Wusthof Classic Ikon Black Utility Knife 16cm 1040330716
Wüsthof Classic Ikon Black Utility Knife 16cm is a slim mid-sized knife for precise slicing, trimming and everyday preparation. It bridges the gap between a paring knife and a full chef's knife without unnecessary bulk.
Chosen with professional-kitchen experience, this format is intended to make its specific preparation or storage task more controlled. The 16 cm format is matched to this product's intended role.
Product Details
The Wüsthof Classic Ikon Black Utility Knife 16cm brings the Classic Ikon Black approach to a utility knife. It is designed to work with controlled technique, an appropriate board or work surface, and care suited to the product.
- Purpose: slim mid-sized knife for precise slicing, trimming and everyday preparation.
- Series construction: forged stainless-steel construction, a full tang and ergonomic black handle with a double-bolster profile.
- Blade length: 16 cm.
- Origin: Germany; Wüsthof knives are crafted in Solingen.
Why We Love It: A Former Chef's View
Arima Homewares was founded by a former chef whose experience spans fine-dining, steakhouse, bakery and catering kitchens, including cooking for royalty and internationally renowned artists. She and her husband built Arima around one idea: professional kitchen experience, translated into honest guidance for home cooks.
“A utility knife is the useful middle ground: more reach than a paring knife, but faster and lighter than a full chef's knife for smaller bench tasks. For this 16 cm, I would prioritise control, fit and the task it is genuinely designed to perform.”
Arima Homewares is an Australian family-owned business operating from its Sydney warehouse since 2018 and an authorised Wüsthof stockist. Learn more about Arima Homewares.
Best For
- Bread
- Bread roll
- Fruit
- Pies/cakes
- Vegetables
Not Designed For
- Bones and frozen food
- Heavy chopping
- Prying, twisting or edge scraping
Specifications & Care
| Brand | Wüsthof |
| Series | Classic Ikon Black |
| Product type | utility knife |
| Blade length | 16 cm |
| Blade width / height | 25 mm |
| Manufacturing method | forged |
| Hardness | 58 HRC |
| Handle | Resilient synthetic handle, riveted |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Warranty | Lifetime manufacturer warranty, subject to manufacturer terms |
Care & Maintenance
- Hand wash with mild detergent and warm water, then dry thoroughly and immediately.
- Use a timber or knife-friendly cutting board; avoid glass, stone and ceramic surfaces.
- Store dry in a block, guard or magnetic system that protects the cutting edge.
- Hone or sharpen with an appropriate tool and a controlled, consistent angle.
- Avoid bones, frozen food, prying and twisting unless the knife is purpose-built for that task.
Complete the setup with suitable knife sharpening tools and knife-friendly chopping boards.
Choosing the Right Knife
Choose a utility knife when a paring knife is too short and a chef's knife feels too large. It is especially useful for small-batch preparation and tidy slices.
Compare the complete Wüsthof knife collection or browse the broader chef knife collection.
About Wüsthof
Founded in Solingen more than 200 years ago, Wüsthof remains family-owned in its seventh generation. Its knives are still crafted in Solingen, Germany. Classic Ikon pairs forged construction with an ergonomic handle and half-bolster geometry that gives access to the full cutting edge. Arima selects the range for quality, functionality and timeless design.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the utility knife best used for?
Bread, Bread roll, Fruit, Pies/cakes.
Is this Wüsthof product made in Germany?
Yes. The source product information identifies Germany as the country of origin; Wüsthof's knives are crafted in Solingen.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
Hand washing is recommended. Wash promptly with mild detergent where appropriate, then dry thoroughly before storage.
How should it be maintained?
Hand wash with mild detergent and warm water, then dry thoroughly and immediately. Use a timber or knife-friendly cutting board; avoid glass, stone and ceramic surfaces. Store dry in a block, guard or magnetic system that protects the cutting edge. Hone or sharpen with an appropriate tool and a controlled, consistent angle. Avoid bones, frozen food, prying and twisting unless the knife is purpose-built for that task.
Does it include a warranty?
Lifetime manufacturer warranty, subject to manufacturer terms.