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Mercer Culinary M20003 Genesis 3.5-Inch Paring Knife,Black
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Blade Material | High Carbon Steel |
Brand | Mercer Culinary |
Color | Black |
Handle Material | Santoprene |
Blade Edge | Plain |
About this item
- QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Knife is precision-forged with high-carbon German steel for better durability, and taper-ground edge allows for increased efficiency when cutting along with incredible long-lasting sharpness
- SUPERIOR DESIGN: The finest handle in forged cutlery; built to last ergonomic handle offers comfort and a non-slip grip, even with wet hands
- BEST USE: The perfect knife for small slicing and intricate cutting. Ideal for creating garnishes, seeding jalapenos, deveining shrimp, trimming beans, and more.
- EASY CARE: To maximize the performance and longevity of your knife, carefully wash cutlery by hand with warm water and mild soap; rinse and dry completely with a soft towel. Do not place in dishwasher or submerge for long periods of time
- MERCER CULINARY GENESIS SERIES: Never stop experimenting in the kitchen; this Genesis knife is essential in every kitchen, perfect for professional use or the home cooking enthusiast
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Mercer Culinary Genesis 3.5-Inch Forged Paring Knife
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A supplier to the vast majority of cooking academies, Mercer Cutlery offers the Genesis Collection of kitchen knives to provide professional quality to the home chef. Comfortable, durable, and efficient, Genesis knives feature fully forged, single-piece blades made from high-carbon, no-stain German steel. Their taper-grind edges are polished by hand, and their substantial bolsters provide helpful balance. Black nonslip Santoprene handles make Genesis knives comfortable and secure in the grip, improving efficiency and safety in the kitchen.
This Genesis 3-1/2-inch paring knife is an indispensable tool for slicing small fruit, trimming vegetables, and creating garnishes. A complement to the Genesis chef's, carving, and santoku knives, the piece is made in Taiwan using European components and technology. It should be washed by hand for best results and carries Mercer's one-year warranty. --Emily Bedard
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Blade Material | High Carbon Steel |
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Brand | Mercer Culinary |
Color | Black |
Handle Material | Santoprene |
Blade Edge | Plain |
Blade Length | 3.5 Inches |
Construction Type | Forged |
Item Weight | 3.17 Ounces |
Blade Color | Silver |
Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
Item Length | 3.5 Inches |
Manufacturer | Mercer Tool Corp. |
UPC | 765301903190 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00765301903190 |
Item Weight | 3.17 ounces |
Department | Kitchen and Dining |
ASIN | B000IBVD0W |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Item model number | M20003 |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #5,360 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #46 in Paring Knives |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Care instructions | Hand Wash |
Assembly required | No |
Number of pieces | 1 |
Warranty Description | Lifetime limited manufacturer's warranty |
Batteries required | No |
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Ergonomic | 4.9 | 4.6 | 3.2 | 4.9 | 4.6 | 4.9 |
Easy to hold | 4.9 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 5.0 |
Maneuverability | 4.9 | 4.6 | — | 4.8 | 4.6 | — |
Comfort | — | — | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.8 |
Value for money | — | — | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Made In Cookware. |
number of pieces | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
blade edge | Plain | Plain | Plain | Plain | Plain | Plain |
blade material | High Carbon Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
blade length | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | 9.65 centimeters |
blade color | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Metallic |
handle material | Santoprene | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel,Steel | Polypropylene | Stainless Steel | Polyoxymethylene (POM) |
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Customers like the comfort, versatility, maneuverability, value, and sharpness of the kitchen knife. They mention that it's very comfortable in hand, functional for everyday use, and easy to hold. They also appreciate the sharpness, saying that it maintains a nice sharp edge.
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Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the kitchen knife. They mention that it is easy to hold and maintains a nice sharp blade. Some say that the apex is beautifully honed and that it has been a great paring knife that has not needed sharpening.
"I love this knife! It’s sturdy, sharp, and easy to hold. It just feels good in the hand...." Read more
"...feels good, handle feel is secure and size is about right, blade is very sharp, holds an edge reasonably well, does not rust (I only hand wash)..." Read more
"...I looked at the blade under the microscope - the apex is beautifully honed." Read more
"Arrived sharp and does knife stuff really well. Feels like quality in your hand." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the kitchen knife. They mention that it is very heavy duty, excellent, and constructed with care and accuracy. The edge seems to be very resilient, and it is incredibly sharp. Some say that the knife is forged, not stamped.
"I love this knife! It’s sturdy, sharp, and easy to hold. It just feels good in the hand...." Read more
"...It's still working as good as new, and the handle material is holding up perfectly well - it is just as grippy as its always been with almost no..." Read more
"...It was the knife's fault.But this Mercer knife is very nice. The santoprene handle gives a great grip...." Read more
"Arrived sharp and does knife stuff really well. Feels like quality in your hand." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the kitchen knife. They say it's a quality knife at a good price, and is very sharp.
"...knife, keeps sharp edge, is comfortable in your hand and is very affordable." Read more
"Sturdy, great weight, commercial quality, keeps an edge, best knife for the money" Read more
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Customers find the kitchen knife comfortable in their hand. They say the soft handle material makes extended hard carving comfortable. They also say it's more comfortable for cutting thick or hard vegetables.
"...It’s sturdy, sharp, and easy to hold. It just feels good in the hand...." Read more
"...about this Genesis knife is the handle material and shape, it is very comfortable with no hard edges and importantly is just as grippy when wet as..." Read more
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"This is a quality knife, keeps sharp edge, is comfortable in your hand and is very affordable." Read more
Customers find the handle of the kitchen knife comfortable and secure. They say it's easy to grip and doesn't slip even when slimy.
"I love this knife! It’s sturdy, sharp, and easy to hold. It just feels good in the hand...." Read more
"...Inch Paring Knife: The overall weight and balance feels good, handle feel is secure and size is about right, blade is very sharp, holds an edge..." Read more
"I like the handle on this knife. The grip is comfortable and the blade length suits me for slicing vegetables and fruit." Read more
"...But this Mercer knife is very nice. The santoprene handle gives a great grip...." Read more
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"Arrived sharp and does knife stuff really well. Feels like quality in your hand." Read more
"...Holds the blade now for a few months. Worked great for fruits and even meat and fish. Has a good relatively large area to hold...." Read more
"...Thankfully it arrived the next day and has worked for the last 2 years amazingly well...." Read more
"I am too happy about this outstanding knife that is sharp and gets the job done!!..." Read more
Customers find the kitchen knife to be well-balanced, with a little weight to the handle. They also say the overall weight and balance feels good. Some customers also mention that the knife works well and is weighted correctly.
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"...It is light weight and a handle with a comfortable non-slip handle and the knife seems almost 'self-propelled.' Minimum cutting force is needed...." Read more
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"Sturdy, great weight, commercial quality, keeps an edge, best knife for the money" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the balance of the kitchen knife. For example, they mention it has a well-balanced handle, and the weight is nice for a paring knife. Some appreciate the thicker handle and the rounded handle, which makes it easier to grip.
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Culinary Genesis 3.5-Inch Paring Knife: The overall weight and balance feels good, handle feel is secure and size is about right, blade is very sharp, holds an edge reasonably well, does not rust (I only hand wash) etcetera as you would expect for a decent knife.
One of the best things about this Genesis knife is the handle material and shape, it is very comfortable with no hard edges and importantly is just as grippy when wet as when dry. I can handle this safely in any condition. It also appears to be very durable, but only time will tell how this holds up long term.
[Update: Jan 25, 2020]
We've been using the Paring knife for light use at least a few times a week for the past two years. It's still working as good as new, and the handle material is holding up perfectly well - it is just as grippy as its always been with almost no signs of wear. This handle material is simply amazing, it's even has good grip when soapy which is great to avoid accidents during washing. I even tried cutting things with a soapy handle and had no problems. I've bought a couple of other Genesis knives and they are all equally great, however this paring knife was the first and gets the most use and serves as the best indicator for long term durability.
But this Mercer knife is very nice. The santoprene handle gives a great grip. I looked at the blade under the microscope - the apex is beautifully honed.
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