Santoku knife PERFORMER 17 cm, black, Wüsthof

Product detailed description

The Santoku knife type, which originated in Japan and is generally associated with Asian cuisine, has become very popular with chefs around the world. The perfect tool, especially where the raw material needs to be cut precisely into thin slices or small pieces. So versatile in shape, weight and blade that it can be used to cut herbs, vegetables and fruit as well as fish and meat. The sharp Santoku blade allows for anything from ordinary slicing to the thinnest of cuts - which is why it is now indispensable in kitchens around the world. The hollow cut on the blade prevents thin and soft slices from sticking to the blade. The half-head reduces the weight of the knife and makes sharpening easier.

Blade with diamond-like carbon surface for extreme performance

The blade with diamond-like carbon (DLC) surface, which is extremely hard and durable, is the highest quality on the market. The black, almost magical blade surface increases the surface hardness of WÜSTHOF steel from 58 to the unique 104 Rockwell. For the connoisseur, this means a remarkable advantage in performance: the extreme robustness makes the knife virtually immune to adverse external influences, and the diamond-like surface is also extremely resistant to heat. DLC was originally developed for the extreme conditions of space travel and motorsports; WÜSTHOF is the first knife manufacturer in the world to use this technology in a fully forged knife with a head.

Lotus effect: the particles simply slide off the surface

Performer knives slip through food almost frictionlessly: no loss of momentum. Thanks to the particularly low friction and non-stick diamond-like surface and the lotus effect of the black surface, the particles simply slide away on the blade surface. Freshly chopped pieces of food, such as slices of juicy onion, simply slide off: the ideal situation when speed and precision are required in times of intense activity in the kitchen. Thanks to the hydrophobic effect, all liquids flow easily, including acids from citrus fruits as well as fats or starches such as potatoes. Simply wipe the blade after each use and the captivating blade will shine like new.

Hexagon Power Grip - always in full control

The high-performance DLC technology is enhanced by the innovative non-slip Hexagon Power Grip. Thanks to its non-slip offset honeycomb structure, the honeycomb provides an optimal grip in any situation and ensures excellent control. A bonus for the user: even in hectic, wet or otherwise difficult working conditions, the knife is held firmly in your grip, allowing you to use the blade safely and accurately at all times. The fibreglass-reinforced polyamide handle is easy to maintain and dishwasher safe: suitable for everyday use. Overall, the Hexagon Power Grip consistently delivers on the promise of DLC blade performance.

Main advantages:

• The only forged knife with DLC (diamond-like carbon) surface on the market
• Extremely scratch-resistant: DLC coating increases the surface hardness of WÜSTHOF steel from 58 to a unique 104 Rockwell
• Particularly low friction due to the lotus leaf effect of the DLC surface; liquids are simply repelled from the surface
• Strong resistance to acids and starches, such as those contained in lemons or potatoes
• The non-slip Hexagon Power Grip fits perfectly in the hand and guarantees optimal control under demanding working conditions
• The handle is composed of 15% glass fibre reinforced polyamide, thanks to its exceptional durability the material is durable and dishwasher safe

The blade:

• Material: chrome molybdenum vanadium steel (X50CrMoV 15)
• Surface: coated with DLC
• Surface hardness: 104 Rockwell
• Blade hardness: 58 Rockwell
• PEtec (Precision Edge Technology)

Handle:

• Material: glass fibre reinforced polyamide Hexagon Power Grip
• Color: black

Parameters:

• Blade length: 17 cm
• Blade height: 4,6 cm
• Handle length: 13,6 cm
• Total length: 30,6 cm
• Weight: 176 g