Wüsthof’s best-selling collection for generations, CLASSIC full-tang knives are precision-forged from a single piece of an exclusive high-carbon stain-free steel. CLASSIC knives feature a new handle design made of a highly durable synthetic material – Polyoxymethylene (POM) – which has a tighter molecular structure to resist fading and discoloration. The Wüsthof Classic 6" Chef Knife (4582-16) is smaller than the traditional Wusthof Classic 8" Cook's Knife . The all-rounder in the kitchen: the most important piece of basic equipment for every home and professional chef, the Chef's Knife is suitable for most tasks in the kitchen, for the widest variety of cutting and gripping techniques, it makes food prep a pleasure. Due to the weight and balance of the knife, it is also perfect for heavy duty work such as cutting thicker vegetables and meats. Store all your Wusthof knives in style with a Magnetic Knife Block and keep them in great condition by using them in tandem with a high-quality Flexible Cutting Board and sharpening regularly with a Ceramic Sharpening Steel.