The ''Cook's'' knife, also known as the ''Chef's'' knife, is the most popular type of knife among veteran chefs, and one they use more often than any other type. It has a triangular blade from 6'' to 10'' long, the most popular being 8''. They are usually 1''-2'' wide and gently taper to a point. This blade shape is ideal for allowing the blade to rock back and forth on the tip while you are mincing, chopping or dicing. Yet, at the same time, they can also be used to cut vegetables, meat, poultry or fish. The sides of the blade can be used for crushing garlic and some spices. But the Chef's knife is best used in a rocking motion for chopping.
(12132) Dexter-Russell's Forged Connoisseur line is the finest professional cutlery for restaurants, hotels, and institutions. These knives are designed and produced with traditional Dexter-Russell experience and craftmanship. Drop forged from high-carbon, stainless-steel, the blades have edges that are stone-ground by hand and honed to ultimate sharpness. Formed, sanitary handles of laminated rosewood are impervious to stain, hot water and food acids. Permanently secured with large brass compression rivets.