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Superb value and premium quality – the perfect knife for getting started in your kitchen.

WÜSTHOF Gourmet
With a wonderful price-to-performance ratio, non-forged Gourmet knives carve a special place in the WÜSTHOF repertoire when it comes to their intuitive and lightweight handling.
Every non-forged knife in the Gourmet series showcases typical WÜSTHOF high quality, with each blade laser-cut and toughened to a high degree of hardness at 56 Rockwell. The multi-step production process results in a nimble, lighter-weight version of its forged counterpart, making Gourmet knives an ideal entry point for new and seasoned cooks alike.
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Series Highlights

Laser Cut
Precision laser cut blades hardened to 56 Rockwell.
Exceptionally Sharp
Laser-controlled precision sharpening for knives that are exceptionally sharp – and stay sharp for longer.
Lightweight Design
Intuitive and uniquely lightweight – the perfect knife for getting started in your kitchen.
Durable Handle
Highly-durable handle design made of a synthetic material – Polyoxymethylene (POM) – which has a tighter molecular structure to resist fading and discolouration. Triple-riveted and printed with the authentic WÜSTHOF Trident logo.

Optimal Comfort and Durability
Gourmet knives feature a new, comfortable, and highly durable handle design made from a synthetic material called Polyoxymethylene (POM), which has a tighter molecular structure to resist fading and discolouration.
Excellent value meets expert quality: Laser-cut, stamped Gourmet knives offer unmatched WÜSTHOF quality at a superior price-to-performance ratio.
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Series Comparison
Series Highlight |
Our best-selling series for generations
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Laser-cut blades deliver value and versatility
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Unique series inspired by the garden-to-table movement
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Handle Material | Resilient synthetic handle, riveted | Synthetic handle, riveted | Heat-treated beech |
Weight | 268.0 g | 184.0 g | 163.0 g |
Handle Length | 11.5 cm | 13.4 cm | 11.1 cm |
Manufacturing Method | Forged | Non-Forged | Non-Forged |
Rockwell Rating
Rockwell RatingThe Rockwell rating measures the hardness of a knife blade, with WÜSTHOF knives typically rated between 56-58 HRC, balancing durability and ease of sharpening. This ensures the knife can maintain a sharp edge for longer while still being user-friendly.
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58 HRC | 56 HRC | 56 HRC |
Bolster
BolsterA bolster is the thick part of a knife between the blade and handle, providing balance and control while acting as a finger guard for safety.
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full bolster | none | none |
Rivet
RivetRivets are metal fasteners that securely attach the knife handle to the blade, ensuring strength and stability. WÜSTHOF's triple-riveted design enhances durability and provides a comfortable, long-lasting grip.
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stainless steel | Stainless Steel | aluminium |
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