Wusthof Grand Prix 10-Inch Cook's Knife
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: WusthofBrand: Wüsthof
Release Date: 2001-07-31
Model: 4587-7/26
Product features:
- 10-inch blade, great for mincing, chopping, and slicing
- Blade is hand forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel
- Ergonomic, permanently bonded black handle
- Lifetime warranty
- Made in Germany
- Wusthof Long-Term Knife Care Kit
- Wusthof Grand Prix 10-Inch Long Slicer
- Wusthof Grand Prix II 10-Inch Honing Steel
- Wusthof Grand Prix 2-Piece Knife Starter Set
- Wusthof Grand Prix 3 1/2-Inch Paring Knife
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Wusthof Grand Prix 10-Inch Cook's Knife
Customer Review: Good Knife, Probably Too Big
Summary: 4 Stars
There are really two main competitors in the high-end mainstream kitchen knife market: Henckels and Wusthof. Those who have used both usually have a preference. My preference (and therefore bias you should know about) is for the Wusthofs.The Wusthof Grand Prix line is a more modern design than the Classic series, with a simple black handle. The balance and grip of these knives are as close to perfect as I have found. For those wondering what benefits a higher priced knife provides, one benefit is that the blade (or tang) is one piece all the way through the handle. This makes the blade much stronger, and less likely to snap.
This particular model, the 10 inch cook's (or chef's) knife, is a good knife. Wusthof offers three sizes of chef's knives, 6, 8 and 10 inch. For most home cooks, I think the 8 inch knife is the best choice. This knife, the 10 inch, is a bit big for most jobs. The 6 inch is a bit small for bigger jobs. While the 8 inch isn't perfect for all uses, if you are only buying one size chef's knife (and most people only buy one), the 8 inch is the knife I would recommend.
Therefore, if you are buying your first cook's knife, I would recommend the 8 inch size. This is a great knife, but I don't think the size is right for mainstream users.
Description of Wusthof Grand Prix 10-Inch Cook's Knife
If you could only pack one knife for your trip to a desert island, this would be it! The 10-inch cook's knife from Wüsthof's premier line, Grand Prix, is the most versatile knife in the kitchen. Use it for anything from mincing onions and garlic to slicing meat or fish to cutting up any size of vegetables or fruit. The curved blade allows you to rock it back and forth, making mincing and chopping effortless. Professional chefs often use this impressive knife for mincing even small things like garlic or basil for pesto--you'll reach for it again and again.Wüsthof's Grand Prix line improves upon its Classic line by adding an ergonomically designed handle and a contemporary look. Each Grand Prix implement is forged by hand from a single piece of high-quality carbon steel, using a 38-step process. A full tang--a single piece of steel from the tip of the knife to the end of the handle--gives each piece a balanced feel, superior strength, and lifetime durability. Peer into the private kitchens of professional chefs, and chances are you'll see Wüsthof knives. Wüsthof-Trident understands the art of the knife. --Amy Adams
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