Dick 1905 Fully Forged Bread Knife 21.6cm

The Dick 1905 bread knife is a fully forged professional knife built to a traditional pattern that has remained in production precisely because it works. The blade is produced from German stainless steel and carries a serrated edge designed to cut cleanly through crusted breads, pastry, and soft baked goods without compressing or tearing. At 350g it has a purposeful weight that suits extended use without excessive fatigue.

What distinguishes the 1905 range from many knives at a similar price point is the construction at the bolster. Symmetrical steel rings are forged inseparably into the moulded handle, creating a continuous, rigid connection between blade and grip. In practical terms this means the knife holds its integrity under repeated daily use and through commercial dishwasher cycles better than knives relying on rivets or adhesives alone.

For kitchen operators, the practical advantages of a well-balanced forged bread knife include:

• Consistent, clean cuts through crusty loaves without dragging or splitting
• A robust handle joint that resists loosening over time
• German stainless steel that holds a working edge well between sharpenings
• Balanced weight distribution that reduces wrist strain during high-volume service

The 21.6cm blade length is suited to most standard loaves and larger pastry items. It works comfortably in hotel breakfast operations, restaurant pass work, and bakery environments where volume slicing is part of the daily routine. Kitchens with very specific slicing requirements — or those looking at a broader knife roll investment — may find it worth exploring the wider Dick range for alternatives in length or edge profile.

If you're putting together a knife specification for a new kitchen or refreshing an existing set, the team are happy to talk through what works best for your service style.