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Details
Specifications
- Blade length: 9 inches (22.9 cm)
- Bolster: shortened, leaving the full edge exposed for sharpening
- 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: M21079
- Warranty: Mercer limited lifetime warranty (25 years for corporate users)
Comparing Mercer Chef’s Knives
| Knife | Line | Blade | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis 6-inch Chef’s Knife | Genesis | 6 in. | Small boards and smaller hands |
| Genesis 8-inch Short Bolster Chef’s Knife | Genesis | 8 in. | All-purpose; full-edge sharpening |
| Genesis 9-inch Short Bolster Chef’s Knife | Genesis | 9 in. | More reach with forged weight |
| Genesis 10-inch Short Bolster Chef’s Knife | Genesis | 10 in. | Volume prep |
| Renaissance 8-inch Chef’s Knife | Renaissance | 8 in. | All-purpose; riveted handle |
| Renaissance 9-inch Chef’s Knife | Renaissance | 9 in. | A middle length |
| Renaissance 10-inch Chef’s Knife | Renaissance | 10 in. | Volume prep |
| Millennia 8-inch Chef’s Knife | Millennia | 8 in. | A light first chef’s knife |
| Millennia 10-inch Chef’s Knife | Millennia | 10 in. | Long strokes at a light weight |
| Ultimate White 8-inch Chef’s Knife | Ultimate White | 8 in. | Everyday prep |
| Ultimate White 10-inch Chef’s Knife | Ultimate White | 10 in. | Volume prep |
| BPX 10-inch Chef’s Knife | BPX | 10 in. | Heavy prep, harder steel |
Choosing a Mercer Line
| Line | Construction | Steel and hardness | Handle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis | Forged, with a bolster | High-carbon German, 56 ± 1 HRC | Santoprene, non-slip when wet |
| Renaissance | Forged, short bolster, full tang | High-carbon German, 56 ± 1 HRC | Triple-riveted Delrin |
| Millennia | Stamped | High-carbon Japanese, 53 to 54 HRC | Santoprene and polypropylene, finger guard |
| Ultimate White | Stamped | High-carbon Japanese, 53 to 54 HRC | White polypropylene, finger guard |
| BPX | Stamped, ice-hardened | High-carbon German, 57 to 58 HRC | Glass-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) | 9 in. |
|---|---|
| Blade Length (mm) | No |
| Blade Width (inches) | 1.875 |
| Grind | 50/50 Bevel |
| Steel Type | X50CrMoV15 |
| Rockwell Hardness | 56 |
| Stainless | Yes |
| Handle Material | Santoprene |
| Spine Thickness (mm) | 2.5 |
| Brand | Mercer |
| Country of Manufacture | Taiwan |
| SKU | M21079 |
| Manufacturer's Part Number | M21079 |
| Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $106.74 |
