F. Dick ProDynamic 12-inch Chef’s Knife

Carving roasts, slicing briskets and chopping large amounts of vegetables are the jobs for a 12-inch chef’s knife, and the ProDynamic version brings that length at a light weight. It is a tool for big kitchens and big jobs.

The long edge crosses a watermelon or a large roast in one stroke, which keeps cuts even and saves time. The light build and soft grip keep the knife manageable despite its size. It also breaks down large cuts of meat, which suits banquet kitchens and barbecue operations.

A banquet kitchen or a barbecue restaurant gets the most from this length, where large roasts and cases of produce come through every day.

A blade this long needs a steel at least as long, such as the F. Dick 12-inch round regular cut steel. For everyday prep, the ProDynamic 10-inch chef’s knife is easier to handle, and long slicing of cooked meat suits the 14-inch granton slicer.