Are these actually made in Germany? Does it say on the package? I've heard they are made in Asia somewhere......

they are not made in germany only the steel use in the knife its self is, it is assembled in Taiwan ( i just checked the side of the blade) they are great knifes i first got hooked on them from culinary school seeing all of our knifes in out kit were mercer and ive bought many more since. i also work in a kitchen so it is great having a sharp quality knife on hand, not to expansive just incase something may happen. with proper care mercer renaissance far surpases my wusthof knife set

Finish quality? I've read on-line that these aren't quite as finished overall as the more expensive German brands, specifically the spine is sharp.

I have German made knives, using the best German steel and this 3.5" version is the equal of any of them... No sharp spine, beautifully ground and finished, sharp from the packaging, handles very well, etc... Yes, made in Taiwan of exceptionally good German steel, and I will continue to buy these for now on.

how thick is the blade and how much does it weighs,please?

The weight is 9.1 ounces so a bit over half a pound. The thickness of the blade is just a hair over 3/32” at its thickest point. Hope that helps! Love this knife by the way! You won’t be disappointed!

Is the knife blade very thick like typical German chef knife where you feel like it is wedging the food as it cuts instead of slicing through it?

It is a great knife. It slices but you need to hone your knife with a steel every so often..

Renaissance 8-Inch Black M23510

Product ID: 254410063

Details

Blade edge
Plain
Blade material
High Carbon
Brand
Mercer
Colour
Black
Handle material
Stainless

🔪8-inch precision blade

⚙️taper-ground edge for stability

🖐️ergonomic triple-riveted handle

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Description

🔪 Elevate your kitchen game with the Mercer Renaissance – where precision meets power!

BUILT TO LAST - Durable stainless steel blade designed for commercial use
SHARPEN LIKE A PRO - Shortened bolster exposes full blade for seamless sharpening
TRUSTED BY THOUSANDS - 4.7-star rating from nearly 3,000 culinary enthusiasts
COMFORT MEETS CONTROL - Ergonomic Delrin handle with triple rivets ensures a secure grip
EFFORTLESS PRECISION CUTTING - Slices, chops, dices, and minces with professional ease

The Mercer Culinary Renaissance 8-Inch Black M23510 is a professional-grade chef's knife featuring a durable stainless steel blade with a taper-ground edge for enhanced stability and cutting efficiency. Its ergonomic, triple-riveted Delrin handle offers superior comfort and control, while the shortened bolster allows easy sharpening. Highly rated by culinary students and professionals alike, this knife is built for commercial use and precision performance.

Specifications

ASIN	B002R1CGV6
Best Sellers Rank	#156,382 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #532 in Chef's Knives
Brand	Mercer Culinary
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,955)
Date First Available	7 August 2012
Item Weight	249 g
Material	Stainless Steel
Model Number	M23510
Product Dimensions	44.45 x 1.59 x 10.48 cm; 249.48 g
Special Features	Commercial Use

Reviews

J**C

Good knife and great value.

Great knife. sharp well made and has a good balance.

8.09.2020

H**F

Good deal

Meet expectations

19.03.2020

L**N

Sono un cuoco e questo è un ottimo coltello utility per la frutta e per piccoli pezzi di pane. È un coltello forgiato e per quello che l'ho pagato ne prenderei un altro appena torna a disposizione, l'ho prenderei per mia moglie che lavora in bar ottimo per pomodoro ananas e limoni.. Grazie Amazon

10.11.2018

N**2

Another fine knife from Mercer. These Renaissance models are a little more refined, with riveted handles, and slightly harder steel than the base models. Recommended for the money.

11.01.2026

A**M

Very nice knife, ergonomic, great steel. Pleasure to work with.

6.02.2026

P**O

Excelente compra. Tengo una huerta casera y me desesperaba cuando mi cuchillo aplastaba mis tomatitos cherry. Ahora quedan espectaculares.

11.02.2019

O**Y

I had my previous utility / pairing knife stolen, so I ordered this one and it is great, it feels great and is way sharper than I expected. As a chef I was skeptical about the quality but it's worth every penny.

4.10.2022

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