Mercer Culinary M20408 Genesis 8-Inch Carving Knife
- 8 inch blade, plain edge
- Fully forged high carbon steel
- Santoprene nonslip handle with bolster
- 4 ounces listed item weight
- Hand wash for best results
- Lifetime limited warranty in the specs
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A forged eight inch carver for small roasts, poultry and fish, with a nonslip handle and a bolster. Hand washing is advised, and the warranty is stated two ways.
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ASIN: B000IBU9JIModel: M20408Category: Carving Knives
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Overview
A family cook carving small roasts, dividing poultry or slicing fish is who this Mercer Genesis knife is sized for. The blade is a fully forged single piece of high carbon German steel with a hand-polished taper-grind edge and a black Santoprene handle.
A moderate length suits family meals more than large holiday roasts, and the bolster adds balance to long slicing strokes. The knife is made in Taiwan with European components. The listing gives a lifetime warranty in the specs but a one-year warranty in the description.
Who it's for
Family cooks who handle chicken, small roasts and fish fillets at the same board. Buyers who carve large turkeys, want a granton edge or need machine-wash convenience should consider other knives.
Pros and cons
- Fully forged single-piece blade
- Substantial bolster for balance
- Nonslip Santoprene handle
- Hand-polished taper-grind edge
- Hand washing advised
- Warranty stated two ways
- Length suits small roasts
Performance notes
A taper-ground edge polished by hand thins toward the tip, which lets the blade pass through poultry and roast meat with less drag. The bolster shifts weight toward the handle for balance, and the Santoprene grip resists slipping. The knife divides poultry, slices fish and carves small roasts.
Where it stands among carving knives
- #7 most-searched brand and model of the 13 carving knives lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 carving knives we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Mercer Culinary |
|---|---|
| Model | M20408 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 8 inches |
| Item Length | 8 inches |
| Weight | 4 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | High Carbon Steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel, Manmade |
| Handle Material | Santoprene |
| Color | Black |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime limited manufacturer's warranty |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
Closest rivals on specs
Victorinox Cutlery 8-Inch Carving Knife- Item Weight 0.25 vs 0.15 pounds (+67%)
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ZWILLING Professional S 8-inch Razor-Sharp German Carving Knife- Item Weight 0.25 vs 0.48 pounds (-48%)
Frequently asked questions
Does the Mercer Genesis 8 inch carving knife need any setup?
No. It is a single forged knife and the listing gives no assembly steps.
Is the Mercer Genesis carving knife dishwasher safe?
The description says it should be washed by hand for best results.
How long is the Mercer Genesis carving knife warranty?
The specs list a lifetime limited warranty, but the description says one year. Confirm with the seller.
Where is the Mercer Genesis carving knife made?
The description says it is made in Taiwan using European components and technology.