Dick 1905 Fully Forged Carving Knife 18cm

The Dick 1905 Carving Knife is a fully forged knife built for precise slicing of large cooked meats — roasts, hams, poultry, and similar cuts that require clean, controlled movement through the blade. The 18cm blade length sits in a practical mid-range that suits most carving tasks without the unwieldiness of a longer slicer, and at 200g the knife carries enough weight to feel substantial in the hand without causing fatigue during extended prep or service periods.

Fully forged construction, in this context, means the blade, bolster, and tang are formed from a single piece of German steel rather than being stamped or assembled from separate components. In practice, this produces a knife that holds an edge well under repeated use and distributes weight evenly through the hand. The balanced steel rings connecting blade to handle contribute to the overall solidity of the knife and reduce flex during slicing — an important characteristic when working through denser cuts or carving at speed during service.

For kitchen teams, the practical advantages are straightforward:

• Consistent edge retention reduces the frequency of resharpening during service
• Full forging means the knife handles daily use without the blade-to-handle loosening that can occur with lesser construction
• The blade geometry suits smooth, long-draw slices rather than short chopping strokes — appropriate for roast and charcuterie work
• 200g weight provides feedback and control without fatiguing the wrist during extended carving

There are no installation requirements for a knife of this type, though carving knives in professional use benefit from regular honing with a steel and periodic professional sharpening to maintain their edge profile. This knife is suitable for most commercial kitchens where roasting and carving form part of the regular menu output — gastropubs, hotel restaurants, carvery operations, and catering kitchens are all typical environments. If your team is doing very high-volume carving consistently throughout service, a longer blade or heavier-duty forged option from the Dick range may be worth considering.

If you are building out a knife set or are unsure which blade length best suits your prep and service setup, we are happy to talk it through.