Wusthof Gourmet Carving Knife & Meat Fork Set
Product Description
The Wusthof Gourmet carving set pairs a carving knife with a matching meat fork — the two tools used together for controlled slicing and securing of joints, poultry, and large...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 2
- Colour
- Black
- Construction
- Forged
- Dimensions
- 25(H) x 110(W)mm
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Product Description
The Wusthof Gourmet carving set pairs a carving knife with a matching meat fork — the two tools used together for controlled slicing and securing of joints, poultry, and large cuts during service or prep. Both pieces are part of Wusthof's Gourmet series, manufactured in Solingen, Germany, where Wusthof has been producing knives for over 200 years.
The carving knife is laser-cut from German stainless steel and hardened to 56 Rockwell hardness through a 34-step manufacturing process. That level of hardness sits in a practical range for a carving blade — firm enough to hold an edge through regular use, and still straightforward to restore with a honing steel or sharpening stone. The full tang construction runs the steel through the length of the handle, which contributes to consistent balance during the long strokes carving work requires.
Handles on both pieces are made from POM — a synthetic material chosen for its tight molecular structure, which resists moisture ingress, discolouration, and the build-up of residue that can become a hygiene concern in busy kitchens. The handles are also dishwasher safe, which matters in a commercial setting where hand-washing every item at service end is rarely practical.
- Secure grip during repetitive slicing tasks
- Hygienic handle material — resists staining and moisture absorption
- Edge is straightforward to restore without specialist equipment
- Full tang balances the knife through longer cutting strokes
- Matched fork helps control large cuts safely during carving
This set is well suited to prep kitchens, carvery-style service operations, and any kitchen that carves whole joints or birds regularly. It is a practical entry point into the Gourmet range rather than a top-tier professional tool — chefs working at high volume or with particularly demanding carving requirements may find the heavier-duty options in the wider Wusthof catalogue more appropriate.
If you are equipping a new kitchen or refreshing your knife roll and want to talk through what suits your service style, the team is happy to help.
Key Features
- Laser-cut German stainless steel blade hardened to 56 Rockwell
- Full tang construction provides consistent balance through the handle
- POM handle resists moisture, staining, and unhygienic residue build-up
- 34-step manufacturing process produces a long-lasting, restorable edge
- Matched meat fork included for secure control when carving large joints
Operational Benefits
- Holds a reliable edge through regular carving sessions without frequent resharpening
- Full tang balance reduces fatigue during repetitive slicing work
- Hygienic handle material supports food safety standards in busy kitchens
- Dishwasher-safe construction keeps post-service cleaning straightforward
- Matched fork and knife work together for safer, more controlled carving
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 2
- Colour
- Black
- Construction
- Forged
- Dimensions
- 25(H) x 110(W)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- No
- Freezer safe
- No
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Microwave safe
- No
- Oven proof
- No
- Warranty
- 10 Years
- Weight
- 280g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The Gourmet set is a solid choice for kitchens that carve regularly but at moderate volume. For a busy carvery running multiple joints continuously across a long service, it may be worth considering a heavier-duty carving knife with a more aggressive edge retention profile — the Gourmet range sits at the practical entry level of the Wusthof catalogue rather than the top of it.
- Regular honing with a steel before each service will keep the edge in good working condition. The blade can be resharpened using a whetstone or professional sharpening service when needed — the 56 Rockwell hardness makes it responsive to both. The knife is dishwasher safe, though hand-washing and prompt drying will extend the life of the blade and handle finish.
- The Gourmet knives are laser-cut rather than forged, which makes them lighter and easier to restore but generally less robust under very heavy daily use compared to forged ranges such as the Classic or Ikon series. For most prep kitchens and moderate carving use they perform reliably — where a knife will be in constant daily use by multiple chefs, a forged option may offer better long-term durability.