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Wüsthof CLASSIC 7" Hollow Edge Santoku, Black
$170.00
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Part number: 1040131317
- 7-inch Santoku blade
- Hollow-edge indentations
- 10-degree edge angle
- Forged construction
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WÜSTHOF CLASSIC
WÜSTHOF CLASSIC 7" Hollow Edge Santoku in Black
Forged 7-inch Santoku with a broad blade and hollow edge, made in Solingen, Germany.
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WÜSTHOF CLASSIC
Controlled Cutting with a Broad Santoku Blade
The 7-inch Santoku has a broad blade and a relatively straight cutting edge suited to controlled downward chopping and slicing. Its 1.8-inch width provides useful knuckle clearance and a stable surface for moving prepared ingredients from the board.
The blade handles vegetables, herbs, fruit, boneless fish, and meat with clean, deliberate cuts. Its 10-degree edge angle per side supports precise slicing, including regular and thin cuts through ingredients such as onions, cucumbers, and radishes.
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Hollow-Edge Performance
Oval indentations along the blade create small air pockets as the knife moves through food. These help reduce sticking, particularly when slicing thin pieces of vegetables and other ingredients that tend to cling to a smooth blade.
Forged in Solingen, Germany, the Santoku combines this specialized blade design with WÜSTHOF's traditional CLASSIC construction. The 58 HRC blade and triple-riveted handle provide the familiar balance and durability expected from the range.
What stands out
Signature Features
7-inch Santoku blade
A broad, precise profile for chopping, slicing, mincing, and preparing boneless meat or fish.
Hollow-edge indentations
Create small air pockets that help reduce food sticking during slicing.
10-degree edge angle
The fine edge angle on each side supports precise cutting and thin, controlled slices.
Forged construction
Made using WÜSTHOF's forging process for strength and balanced handling.
58 HRC hardness
Balances edge retention with practical honing and sharpening.
Made in Solingen
Manufactured by WÜSTHOF in Germany's historic knife-making center.
Best for
The Right Knife for the Job
Chopping
Handles vegetables, herbs, and everyday board work with controlled downward cuts.
Cutting
Serves as a versatile primary knife for precise kitchen preparation.
Fish
Portions fillets and other boneless cuts with a broad, stable blade.
Fruit
Produces clean slices through apples, citrus, melons, and other produce.
Herbs
Chops and minces herbs with a direct cutting motion.
Meat
Slices and portions tender boneless meat and poultry.
Sausage
Makes clean slices through cooked and cured sausages.
Vegetables
Produces regular or thin cuts through onions, cucumbers, radishes, and other vegetables.
Product details
Specifications
- Product type
- Santoku
- Series
- WÜSTHOF CLASSIC
- Blade length
- 7 in
- Blade width
- 1.8 in
- Handle length
- 4.4 in
- Production method
- Forged
- Edge type
- Hollow edge
- Edge angle
- 10 degrees per side
- Blade hardness
- 58 HRC
- Handle construction
- Triple-riveted synthetic handle
- Country of origin
- Germany
From Our Founder
"A seven-inch Santoku feels direct and controlled on the board. The hollow edge is especially useful when you are making repeated thin slices through vegetables, fruit, and sausage."
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 the Asian-style edge at 10° per side as needed.
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 the Asian-style edge at 10° per side as needed.
Warranty Information
Choose your finish
CLASSIC 7" Hollow Edge Santoku in Black
The original WÜSTHOF CLASSIC Black handle gives this Santoku the traditional triple-riveted appearance of the range. It suits kitchens with stainless steel appliances, natural wood cutting boards, and established black-handled knife collections, providing a familiar finish for a Japanese-inspired blade design.
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Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a Santoku and a chef's knife?
A Santoku has a broader, relatively straighter cutting edge that favors direct downward chopping and slicing. A traditional European chef's knife has more curvature for rocking cuts. Both are versatile kitchen knives, but the Santoku particularly suits cooks who prefer precise, straight cutting motions.
What does hollow edge mean on a WÜSTHOF Santoku?
The oval indentations along the blade create small air pockets during cutting. These help reduce the tendency of thin slices to stick to the blade, particularly when working with vegetables and other moist ingredients.
What handle colors are available?
This Santoku is offered here in four handle options: Black, White, Fresh Rosemary, and Velvet Oyster. Each uses the same forged 7-inch hollow-edge blade, so the handle finish can be chosen without changing the knife's cutting specifications.
What is the edge angle of the WÜSTHOF CLASSIC 7" Santoku?
The Santoku has a 10-degree cutting edge angle per side. This finer angle supports precise slicing and controlled cuts through vegetables, fruit, fish, and boneless meat.
How should I clean and maintain this Santoku?
Wash by hand and towel-dry immediately. Do not put the knife in the dishwasher, leave it soaking, or use abrasive sponges. Avoid hard cutting surfaces such as glass, metal, and bamboo. Hone regularly, sharpen as needed, and store the blade safely.
What warranty comes with the WÜSTHOF CLASSIC Santoku?
WÜSTHOF provides a limited lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship under normal household use. Normal wear, misuse, and commercial use are excluded. Design & Grace can help if you need assistance with a warranty claim.
