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product_id: 280569957
title: "Gourmet Cook’s Knife, 8-Inch, black (1025044820)"
brand: "wüsthof"
price: "A$308"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Wüsthof"
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region: Australia
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# 8-inch precision blade perfect weight & balance corrosion-resistant durability Gourmet Cook’s Knife, 8-Inch, black (1025044820)

**Brand:** wüsthof
**Price:** A$308
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Elevate your kitchen game with precision and legacy in every slice!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Gourmet Cook’s Knife, 8-Inch, black (1025044820) by wüsthof
- **How much does it cost?** A$308 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/280569957-gourmet-cook-s-knife-8-inch-black-1025044820)

## Best For

- wüsthof enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted wüsthof brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last a Lifetime:** Crafted from high-carbon stainless steel with corrosion resistance and backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
- • **Everyday Kitchen Workhorse:** Versatile 8-inch blade handles everything from delicate tomatoes to tough meats with ease.
- • **Effortless Precision Cutting:** Laser-cut stamped blade ensures razor-sharp edges for flawless slicing, dicing, and mincing.
- • **Balanced for Comfort & Control:** Ergonomically designed handle and ideal weight distribution reduce wrist fatigue during extended prep.
- • **Trusted Heritage Craftsmanship:** Made in Solingen, Germany, with over 200 years of family-owned knife-making excellence.

## Overview

The Wüsthof Gourmet 8-inch Cook’s Knife combines German engineering and tradition with a laser-cut stamped high-carbon stainless steel blade, delivering exceptional sharpness and durability. Its polypropylene handle offers ergonomic comfort and resistance to heat and impact, making it the perfect balanced tool for professional-quality meal prep. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty, this knife is a reliable kitchen essential for millennials who value craftsmanship, performance, and timeless style.

## Description

Our Gourmet line offers superb value and quality. Unlike the visually similar Classic line, Gourmet is a precision laser-cut stamped line. This production method results in a lighter more economical version of its forged counterpart. Family owned and operated since 1814, WÜSTHOF embodies the highest levels of tradition, craftsmanship and quality. Every piece of WÜSTHOF cutlery is meticulously crafted in Solingen, Germany and carries the Solingen name, a designation reserved for products that meet the strictest quality standards and whose manufacture takes place within the city limits.

Review: Clean concise cutting - This knife is easy to handle. The blade sharp. I really like it. Balanced knife. I would purchase again as it is affordable, comfortable in my hand and functions the way it should.
Review: Absolutely Transformed My Kitchen Prep! (Seriously, Buy This) - I’ve been cooking seriously for about 15 years, and for most of that time, I just made do with whatever set of knives I got as a wedding or housewarming gift. I always thought a "nice" knife was an unnecessary splurge. Boy, was I wrong. This WÜSTHOF 8" Gourmet Chef's Knife has completely changed my perspective and, honestly, my entire meal prep routine. Why I Love It: * The Weight & Balance: This is the first thing I noticed. It feels substantial in my hand, but not heavy. The balance point is perfect—right where the blade meets the handle—which makes the chopping motion feel effortless and controlled. My wrist isn't fatigued after dicing a giant pile of onions and carrots for stock anymore. * Insane Sharpness (Out of the Box): I've been using it for about a month, and it's still razor-sharp. I can actually thinly slice tomatoes without crushing them, and mincing garlic is no longer a struggle. It glides through hard vegetables like butternut squash with confidence. * Comfortable Handle: The handle is super ergonomic. It's not slippery, even when my hands are a little wet or greasy. It feels safe and secure, which is huge when you’re working quickly. The "Real Talk" Part: * It’s a WÜSTHOF, so yes, it's an investment compared to a box-store set. But think of it this way: you use this tool every single day if you cook. It's worth the money for the time savings and the sheer pleasure of using a quality instrument. * Washing: You have to handwash this. Don't even think about putting it in the dishwasher. It takes maybe 30 seconds to wash and dry it right after use. This is just basic knife care, and it’s non-negotiable if you want it to last. Bottom Line: If you are currently struggling with dull, lightweight knives, stop messing around and just get this one. It's the workhorse of the kitchen, and upgrading this one tool will make the biggest difference in your cooking life. It truly deserves the 5 stars. I'm already planning to get a smaller paring knife from the same line.

## Features

- WÜSTHOF GOURMET SERIES – 8" Chef's Knife with synthetic polypropylene handles that resist fading, discoloration, heat and impact. Precisely laser-cut stamped knives offer superb quality and value
- KITCHEN WORKHORSE – The WÜSTHOF 8” Gourmet Chef’s Knife is essential for preparing any meal. This all-purpose cook’s knife can be used for chopping, mincing, slicing and dicing
- WÜSTHOF CHEF'S KNIFE – The GOURMET 8" Cook’s Knife is the work horse of the kitchen, or the essential kitchen knife. Due to the weight and balance of the knife, it is also perfect for heavy duty work such as cutting thicker vegetables and meats
- DURABLE – WÜSTHOF Cutlery is crafted to resist corrosion and dulling. This German made Kitchen Knife set Comes with a limited Lifetime Warranty
- CENTURIES OF TRADITION – Family owned for seven generations, WÜSTHOF was founded in Solingen, Germany over 200 years ago. WÜSTHOF’s cutlery carries the Solingen name, a designation reserved for products that meet the strictest quality standards

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0885YNPVG |
| Best Sellers Rank | #67,141 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #223 in Chef's Knives |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Blade Edge | Serrated |
| Blade Material Type | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Blade edge | Serrated |
| Blade length | 8 Inches |
| Blade material | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| BladeLength | 8 Inches |
| Brand | Wüsthof |
| Brand Name | Wüsthof |
| Color | Black |
| Colour | Black |
| Construction Type | Stamped |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 777 Reviews |
| Handle Material | Polypropylene |
| Handle material | Polypropylene |
| Included Components | Cook's Knife |
| Is the item dishwasher safe? | Yes |
| Item Length | 14 Inches |
| Item Type Name | Gourmet Cook’s Knife |
| Item Weight | 240 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Wüsthof |

## Product Details

- **Blade edge:** Serrated
- **Blade material:** High Carbon Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Wüsthof
- **Colour:** Black
- **Handle material:** Polypropylene

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Clean concise cutting
*by J***H on 15 December 2024*

This knife is easy to handle. The blade sharp. I really like it. Balanced knife. I would purchase again as it is affordable, comfortable in my hand and functions the way it should.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Transformed My Kitchen Prep! (Seriously, Buy This)
*by E***N on 26 November 2025*

I’ve been cooking seriously for about 15 years, and for most of that time, I just made do with whatever set of knives I got as a wedding or housewarming gift. I always thought a "nice" knife was an unnecessary splurge. Boy, was I wrong. This WÜSTHOF 8" Gourmet Chef's Knife has completely changed my perspective and, honestly, my entire meal prep routine. Why I Love It: * The Weight & Balance: This is the first thing I noticed. It feels substantial in my hand, but not heavy. The balance point is perfect—right where the blade meets the handle—which makes the chopping motion feel effortless and controlled. My wrist isn't fatigued after dicing a giant pile of onions and carrots for stock anymore. * Insane Sharpness (Out of the Box): I've been using it for about a month, and it's still razor-sharp. I can actually thinly slice tomatoes without crushing them, and mincing garlic is no longer a struggle. It glides through hard vegetables like butternut squash with confidence. * Comfortable Handle: The handle is super ergonomic. It's not slippery, even when my hands are a little wet or greasy. It feels safe and secure, which is huge when you’re working quickly. The "Real Talk" Part: * It’s a WÜSTHOF, so yes, it's an investment compared to a box-store set. But think of it this way: you use this tool every single day if you cook. It's worth the money for the time savings and the sheer pleasure of using a quality instrument. * Washing: You have to handwash this. Don't even think about putting it in the dishwasher. It takes maybe 30 seconds to wash and dry it right after use. This is just basic knife care, and it’s non-negotiable if you want it to last. Bottom Line: If you are currently struggling with dull, lightweight knives, stop messing around and just get this one. It's the workhorse of the kitchen, and upgrading this one tool will make the biggest difference in your cooking life. It truly deserves the 5 stars. I'm already planning to get a smaller paring knife from the same line.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top
*by L***N on 10 January 2026*

Gute Qualität und immernoch scharf ohne nachschärfen.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-15*