Wüsthof Classic 10-inch Super Slicer

Wüsthof’s Super Slicer is a 10-inch serrated slicer with a rounded tip and an outwardly curved edge of wide, scalloped serrations. Those scallops cut through a crusty loaf, but they also glide through a beef tenderloin, a ham or a brisket without tearing the surface, which makes it two knives in one. Look closely and you will see that the scallops protrude from the edge and are not cut into it, so the cutting is done by smooth knife edges and the jagged teeth of a typical serrated knife never touch the food. In effect it is a reverse-scalloped bread knife, with a gentle serration that cuts without tearing.

The 1.6-inch blade is taller than a typical bread knife, so it stays straight through a tall loaf or a layer cake, and the length handles a whole watermelon or a pineapple. The rounded tip is safer for slicing at the table.

One knife for the holiday roast and the bread basket saves drawer space. Carving purists may prefer the straight edge of the Classic 9-inch carving knife, and serious bread bakers the Classic 9-inch double-serrated bread knife. For Ikon’s rounded grip, choose the Classic Ikon 10-inch Super Slicer. Our Kitchen Knife Shapes guide covers slicers.