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Mercer Culinary M21078 Genesis 8-Inch Short Bolster Chef's Knife,Black

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Blade Material High Carbon Steel
Brand Mercer Culinary
Color Black
Handle Material Santoprene
Blade Edge Plain

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  • QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Knife is precision-forged with high-carbon German steel for better durability, and taper-ground edge allows for increased efficiency when cutting along with incredible long-lasting sharpness
  • SUPERIOR DESIGN: The finest handle in forged cutlery; built to last ergonomic handle offers comfort and a non-slip grip, even with wet hands
  • BEST USE: The perfect knife for chopping, mincing, and cutting. Ideal for dicing onions, mincing shallots, chopping herbs, crushing garlic, and shredding cabbage
  • EASY CARE: To maximize the performance and longevity of your knife, carefully wash cutlery by hand with warm water and mild soap; rinse and dry completely with a soft towel. Do not place in dishwasher or submerge for long periods of time
  • MERCER CULINARY GENESIS SERIES: Never stop experimenting in the kitchen; this Genesis knife is essential in every kitchen, perfect for professional use or the home cooking enthusiast

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Easy to hold
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4.6 4.6

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Genesis

The essential ingredient in any memorable meal starts with a finely crafted knife. The finest handle in forged cutlery and precision construction featuring high carbon German steel blades make cutting and chopping more efficient and enjoyable.

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Mercer Culinary Genesis 8-Inch Forged Short Bolster Forged Chef's Knife

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
1,545 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the thickness, comfort, appearance, balance and edge of the kitchen knife. They mention that it comes razor sharp, has a high quality look and that the handle is a soft and rubberized. They are also happy with the quality, sharpness, and value of the product.

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121 customers mention115 positive6 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the kitchen knife. They mention it's a great product for the price, comparable to a much pricier Cutco chef knife, and has good steel. The knife is holding up well and continues to be sharp after 30 days of daily home use. It is a fantastic all-around knife and goes through everything extremely well. Customers are impressed with how the knife functions.

"Such a great quality chef knife for a great price! I've been a Chef for 7 years and been in the industry for about 18 years...." Read more

"knife is very good and great for the money that I bought the 6 inch version I love the handle and its easy to hold and chop vegetables or meat...." Read more

"...This knife seems higher quality all the way around with better steel and a more attractive appearance...." Read more

"...The fit and finish was better than the other blades, all the sharp edges (except the blade...) were smoothed...." Read more

87 customers mention78 positive9 negative

Customers like the sharpness of the kitchen knife. They say the blade is very sharp, and has held up nicely so far after a few weeks. Some say that it is still sharp after a year, and that it's easy to sharpen. The steel is of good quality, and the knife has good balance and an ergonomic design. It slices veggies and fruits nicely and effortlessly, and it has good strength to cut through food.

"...It's German steel and so they are super sharp, easy to sharpen and it will keep a very sharp edge without the need to sharpen it so often...." Read more

"Perhaps could be a little sharper but cuts tomatoes okay...." Read more

"Knife came so sharp from the factory, used it immediately for some vegetable prep and it glided through the ingredients like they didn't even exist...." Read more

"Very nice holds a sharp edge" Read more

69 customers mention65 positive4 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the kitchen knife. They mention that it's a great product for the money, expensive knives are nice, but ultimately they are tools and that it is cheap enough to replace when it goes dull.

"Such a great quality chef knife for a great price! I've been a Chef for 7 years and been in the industry for about 18 years...." Read more

"...Good buy for the money. Easy to hold and a comfortable weight." Read more

"knife is very good and great for the money that I bought the 6 inch version I love the handle and its easy to hold and chop vegetables or meat...." Read more

"...I rated pretty high and I still think that on sale it's a very good knife for the money. But two things started to bother me...." Read more

47 customers mention47 positive0 negative

Customers like the comfort of the kitchen knife. They mention that the handles are comfortable and won't slip. The grip is pleasant and fits into their palm well. The texture allows a firm, non-slip grip, making it easy to hold. The knife is easy to handle and slices veggies and fruits nicely.

"...It has good steel and good balance and is comfortable to pinch grip...." Read more

"...It has a nice rubber grip to help reduce it slipping out your hand while slicing and dicing...." Read more

"...It fits the palm of your hand very well, and it's reassuringly grippy without ever being tacky like rubber...." Read more

"...Good buy for the money. Easy to hold and a comfortable weight." Read more

29 customers mention25 positive4 negative

Customers like the thickness of the kitchen knife. They mention it's not very heavy, it has a heavy blade, but it' s well-balanced and easy to hold.

"...Good buy for the money. Easy to hold and a comfortable weight." Read more

"...It's so sharp it can cut through paper like water! The weight is just right. Great performance." Read more

"Its light weight and super sharp. Feels good in my hand" Read more

"Nicely weighted. Great quality and value. The textured handle isn’t my favorite but overall this has been an excellent addition to my kitchen." Read more

25 customers mention25 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the balance of the kitchen knife. They mention that it feels well-made and balanced in the hand. Customers also appreciate the comfort it provides.

"...It has good steel and good balance and is comfortable to pinch grip...." Read more

"...The balance is quite good and for me the blade is the right thickness. We have some big name German blades and I find them a bit too thick...." Read more

"...The handle is very comfortable, and the weight feels very well balanced...." Read more

"...The knife is well balanced, and comes in a model with a full bolster if you like that style...." Read more

22 customers mention20 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the edge of the kitchen knife. They mention that it's super sharp and holds an edge if they take care of it. They also say that it retains a sharp edge after many uses, and it takes a good edge. The knife is heavy and not too light, and retains its edge surprisingly long for a softer steel. The nonslip handle feels secure when they hold it, and the knife has a firm, comfortable, non-slip grip.

"...It has since proven to hold a decent edge and is actually a pleasure to sharpen, and sharpens easier than my Japanese blades...." Read more

"...steel and so they are super sharp, easy to sharpen and it will keep a very sharp edge without the need to sharpen it so often...." Read more

"Better than a lot of knives that cost a lot more. Holds an edge well and the handle material has just the right texture allowing a firm, comfortable..." Read more

"...After about a month of daily use, the edge is still very usable but not as light saber-like as it was initially...." Read more

20 customers mention20 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the kitchen knife. They mention that it is a great looking knife, the blade has a high quality look, and it's an excellent addition to their kitchen. Some appreciate the shape and the lack of a bolster.

"...a hair softer than the stamped blade of the Fibrox, it simply looks better...." Read more

"...higher quality all the way around with better steel and a more attractive appearance...." Read more

"...because of the forged construction and full tang, so it has a more premium look and might be more durable over time...." Read more

"...a brand that while not made in America is an American company, is better looking and handles better than the expensive brands with 90% of the edge..." Read more

90% of a Wusthof for 1/5th of the price.
5 Stars
90% of a Wusthof for 1/5th of the price.
As you can see from my picture, I built an entire knife block out of the Mercer Genesis series. I was turned on to Mercer culinary products by my friends who went to culinary school which was attached to my college. I'm not a professional chef, but I'm an avid home cook who occasionally cooks for events and gatherings. I use my knives daily, with my chef's knife, bread knife, and vegetable clever being used constantly.I was given a gift of $200 to build a knife block I used that and got most the knives in my picture and have added a few since. Without comparing this knife to other brands I would say it is the best knife in its category.However, if you're more of an avid cook you might be asking yourself if you should get this or the other top German brands. You cannot go wrong, they are both good choices. However, after borrowing a Wusthof for a month and comparing it with this there are some differences but to me personally it is not enough to warrant $150.The only difference I experienced is that the wusthof held its edge for a longer period of time which is not a surprise given the price difference but it wasn't an astounding difference. As a home cook, I was just able to hone the edge and return it or use my whetstone to maintain an excellent edge. The Mercer knife has better balance and feel to me personally. Aesthetically, I really like the short bolster I think it looks really professional.In my experience, the only weak point on these knives are to be expected because they are high carbon steel. If you leave water or have water spots on them for a very long period that you did not notice they will rust. I used to have my knife block by the sink and small droplets of water got on the bolster. This led to small spot rust on the bolster by the handle which was easy to remedy and not on every knife. Now, every month or so I take all my knives out to give them a look over (you pay good money for good equipment so you should take good care of it).If you want to spend the money and get something that is objectively better you can, but for myself, buying a brand that while not made in America is an American company, is better looking and handles better than the expensive brands with 90% of the edge made with the same exact steel compound it was a no-brainer for me. To test it out I had a friend or two trial both of the knives to see which one they thought was more expensive than they thought the Mercer was the more expensive knife.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great value
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Reviewed in Canada on July 16, 2020
Got this knife two weeks ago and I've been cooking on a daily basis with it since. It's definitely an upgrade from the budget brand knives you see in the supermarket. I can't comment on how well it'll hold its edge, but it certainly is sharp! One last thing, I bought this for $56 CAD and it seems that the price has now been increased to $64 CAD.
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