F. Dick 1905 10-inch Chef’s Knife

Professional cooks in high-volume kitchens buy this 10-inch 1905 chef’s knife to prep large amounts of vegetables without tiring their hand. The longer blade fits more food under it with each stroke and reaches across a whole cabbage or a large melon.

A long, heavy blade can feel tip-heavy, and this one keeps good balance for its size, which makes it comfortable through a long prep list. The series responds well to regular honing, so a few strokes on a steel at the start of each shift keep the edge working.

The long blade also slices roasts and large fish fillets neatly.

If 10 inches feels like too much knife, the 1905 8-inch chef’s knife is the all-round size. For heavy portioning of meat, the 1905 AJAX butcher’s chef’s knife carries more weight. The Premier Plus 10-inch chef’s knife is the same length with a modern handle. Our kitchen knife shapes guide covers chef’s knife lengths.