Mercer Culinary M20907 Genesis 7-Inch Nakiri Vegetable Knife
- 7 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 warranty in the specs
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A forged rectangular-blade vegetable knife with a nonslip handle, made for fine cuts through dense produce. Hand washing is advised, and the warranty is stated two ways.
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ASIN: B000OOQZWYModel: M20907Category: Usuba & Nakiri Knives
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Overview
A prep station piled with hard vegetables is where this Mercer Genesis nakiri belongs, with a rectangular blade borrowed from Asian kitchen craft. The blade is forged in one piece from high carbon German steel, polished by hand, and fitted with a black Santoprene handle.
The straight blade gives control for thin, precise slices of hard vegetables, and the bolster adds balance. It is a specialist knife rather than an all-rounder. The listing gives a lifetime warranty in the specs and a one-year warranty in the description.
Who it's for
Home cooks who slice cabbage, carrots, squash and similar vegetables often. Anyone who needs a knife for meat or bones, or expects a pointed tip, should choose another style.
Pros and cons
- Rectangular blade for thin slices
- Fully forged single-piece blade
- Nonslip Santoprene handle
- Bolster adds balance
- Hand wash advised
- Warranty stated two ways
- Specialist vegetable use only
Performance notes
The rectangular blade has a flat cutting line, so the whole edge meets the board and slices vegetables in a straight push. The taper-ground edge, finished by hand, stays narrow, and the bolster shifts balance toward the grip. A Santoprene handle resists slipping during repeated cuts.
Specifications
| Brand | Mercer Culinary |
|---|---|
| Model | M20907 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Length | 7 inches |
| BladeLength | 7 inches |
| Weight | 4 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | High Carbon Steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material | Santoprene |
| Color | Black |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime warranty |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercer Genesis nakiri a cleaver for bones?
No. The description presents it as a vegetable knife with a rectangular blade for thin slices and control over hard vegetables.
Is the Mercer Genesis nakiri dishwasher safe?
The description says it should be washed by hand for best results.
How long is the Mercer Genesis nakiri warranty?
The specs list a lifetime warranty, but the description says one year. Confirm with the seller.
Where is the Mercer Genesis nakiri made?
The description says it is made in Taiwan using European components and technology.