Wusthof Classic Ikon 2.75” Bird’s Beak Paring Knife 4020-7

The curved edge of this parer is for peeling or turning. Often referred to as a Tourne knife, this blade shape is shaped so you can peel fruits and vegetables easily. The Wusthof Classic Ikon is the culmination of all the best features of each of the Wusthof knife lines. The combined riveted handle design combines with a contoured shape to add comfort and control. The Classic Ikon adds a rear bolster that acts as a counterbalance when using the knife. This second bolster adds significant blade control. The Classic Ikon also has a unique front bolster. The partial front bolster is designed so you can sharpen the entire length of the blade. This bolster is also curved inward to allow your fingers more control while holding the knife by the blade. Located in the cutlery capital of the world, Solingen, Germany, the history of the Wusthof factory dates back to 1814, when the company was incorporated into the Duchy of Berg. To this day, the company remains family-owned. Throughout its history, Wusthof has focused almost exclusively on making forged knives for the professional chef and home cooking enthusiast. Wusthof uses a special blend of German steel across the entire length of the knife. The ingredients of this steel are proudly etched into each blade. Wusthof not only uses the finest materials to make a fine knife, but it is also crucial that each blade is precision tempered. This tempering allows the knife to hold its edge for an extremely long time, yet can still be maintained in your home kitchen without the need to be sent in for servicing. Our unique compound angle is not seen on many knives. This angle tapers from the spine of the knife to the edge to allow for a strong, yet extremely sharp edge, while also tapering from the bolster to the tip to give the knife strength and flexibility.