Wusthof Crafter Bread knife 23cm 1010801123
Wüsthof Crafter Bread knife 23cm is a serrated knife for crusty loaves, soft bread, cakes and firm-skinned produce. The serrated edge grips the surface so the blade can travel through without compressing the soft centre.
This is part of Arima's considered Wüsthof edit: functional equipment chosen for real preparation rather than display alone. The 23 cm format is matched to this product's intended role.
Product Details
The Wüsthof Crafter Bread knife 23cm brings the Crafter approach to a bread knife. It is designed to work with controlled technique, an appropriate board or work surface, and care suited to the product.
- Purpose: serrated knife for crusty loaves, soft bread, cakes and firm-skinned produce.
- Series construction: forged X50CrMoV15 steel, a half bolster and smoked-oak handle secured with brass rivets.
- Blade length: 23 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 good bread knife should cut the crust without crushing the crumb. Use a light sawing action and let the serrations do the work; double-serrated models need even less downward pressure. For this 23 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
- Cabbage
- Head of lettuce
- Pies/cakes
Not Designed For
- Bones and frozen food
- Chopping, prying or twisting
- Flattening the loaf with excess pressure
Specifications & Care
| Brand | Wüsthof |
| Series | Crafter |
| Product type | bread knife |
| Blade length | 23 cm |
| Blade width / height | 31 mm |
| Manufacturing method | forged |
| Steel / construction | X50CrMoV15 stainless steel |
| Hardness | 58 HRC |
| Handle | Smoked oak |
| 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.
- Have the serrated edge maintained by a professional experienced with quality serrated knives.
- 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 longer bread knife for large loaves and clean, uninterrupted strokes. A double-serrated edge improves grip and can reduce the pressure needed through hard crusts.
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. Crafter combines forged blades and half-bolster geometry with smoked-oak handles and traditional brass rivets. Arima selects the range for quality, functionality and timeless design.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the bread knife best used for?
Bread, Bread roll, Cabbage, 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. Have the serrated edge maintained by a professional experienced with quality serrated knives. 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.