blade Length
- 7 in
- Blade Width
- 1.6 in
- Handle Length
- 4.4 in
- Edge Style
- Hollow edge
- Tip Profile
- Clip point
- Production Method
- Forged
- Blade Hardness
- 58 HRC
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- WÜSTHOF SKU
- 1040134318
From Our Founder
"The Craftsman earns its place by moving comfortably between the cutting board and the carving board. The curved belly handles everyday chopping, while the narrow blade and pointed tip give you better access around meat and poultry."
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 edge alignment.
Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.
Do not use the fine edge to cut bones, frozen food, or other hard materials.
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 edge alignment.
Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.
Do not use the fine edge to cut bones, frozen food, or other hard materials.
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Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
What makes the WÜSTHOF CLASSIC Craftsman different from a chef's knife?
The Craftsman combines a curved cutting belly, a narrow slicing profile, and a clip-point tip. It handles everyday chopping but is particularly useful for trimming meat, working around joints, and carving, where a conventional broad chef's knife can feel less maneuverable.
What is the 7-inch Craftsman best used for?
It is suited to chopping vegetables, trimming boneless meat, working around poultry joints, filleting fish, and carving cooked portions. Its curved belly supports rocking cuts, while the pointed tip gives you control during detailed preparation.
What does the clip-point tip do?
The clip-point tip provides a narrow, precise working area for guiding the blade around joints, connective tissue, and other tight spaces. It is useful for detailed trimming and separating meat from bone, but the knife should not be used to cut through bones.
What is the advantage of the Craftsman's hollow edge?
The hollow-edge indentations create small air pockets between the blade and the food during cutting. These help reduce sticking when carving thin portions of meat or slicing vegetables.
