Dick Premier Plus Chef's Knife 25.4cm

The Dick Premier Plus chef's knife is a forged, general-purpose cook's knife designed for the demands of professional kitchen use. The 25.4cm (10") blade is made from chromium strengthened stainless steel, which offers reliable resistance to corrosion — a practical consideration in environments where knives are in near-constant contact with moisture, acidic ingredients, and repeated washing.

In a working kitchen, a chef's knife of this length is suited to the full range of day-to-day prep tasks: breaking down vegetables, portioning meat, rough chopping herbs, and working through larger ingredients that a shorter blade would handle less cleanly. The forged construction gives the knife a rigidity that holds up under sustained use across a full service, and the balance between blade and handle supports extended work without unnecessary hand fatigue.

• Chromium strengthened stainless steel resists corrosion in wet kitchen environments
• Forged construction provides rigidity and edge retention under heavy daily use
• Ergonomic handle profile supports comfort during extended prep sessions
• Balanced weight distribution reduces hand fatigue over a full service
• 10" blade length handles a wide range of professional prep tasks

At 310g, this is a substantial knife — suitable for chefs who prefer a weightier feel in hand. It is worth noting that knife preference is genuinely personal; some cooks find a heavier knife more controlled on a busy board, while others prefer something lighter for high-speed work. If your kitchen runs a high turnover of prep staff, a lighter or shorter option may be worth considering alongside this one.

This knife sits within the mid-to-upper tier of the Dick range and is a reasonable long-term investment for a working kitchen. If you are equipping a full section or are unsure whether the blade length and weight profile suit your team's style of working, we are happy to talk it through.