Since you know about the steel and how the forged knives are made. I thought we’d share a little bit about Wusthof’s Precision Edge Technology. (Or why Wusthof knives are better than others).
The latest cutting performance tests carried out by the FGW (Forschungsgemeinschaft Werkzeuge und Werkstoffe e.V., a German research association for tools and materials based in Remscheid) confirm that WUSTHOF forged knives offer the best quality when compared to other well-known, single-layer brands.
Here’s why:
The extensive tests were carried out in accordance with DIN EN ISO 8442-5. WUSTHOF knives have a considerably higher ICP (Initial Cutting Performance) and maintain this performance for an extremely long time (TCC = Total Card Cut).
When compared with the winners in the “cook´s knife” category awarded by German consumer organization “Stiftung Warentest” in its 1st edition of 2008, forged WUSTHOF knives featuring the new PEtec technology produce a result which is about 20% higher.
The Technology:
- -The blades are measured by laser before sharpening.
- -Computer programs calculate the precise sharpening angle for each blade.
- -The knives are then sharpened on a whetstone using precision robots.
- -Finally, the knives are given a final polish using a special disc.
The Benefits:
- -Extremely high initial cutting performance.
- -Exceptionally long edge retention / long service life of blade.
- -Optimum cutting edge along the entire length of the blade.
- -Unique, consistently high and reproducible quality.
PEtec from WUSTHOF – superior sharpness for professional and home cooks!
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More on Wusthof Knives:
Part 1: Steel & Production
Part 2: The Evolution of a Forged Knife
Part 3: Details of a Forged Knife
Part 5: The 3 Blade Types
Part 6: The Cook’s Knife
Part 7: How to Use a Cook’s Knife
Part 8: Save Your Fingers! Tips on Cutting Correctly
Part 9: A Guide to Keeping Knives Sharp
Part 10: Proper Care for Long-Lasting Knives
Part 11: Storing Knives
Part 12: Coming Soon
