--- product_id: 476625416 title: "Performer 8\" Chef's Knife" brand: "wüsthof" price: "R14928" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Wüsthof" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/476625416-performer-8-chefs-knife store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Hexagon Power Grip handle DLC diamond-like coating 104 Rockwell hardness Performer 8" Chef's Knife **Brand:** wüsthof **Price:** R14928 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🖤 Slice Like a Pro with the Ultimate Black Blade Experience ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Performer 8" Chef's Knife by wüsthof - **How much does it cost?** R14928 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/476625416-performer-8-chefs-knife) ## Best For - wüsthof enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted wüsthof brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Heritage Craftsmanship:** Forged in Solingen, Germany, by a family business with over 7 generations of knife-making expertise. - • **Sleek All-Black Design:** Striking DLC-coated blade offers low friction and dirt repellence, combining style with high performance. - • **Unmatched Blade Hardness:** Diamond-like coating boosts blade hardness to an elite 104 Rockwell for ultimate durability and scratch resistance. - • **Versatile 8" Chef’s Knife:** Perfectly balanced for powerful yet precise cuts, ideal for ambitious home cooks and professional chefs alike. - • **Effortless Precision Control:** Ergonomic Hexagon Power Grip ensures a secure, non-slip hold even during the most demanding kitchen tasks. ## Overview The Wüsthof Performer 8" Chef's Knife is a premium all-purpose kitchen tool featuring a diamond-like carbon (DLC) coated blade with an unprecedented 104 Rockwell hardness rating. Its ergonomic Hexagon Power Grip handle offers superior control and comfort, while the sleek all-black design ensures low friction and dirt resistance. Forged in Solingen, Germany, this knife blends cutting-edge innovation with centuries of craftsmanship, making it the go-to choice for professionals and serious home chefs seeking precision, durability, and style. ## Description The Performer knife series consists of two Cook’s Knives (16 cm and 20 cm), a Santoku and a Paring Knife. Wüsthof is the first knife manufacturer to offer black, fully forged, DLC-coated knives. The diamond-like carbon coating was developed to withstand the toughest conditions: the amorphous carbon layer, just a few micrometres thick, increases the surface hardness of our Wüsthof blades from 58 to a unique 104 Rockwell. This makes them resistant to acids, alkalis, extreme temperatures and general wear and tear – even scratches don't stand a chance. The dynamics of our sharp knives are complemented by the slip-resistant Hexagon Power Grip. Chefs love these outstanding knives that sit perfectly in the hand and guarantee complete control, even under the most demanding working conditions. As a family business now in the seventh generation, Wüsthof has been producing knives in Solingen – known as a ‘City of Blades’ – since 1814. Excellent quality, sustainable operations and innovative ideas guarantee that our production process is among the most advanced of its kind. Our traditional family company is one of the world’s premium manufacturers of high-quality knives. We are expert producers of knives for cooking, such as chef’s knives, specialist knives, paring knives, all-purpose knives and additional kitchen accessories and/or kitchen aids such as scissors through to useful knife blocks and many more items to do with sharp knife blades. From knife skills workshops on the optimal use of cook’s knives, peeling knives or bread knives, the high-quality knife sharpener or sharpening steel, the blade-protecting cutting board or the practical knife set – you will always find a great gift idea in our Wüsthof range. Review: Un plaisir de l'utiliser. À acheter sans hésitation 👌👍👏👏 ( un peu chère c'est sûre 😅 ) Review: Jamás había tenido un cuchillo tan equilibrado, no es muy pesado, pero tampoco ligero, es sólido y el filo... he tenido varios cuchillos de la marca de varias series, classic, ikon. El performer es una liga superior. ## Features - INNOVATION - Our innovative WÜSTHOF Performer knife combines unique design with pure dynamics. This all-black, all-purpose knife from Solingen, Germany, is extremely robust and enduringly sharp – an excellent knife for perfect control - CHEF'S KNIFE - Our classic Cook’s Knife (very sharp 8" blade) is a dynamic all-purpose knife for powerful yet precise cuts. Thanks to the lotus effect, the DLC blade has particularly low friction, is dirt-repellent and resistant to wear and tear - UNIQUE KNIFE - Unique, professional kitchen knife: the diamond-like coating increases the hardness of the stainless steel blade to a unique 104 Rockwell, making it extremely resistant to scratches and heat, as well as to acids, alkalis and other corrosives - HEXAGON GRIP - Hexagon Power Grip: the novel, ergonomic handle design with its non-slip, offset honeycomb structure guarantees extreme control, enabling a firm grip on the all-purpose knife (small kitchen knife) even under demanding working conditions - EASY TO USE - An easy-to-use cook’s knife (professional knife) that perfectly combines design, innovation and function – ideal for ambitious home cooks and professional chefs. The knife for the perfect Wüsthof moment – made in Germany, forged in Solingen ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08KHJZXJX | | Best Sellers Rank | #303,490 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #4,617 in Kitchen Knives | | Brand | Wüsthof | | Capacity | 1 Kilograms | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (286) | | Date First Available | 14 September 2022 | | Item Weight | 259 g | | Material | High Carbon Stainless Steel | | Model Number | 1061200120 | | Product Dimensions | 34.21 x 4.7 x 2.31 cm; 258.55 g | ## Product Details - **Blade edge:** Plain - **Blade material:** High Carbon Stainless Steel - **Brand:** Wüsthof - **Colour:** Black - **Handle material:** Stainless Steel ## Images ![Performer 8" Chef's Knife - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61QO0oj0JSL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by A***. on 28 September 2023* Un plaisir de l'utiliser. À acheter sans hésitation 👌👍👏👏 ( un peu chère c'est sûre 😅 ) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by L***A on 23 September 2023* Jamás había tenido un cuchillo tan equilibrado, no es muy pesado, pero tampoco ligero, es sólido y el filo... he tenido varios cuchillos de la marca de varias series, classic, ikon. El performer es una liga superior. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by T***. on 19 December 2024* siamo su un altro pianeta ! ## Frequently Bought Together - Wüsthof Performer 8" Chef's Knife, Black - Wusthof Magnetic Blade Guard, 26 x 5.5 cm Size,Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/476625416-performer-8-chefs-knife](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/476625416-performer-8-chefs-knife) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*