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WUSTHOF 8 in. L Stainless Steel Bread Knife

Saws through crusty loaves and cakes cleanly without crushing them, thanks to a serrated stainless steel blade built in Germany.
Wusthof MPN 1040101020 In Stock & Ready to Ship
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About Product Overview

Cutting a clean slice of crusty bread without crushing it or scattering crumbs everywhere comes down to the blade, and Wusthof built this 8" bread knife to handle that job right. The stainless steel blade carries a serrated edge that grips and saws through tough crusts while the softer interior of a loaf stays intact instead of getting compressed under pressure.

Made in Germany, this is a single-piece knife built for daily use in a home kitchen. The plastic handle is shaped for a secure grip whether you're working through a baguette, sourdough boule, or a layered cake that needs a clean cut without tearing. At 8 inches, the blade length covers most standard loaves without feeling unwieldy in the block or the drawer.

This is a good fit for anyone who bakes or buys artisan bread regularly and has been fighting with a dull or straight-edged knife that mangles the crust. It also does double duty on delicate cakes where a smooth, sawing cut matters more than brute force.

  • Blade length: 8 inches
  • Blade material: stainless steel, serrated
  • Handle material: plastic
  • Number of pieces: 1
  • Knife type: bread knife
  • Country of origin: Germany

The Details Specifications

Brand Wusthof
Model / MPN 1040101020
UPC 4002293104720
Weight Under 1 lb
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Manufacturer documentation · opens in new tab
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