Wüsthof

The Performer 17cm Hollow Edge Rotoku, a WÜSTHOF innovation, is the evolution of the classic Santoku. Fine slicing, speedy chopping, precise serving - this blade masters every task with the ultimate dynamism. The wide blade offers perfect control and also serves as a practical tool: use it to scoop and transfer ingredients from the cutting board to the skillet or serving bowl.

The curved edge pairs the smooth, rocking cuts essential to a European-style chef’s knife with the unparalleled precision of an Asian-style chef’s knife. The hollows along the blade’s edge allow small air pockets to form, minimising sticking and maximising efficiency. This knife extends the original “three virtues” of the traditional Santoku (named for the myriad ways it’s used for meat, fish and vegetables) by three more core functions: chopping, serving and transporting. The name “Rotoku” is derived from the Japanese number “roku” (“six”). Six virtues. One knife. A masterpiece of elegance and functionality.

Performer knives are enhanced with a deep-black Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) performance finish, which makes our blades uniquely strong and durable. This finish is heat-resistant, scratchproof and resilient to damage. No matter the conditions, it sets new standards for frictionless slicing. The non-slip Hexagon-Power-Grip© design on the handles guarantees unmatched control with every cut.

• Food-safe, patented non-slip Hexagon Power Grip handle.

• Perfect handling and extreme control in wet and dry conditions.

• Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) combined with double-serrated blade.

• Delivers exceptional and superior sharpness, remains sharp for longer, requires less pressure and is suitable for very precise, smooth cuts.

• Good Design Award Winner - international award for design and innovation.

• Fully forged from a single piece of chromium-molybdenum-vanadium (X50 Cr MoV 15) steel hardened to 58° Rockwell.

• Quality - Designed & manufactured in Solingen, Germany.

• Knife sharpening service - first sharpening is free.