Like all of the Wusthof forged knives the Wusthof Classic Ikon range is manufactured from a single piece of chromium-molybdenum-vanadium steel. This special high carbon steel is characterised by its razor sharp, long-lasting cutting edge that can be easily restored, along with its high stain resistance, The Classic Ikon range features a specially designed bolster that ensures optimum balance and allows the blade to be easily sharpened along the full length.