Wusthof Classic Ikon Black Chinese Cook's Knife 18cm 1040331818

Wüsthof Classic Ikon Black Chinese Cook's Knife 18cm is a broad vegetable-focused knife for chopping, slicing and transferring prepared ingredients. The tall blade provides knuckle clearance and a generous surface for moving food from board to pan.

Its place in the Arima range reflects a practical brief—useful proportions, a clear task and design that belongs in a lasting kitchen kit. The 18 cm format is matched to this product's intended role.

Product Details

The Wüsthof Classic Ikon Black Chinese Cook's Knife 18cm brings the Classic Ikon Black approach to a Chinese chef's knife. It is designed to work with controlled technique, an appropriate board or work surface, and care suited to the product.

• Purpose: broad vegetable-focused knife for chopping, slicing and transferring prepared ingredients.
• Series construction: forged stainless-steel construction, a full tang and ergonomic black handle with a double-bolster profile.
• Blade length: 18 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.

“The cleaver-like shape is about efficiency and board contact, not bone work. Use the height for controlled chopping and for moving prepared ingredients, then keep the fine edge away from hard impact. For this 18 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

• Cabbage
• Fish
• Fruit
• Head of lettuce
• Herbs
• Meat

Not Designed For

• Bones and hard joints
• Frozen food
• Prying or twisting with the blade

Specifications & Care

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 this shape for a tall, wide blade that excels at vegetable work. It is not a bone cleaver; select a purpose-built cleaver for heavy butchery tasks.

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 Chinese chef's knife best used for?

Cabbage, Fish, Fruit, Head of lettuce.

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.