Gyuto Chef's Knife 180 mm Dellinger Essence – Šéfík No.14

Šéfík – a Versatile Gyuto in a More Compact Size

Dellinger Essence „Šéfík“ No. 14 is the fourteenth knife in the Dellinger Essence series and is a versatile Gyuto chef's knife with a 180 mm blade.

Designed for everyday kitchen work, it combines the versatility of a classic chef's knife with the manoeuvrability of a shorter blade. It is suitable for meat, vegetables, onions, herbs and most common kitchen ingredients.

Chef Jan Punčochář collaborated on the development of the Dellinger Essence series. Šéfík was created as a smaller, more manoeuvrable alternative to the Velký Šéf model – for anyone who prefers a chef's knife with a shorter blade and excellent control.

The taller blade profile provides ample finger clearance above the cutting board and makes chopping, slicing and transferring prepared ingredients more comfortable. Weighing approximately 200 g, the knife offers a good balance between stability and manoeuvrability.

Knives from the Dellinger Essence series are suitable for both right-handed and left-handed users. The ergonomically shaped synthetic Pakkawood handle provides a comfortable, secure grip during everyday use.

German 1.4116 Steel – Reliable for Everyday Use

The blade is made from German 1.4116 stainless steel with a hardness of approximately 56–58 HRC. This steel offers a good balance of sharpness, toughness, corrosion resistance and ease of resharpening.

Each knife is sharpened by hand and inspected before dispatch to ensure it is ready for immediate use and meets the standards of the Dellinger Essence series.

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What Is Šéfík Best Suited For?

Ergonomic Pakkawood Handle

The handle is made from synthetic wood PAKKA WOOD . This material combines the attractive appearance of wood with increased resistance to moisture and environmental changes.

The brown, textured handle is hand-polished and ergonomically shaped. It fits comfortably in the hand and supports secure blade control when cutting meat, vegetables and performing other everyday kitchen tasks.

Šéfík Knife Specifications

Premium Gift Packaging

Thanks to its versatility and compact size, Šéfík also makes a suitable gift for home cooks, beginners and more experienced users.

The premium packaging consists of a black wooden box with a metal clasp. Optional laser personalisation can turn it into an original gift for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, Christmas or other special occasions.

Knife Handling Rules

• Never wash the knife in a dishwasher.
• After use, wash the knife by hand and dry it thoroughly immediately.
• Do not use the knife as a lever or subject the blade to excessive sideways pressure.
• Do not use the knife as a screwdriver or as a substitute for other tools.
• Protect the knife from drops, impacts and contact with very hard surfaces.

Sharpening Your Kitchen Knife

For sharpening, we recommend quality water or diamond sharpening stones. If you are unsure about the correct technique, you can contact us directly or attend our knife sharpening courses .

Proper sharpening helps maintain the geometry of the cutting edge and extends the knife's lifespan. Incorrect sharpening with unsuitable tools can damage the cutting edge.

Choose the Right Sharpening Tools

Sharpening stone (whetstone) – the recommended choice for precise sharpening of a knife made from 1.4116 steel. A grit of approximately 1000 grit is suitable for routine edge restoration, while approximately 3000–6000 grit is suitable for finer finishing and polishing the cutting edge.

Honing steel – suitable for regular maintenance of the cutting edge between sharpening sessions.

Pull-through sharpener – a quick and simple option for regular maintenance at home.