The Knife for Perfect Control

NEW PERFORMER SERIES

Combining centuries of expert craftsmanship with cutting-edge manufacturing technology, the Performer series is designed for ultimate control and exceptional performance.

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The Perfect Knives for
Fans of Good Taste

WÜSTHOF Performer knives combine centuries of expert craftsmanship from Solingen, Germany with cutting-edge manufacturing technology. Our Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating makes the steel uniquely hard and durable, and each blade features a water-repellent “lotus effect” – a term for the naturally self-cleaning, water-beading properties found in the leaves of a lotus flower (or on the sleeve of your rain jacket). Each knife is forged from a single piece of steel and perfected by our experienced knife grinders. To take extra care that your knife experience glides seamlessly from food preparation to plating, we fit each handle with the non-slip Hexagon Power Grip. With its innovative honeycomb design, it guarantees every slicing moment is safe and precise, even under busy, wet, or otherwise tricky kitchen conditions.

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  • DLC Coating

    The technology for our Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating was originally created for space travel and motor sports. It increases the surface hardness of WÜSTHOF steel from 58 to an extraordinarily strong 104 Rockwell, making the blade heat-resistant and virtually immune to warping or scratches. We’re proud that WÜSTHOF is the first knife manufacturer in the world to use this technology on a fully forged knife with bolster.

  • Lotus Effect

    The moisture-beading, hydrophobic “lotus effect” used to finish our forged steel blades causes just-cut pieces of food to slip away from the knife during slicing. This means chopping, mincing, and dicing feel almost frictionless, whether you’re cutting a juicy onion, ripe stone fruit, or starchy potatoes. The blade also repels fats from oil or butter and acids from citrus or tomatoes. With a simple wipe after food prep, your blade shines like new.

  • Forged From a Single Piece of Stainless Steel

    Each knife is forged from a single piece of stainless steel, ensuring superior quality and durability.

  • Hexagon Power Grip

    The Hexagon Power Grip with its honeycomb structure gives you a firm hold under all working conditions. The glass fiber reinforced polyamide handle is easy to care for and dishwasher safe.

  • The WÜSTHOF Precision Double-Serrated Edge

    Thanks to the precise, double-serrated edge of the Performer Bread Knife, crusty breads and soft sandwich loaves alike can be sliced effortlessly, without tearing or crushing the delicate crumb.

MADE IN SOLINGEN

WÜSTHOF is proud to be a part of over 200 years of collective expertise represented by Solingen, Germany, known as “The City of Blades.” The Performer series signifies the unsurpassable quality that makes Solingen a synonym for knife craft.

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Chef's Knife

  • Suitable for all knife techniques, making it the perfect all-purpose knife for food lovers and professional chefs
  • Blades are coated with DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating, meaning the steel is heat-resistant, scratch-proof and water-repellent. (Particles and liquids simply roll off the surface.)
  • Hexagon Power Grip: The innovative, ergonomic handle with its non-slip honeycomb structure ensures ultimate control – ideal for all working conditions
  • Crafted in the renowned cutlery center of the world: Solingen, Germany
  • Hand-wash only
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Bread Knife

  • Suitable for all knife techniques, making it the perfect all-purpose knife for food lovers and professional chefs
  • Blades are coated with DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating, meaning the steel is heat-resistant, scratch-proof and water-repellent. (Particles and liquids simply roll off the surface.)
  • Hexagon Power Grip: The innovative, ergonomic handle with its non-slip honeycomb structure ensures ultimate control – ideal for all working conditions
  • Crafted in the renowned cutlery center of the world: Solingen, Germany
  • Hand-wash only
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Paring Knife

  • A small, versatile knife with a slim, powerful blade and an extremely sharp plain edge mostly used for small fruits and vegetables
  • Blades are coated with DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating, meaning the steel is heat-resistant, scratch-proof and water-repellent. (Particles and liquids simply roll off the surface.)
  • Hexagon Power Grip: The innovative, ergonomic handle with its non-slip honeycomb structure ensures ultimate control – ideal for all working conditions
  • Crafted in the renowned cutlery center of the world: Solingen, Germany
  • Hand-wash only
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Santoku

  • 7” blade is powerful and versatile – an excellent, all-purpose knife, particularly for intricate chopping work or for preparing meat, fish, herbs, fruits and vegetables
  • Blades are coated with DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating, meaning the steel is heat-resistant, scratch-proof and water-repellent. (Particles and liquids simply roll off the surface.)
  • Hexagon Power Grip: The innovative, ergonomic handle with its non-slip honeycomb structure ensures ultimate control – ideal for all working conditions
  • Crafted in the renowned cutlery center of the world: Solingen, Germany
  • Hand-wash only
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