Mercer Genesis 6-inch Chef’s Knife

A 6-inch chef’s knife fills the space between a full-size chef’s knife and a utility knife. The Genesis 6-inch suits a small cutting board, a smaller hand, or quick jobs such as a single onion, a handful of herbs or a chicken breast, without bringing out the larger knife.

It is forged like the rest of the Genesis line, so it has more heft than a stamped knife of the same size, and the Santoprene handle holds securely when wet. The shorter blade is easy to control and quick to wash.


6-inch or 8-inch?

Choose the 6-inch for small kitchens and quick tasks, and the Genesis 8-inch Short Bolster Chef’s Knife for everyday cooking for a family. The Knife Merchant shapes guide covers chef’s knife lengths in more detail.

SKU: M20606

Availability: In stock

$53.85
  • Details

    Specifications

    • Blade length: 6 inches (15.2 cm)
    • Construction: precision forged high-carbon German steel
    • Handle: Santoprene, with a non-slip grip that holds when wet
    • Hardness: 56 ± 1 HRC
    • Edge: taper-ground, 15 degrees
    • Certification: NSF
    • Country of manufacture: Taiwan
    • Item number: M20606
    • Warranty: Mercer limited lifetime warranty (25 years for corporate users)

    Comparing Mercer Chef’s Knives

    KnifeLineBladeBest suited to
    Genesis 6-inch Chef’s KnifeGenesis6 in.Small boards and smaller hands
    Genesis 8-inch Short Bolster Chef’s KnifeGenesis8 in.All-purpose; full-edge sharpening
    Genesis 9-inch Short Bolster Chef’s KnifeGenesis9 in.More reach with forged weight
    Genesis 10-inch Short Bolster Chef’s KnifeGenesis10 in.Volume prep
    Renaissance 8-inch Chef’s KnifeRenaissance8 in.All-purpose; riveted handle
    Renaissance 9-inch Chef’s KnifeRenaissance9 in.A middle length
    Renaissance 10-inch Chef’s KnifeRenaissance10 in.Volume prep
    Millennia 8-inch Chef’s KnifeMillennia8 in.A light first chef’s knife
    Millennia 10-inch Chef’s KnifeMillennia10 in.Long strokes at a light weight
    Ultimate White 8-inch Chef’s KnifeUltimate White8 in.Everyday prep
    Ultimate White 10-inch Chef’s KnifeUltimate White10 in.Volume prep
    BPX 10-inch Chef’s KnifeBPX10 in.Heavy prep, harder steel

    Choosing a Mercer Line

    LineConstructionSteel and hardnessHandle
    GenesisForged, with a bolsterHigh-carbon German, 56 ± 1 HRCSantoprene, non-slip when wet
    RenaissanceForged, short bolster, full tangHigh-carbon German, 56 ± 1 HRCTriple-riveted Delrin
    MillenniaStampedHigh-carbon Japanese, 53 to 54 HRCSantoprene and polypropylene, finger guard
    Ultimate WhiteStampedHigh-carbon Japanese, 53 to 54 HRCWhite polypropylene, finger guard
    BPXStamped, ice-hardenedHigh-carbon German, 57 to 58 HRCGlass-reinforced nylon, finger guard

    Care

    • Wash by hand after each use with warm water and a mild soap, then dry with a soft towel. Mercer advises against the dishwasher: heat can break down the handle, and caustic detergent can stain and pit the blade.
    • Do not leave the knife soaking. If chlorine or bleach touches the blade, rinse it off at once.
    • Avoid long contact with aluminum pans or a stainless steel sink, and do not leave the knife standing in condiments held in metal pans. Prolonged contact can cause pitting.
    • Store the knife in a block, on a magnetic bar or in a knife guard.

    Additional Info

    Blade Length (Inches) 6 in.
    Blade Length (mm) 152 mm
    Blade Width (inches) 1.875
    Grind 50/50 Bevel
    Steel Type X50CrMoV15
    Rockwell Hardness 56
    Stainless Yes
    Handle Material Santoprene
    Spine Thickness (mm) 2.7
    Brand Mercer
    Country of Manufacture Taiwan
    SKU M20606
    Manufacturer's Part Number M20606
    Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price $90.94

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