Does WÜSTHOF have a sharpening service?

WÜSTHOF USA, Inc. offers a world-class blade sharpening service that will sharpen and restore the correct geometry to your WÜSTHOF blades. Each item is individually inspected and assessed, then serviced using a comprehensive four-step refurbishment process.

How long does a WÜSTHOF knife sharpener last?

Knives should be sharpened every 6 months to a year with regular use. Either take it to a professional or learn to sharpen yourself. Although, you won’t have to worry about sharpening for at least 6 months, you will need to do what is known as “honing” much more frequently.

Do WÜSTHOF knives have lifetime warranty?

WÜSTHOF knives carry a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects.

How does WÜSTHOF lifetime warranty work?

(“WÜSTHOF”) warrants to the consumer or the entity who or which is the initial purchaser or, in the case of a gift, to the initial consumer recipient of this WÜSTHOF product (“you” or “your”) that such product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and conditions (as described below) …

How do I contact WÜSTHOF?

To make changes to your order, please reach out to our Customer Service at 1-800-289-9878.

What angle are WÜSTHOF steak knives?

14 degrees per side
On Wüsthof European-Style knives, the blade edge angle has been reduced to 28 degrees (14 degrees per side), while Asian-style Santoku, Nakiri and Chai Dao knives have a blade edge angle of 20 degrees (10 degrees per side). PEtec is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention.

Do Wusthof knife sharpeners wear out?

If it’s under frequent use, you will have to replace it in 5-10 years. With infrequent use, it can last you a decade or more. Though, once it no longer sharpens your knife, it’s time to look for a replacement. In this situation, it means enough tiny diamond particles have scraped off of the steel.

Do knife sharpeners need to be replaced?

Conclusion. Knife sharpeners do wear out, but because of the material they are made from, it takes a long time for them to wear out to the point that they need to be replaced. The quality of the sharpening device will also factor into the longevity of the abrasive.

Can WÜSTHOF knives go in the dishwasher?

Wusthof knives should be hand-washed with warm, sudsy water and a sponge. It is not recommended to put your Wusthof knives in the dishwasher.

Why are my WÜSTHOF knives rusting?

With their sharp blades, the knives can damage the plastic coating on the cutlery basket. This can lead to the formation of rust. If the dishwasher is not switched on straight away, food remains (spices, sauces, juices) can damage the blades. Spots can form and the blades can even be damaged (corrosion).

How often should you sharpen a Wusthof knife?

approximately 1 time a year
Sharpening is something you should do approximately 1 time a year (max 2). Sharpening can be done by a professional or at home.

Are any Wusthof knives made in China?

Manufactured in Solingen, Germany, since 1814, Wusthof knives, along with the other major German maker, Henckels, have all but dominated sales of knives around the world for the past 50 years. And there is good reason (other than smart marketing)—they are well made with a very high nod to quality.