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Category: Kitchen
Brand: Wüsthof
Model: 4562-7/20
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Wüsthof 4562-7/20 Consumer Report

Wüsthof 4562-7/20 Review by Dominique (Tulsa, OK, United States)

I have Fibromyalgia so I am very partial to Cutco cutlery. However, having to replace all of one's possessions means cutting corners, so based on one of the reviewer's comments, I tried this knife as it was much cheaper. And I'm glad I did. It does everything I need it to do and does it well.

My only complaint is that the handle it straight and doesn't form to your hand (like Cutco does) which makes it painful for me to use the knife for any length of time.

Wüsthof 4562-7/20 Review by M. D. Thomas "igcdivine" (LA, CA USA)

I've been buying and using Wusthof and Henckels knives for more than 40 years and thought I would add my 2 cents worth. Traditionally, non-stainless high-carbon blades were considered essential for the highest quality knives. Advances in stainless alloys have negated this tradition to the extent that it is hard to find a non-stainless high quality knife. Traditionally, drop forged was considered to be much superior to stamped for blades. To my knowledge, no Wusthof or Henckels knife is now fully drop forged. One can watch the knife making process online at both Wusthof and Henckels. The knives are formed from strip sheet metal spooled on a roll. Only a small portion of the knife blade is heated red hot and compressed and forged to form the bolster for the "forged" knife. The blades are then stamped to form their shape. The blades are then ground, tempered, and sharpened. These are very high quality knives, make no mistake; however, they are not necessarily better than this knife. With the price of the 4562/20, I presume the same alloy, grinding, and tempering process is use. If so, the only difference between it and the higher grades are the largely cosmetic difference because of the bolster and possibly a difference in the balancing. Henckels in particular has started producing knives in China; however, they state that the blades use German metal. As the manufacture of knives at Wusthof and Henckels is mostly automated except for finish grinding and sharpening, there should not be a significant quality difference depending on location of manufacture.

Further, some people note sharpness differences on new knives. These differences can be attributed to manufacturing concerns as opposed to quality concerns. Extremely sharp knives can have their edges damaged during shipping, handling, and use. Some knives are intentionally left with thicker edges to retain satisfactory sharpness for a longer period. In my opinion, it is well worth the effort to learn and practice sharping using Japanese water stones, Arkansas oil stones, or diamond stones. These can provide a sharper edge than sharpening steels, most power sharpeners, and most fixed angle sharpeners that you draw the blade across. Sharpening steels are good for a quick edge clean-up; however, they do tend to thicken the edge resulting in a less sharp edge but one that is more durable.

With that preamble, while the Wusthof 4562/20 is an excellent knife, I do not recommend it. Much cheaper knives will work as well or almost as well. For those who plan on having and caring for their knives for decades, if not as family heirlooms, I would recommend buying the best knife you can afford. Amortized over 40 years, even the most expensive knife is cheap.

Wüsthof 4562-7/20 Review by IanANewton

Thought about getting a new one...thought about getting a Forschner (as recommended by Cook's Illustrated)...don't know if I would have been better off but this knife came in great condition and for half the price!

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Wüsthof 4562-7/20:: Description

W STHOF precision forged knives are goods of only the highest quality. Painstakingly manufactured these knives are pure fun to work with and will turn even the preparation of a dish into a culinary pleasure. Prized possessions of professional chefs, Wusthof knives are an invaluable asset of any kitchen. Every element of this renowned cutlery contributes to its precision and ease of use. Made in Solingen, Germany, this knife comes with a high-carbon stainless steel blade that's hardened to maintain a sharp edge, a full tang that provides perfect balance and a riveted, high-impact composition handle.

Features Very sharp