Dick Red Spirit Ajax Chef's Knife 20.3cm
Product Description
The Dick Red Spirit Ajax is a general-purpose chef's knife from F. Dick's Red Spirit series. The 20.3cm blade has a gently curved cutting edge that supports a rocking motion...
Specifications
- Blade length
- 7.75
- Colour
- Red
- Construction
- Stamped
- Dimensions
- 35(H) x 105(W) x 25(D)mm
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Product Description
The Dick Red Spirit Ajax is a general-purpose chef's knife from F. Dick's Red Spirit series. The 20.3cm blade has a gently curved cutting edge that supports a rocking motion through the stroke — a technique commonly used when breaking down poultry, slicing boneless meat, or working through herbs and vegetables at speed during prep. The blade is formed from high-alloy stainless steel with a Rockwell hardness of 56°, which sits in a practical mid-range for professional kitchen use: hard enough to hold a working edge through sustained daily service, whilst remaining straightforward to sharpen on a steel or whetstone as needed.
The handle is moulded from polypropylene in Dick's rounded, Asian-influenced profile. It accommodates a range of grip styles and remains secure when wet or greasy — a practical requirement across any busy prep environment. At 290g, the knife is balanced without feeling heavy, which matters over the course of a full shift.
- Curved blade profile supports rocking and push-cut techniques across general prep tasks
- High-alloy stainless steel holds a working edge through sustained daily service
- Non-slip polypropylene handle maintains grip in wet or greasy conditions
- Balanced weight reduces fatigue during extended prep sessions
- Part of the Red Spirit range, giving consistent handle feel across multiple knife types
As with all Dick knives, hand washing with a mild detergent is recommended over dishwasher use to preserve both blade geometry and handle condition over time.
This is a reliable, unpretentious all-rounder suited to chefs who need a dependable everyday knife for general prep. If you are building out a knife kit for a specific operation or kitchen type, the team is happy to talk it through with you.
Key Features
- 20.3cm high-alloy stainless steel blade with 56° Rockwell hardness rating
- Curved cutting edge designed for rocking and push-cut chopping techniques
- Moulded polypropylene handle with rounded, Asian-influenced ergonomic profile
- 290g balanced weight suitable for extended prep use without fatigue
- Part of the Red Spirit series with consistent handle sizing across the range
Operational Benefits
- Holds a sharp working edge reliably through sustained daily kitchen service
- Secure grip in wet or greasy conditions reduces slip risk during prep
- Versatile blade profile handles poultry, boneless meat, herbs and vegetables
- Consistent feel across the Red Spirit range simplifies multi-knife kit building
- Easy to sharpen on a steel or whetstone, keeping maintenance straightforward
Specifications
- Blade length
- 7.75
- Colour
- Red
- Construction
- Stamped
- Dimensions
- 35(H) x 105(W) x 25(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- No
- Knife colour
- Red
- Knife length
- 7.75
- Material
- Stainless Steel & Polypropylene
- Weight
- 290g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes, the Ajax is designed for daily professional use and the 56° Rockwell blade holds up well under sustained prep workloads. It is a practical all-rounder rather than a specialist knife, so kitchens with specific high-volume demands — such as continuous butchery work — may benefit from a heavier or more specialised blade alongside it.
- Dick recommends hand washing with a mild alkaline detergent for all knives in this range. Repeated dishwasher cycles can accelerate edge deterioration and affect the handle condition over time, so hand washing is the more practical approach for preserving the knife's working life.
- The Ajax uses Dick's rounded, Asian-influenced handle profile rather than a conventional Western bolster design, which suits chefs who prefer a pinch grip or a lighter feel in the hand. The blade geometry and hardness are consistent with professional European knives, so it sharpens and performs in a familiar way — it is the handle shape and balance point that differ most noticeably.