Dick Red Spirit Chef Knife 21.6cm
Product Description
The Dick Red Spirit chef knife is a general-purpose cook's knife designed for everyday prep work in professional kitchens. It draws on Asian knife design principles — a rounded handle...
Specifications
- Blade length
- 8.25
- Colour
- Red
- Construction
- Stamped
- Dimensions
- 4310(L)mm | 169¾(L)"
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Product Description
The Dick Red Spirit chef knife is a general-purpose cook's knife designed for everyday prep work in professional kitchens. It draws on Asian knife design principles — a rounded handle profile and a blade geometry that suits both rocking and push-cut techniques — while being manufactured in Germany to the precision tolerances you would expect from Dick's professional range.
The blade is made from high-alloyed stainless steel, which offers a good balance of edge retention and ease of resharpening. In a busy kitchen environment, that matters: a blade that holds its edge through a full prep session without becoming difficult to bring back is a practical asset. The 21.6cm blade length puts it in the mid-range for chef's knives, making it versatile enough for most protein, vegetable, and general prep tasks without being unwieldy for smaller-handed users.
The red handle is rounded in cross-section with an Asian-influenced profile, which suits chefs who prefer a pinch grip or a fuller palm hold. At 220g, it sits in a balanced range — substantial enough to feel purposeful, light enough for extended prep shifts without fatigue.
- Suited to daily high-volume prep in professional kitchens
- High-alloyed stainless steel blade for reliable edge retention
- Rounded handle profile suits a range of grip styles
- Easy to clean and maintain in a commercial environment
- Part of a coordinated range, useful for colour-coded kitchen systems
This knife is a practical choice for chefs who want a reliable, well-made general-purpose blade. If you are equipping a full brigade or need guidance on building out a knife set for a specific kitchen operation, our team is happy to talk it through.
Key Features
- High-alloyed stainless steel blade for consistent edge retention
- 21.6cm blade length suited to general prep and protein work
- Rounded Asian-style handle profile for comfortable extended use
- Manufactured in Germany to Dick's professional precision standards
- Part of a colour-coordinated range supporting kitchen hygiene systems
Operational Benefits
- Holds a working edge through demanding full-shift prep sessions
- Versatile blade length handles most kitchen prep tasks efficiently
- Rounded handle reduces hand fatigue during extended prep work
- High-alloy steel resharpens reliably, keeping knives service-ready
- Red handle aids colour-coded allergen or cross-contamination protocols
Specifications
- Blade length
- 8.25
- Colour
- Red
- Construction
- Stamped
- Dimensions
- 4310(L)mm | 169¾(L)"
- Finish
- Polished
- Knife colour
- Red
- Knife length
- 8.25
- Knife origin
- European
- Knife type
- Chefs Knife
- Material
- High-Alloyed Stainless Steel Blade
- Weight
- 220g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. The high-alloyed stainless steel blade is designed to hold a working edge through sustained use, and the 220g weight is well suited to extended prep without causing excessive fatigue. Like any professional knife, it benefits from regular honing and periodic resharpening to maintain performance.
- The red handle makes it a practical choice for kitchens operating colour-coded systems to manage allergen separation or cross-contamination risk. Dick's Red Spirit range uses consistent red handles across multiple knife types, so it is straightforward to build a coordinated set.
- At 220g with a rounded handle and Asian-influenced profile, this knife is well suited to chefs who prefer a lighter, more agile feel or a pinch grip style. Chefs who prefer a heavier, more European-style balance may find a forged knife from a heavier range better suits their technique — it is worth considering how your team works before equipping a full brigade.