Mercer Renaissance 8-inch Bread Knife

The Renaissance 8-inch Bread Knife has a pointed, slightly curved blade that pierces thick crusts to start the cut, and a wavy edge that saws through loaves without tearing the crumb. It also slices large melons and other fruits with hard rinds.

It is forged from one piece of high-carbon German steel, with a full tang and a triple-riveted handle that match the other Renaissance knives.


Choosing a Bread Knife

The Genesis 8-inch Bread Knife has a soft, non-slip handle. For a long blade, see the Millennia 10-inch Wide Bread Knife.

SKU: M23570

Availability: In stock

$56.95
  • Details

    Specifications

    • Blade length: 8 inches (20.3 cm)
    • Construction: precision forged from one piece of high-carbon German steel, with a full tang
    • Bolster: shortened, leaving the full edge exposed for sharpening
    • Handle: triple-riveted Delrin
    • Hardness: 56 ± 1 HRC
    • Edge: wavy (serrated)
    • Certification: NSF
    • Country of manufacture: Taiwan
    • Item number: M23570
    • Warranty: Mercer limited lifetime warranty (25 years for corporate users)

    Comparing Mercer Bread Knives

    KnifeLineBladeBest suited to
    Millennia 10-inch Wide Bread KnifeMillennia10 in., wide, wavy edgeLarge loaves, sourdough, cake layers
    Millennia 10-inch Wide Bread Knife, White and BlackMillennia10 in., wide, wavy edgeThe same knife, two-tone handle
    Millennia 8-inch Offset Bread KnifeMillennia8 in., offsetSandwiches, knuckle clearance
    Millennia 8-inch Scalloped Bread KnifeMillennia8 in., scallopedEveryday loaves
    Genesis 8-inch Bread KnifeGenesis8 in., wavy edgeForged weight
    Renaissance 8-inch Bread KnifeRenaissance8 in., wavy edgeRiveted handle
    Millennia 12-inch Serrated SlicerMillennia12 in., serratedBrisket, wide boules

    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.
    • Do not run the serrated edge over a flat honing rod. Store the knife in a block, on a magnetic bar or in a knife guard.

    Additional Info

    Blade Length (Inches) 8 in.
    Blade Length (mm) No
    Blade Width (inches) 1.125
    Grind No
    Steel Type X50CrMoV15
    Rockwell Hardness 56
    Stainless Yes
    Handle Material POM
    Spine Thickness (mm) 2
    Brand Mercer
    Country of Manufacture Taiwan
    SKU M23570
    Manufacturer's Part Number M23570
    Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price $96.14

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