Mercer Culinary M23820BL 6 Inch Curved High Carbon Japanese Steel Boning Knife

The Mercer Culinary M23820BL Millennia Colors® Boning Knife 6" Curved is a professional-grade kitchen tool designed for precise meat fabrication and trimming tasks. This boning knife features a high-carbon Japanese steel blade, measuring 6 inches in length with a curved profile for optimal flexibility and control. The stamped construction enhances durability while maintaining a lightweight feel. The vibrant blue handle is made from a non-slip Santoprene® and polypropylene blend, offering enhanced grip and safety during repetitive cutting motions. Its textured finger points and protective finger guard improve handling and reduce hand fatigue, making it suitable for high-volume food preparation environments requiring precise deboning operations.

Top Mercer Culinary M23820BL Features

This boning knife provides a combination of sharpness, durability, and ergonomic design tailored for commercial kitchens. The high-carbon Japanese steel blade ensures edge retention and corrosion resistance, ideal for slicing through poultry, beef, and fish. The lightweight stamped style simplifies maneuvering for detailed cuts, while the textured handle with non-slip material maintains control under wet or greasy conditions. Its 6-inch curved blade enhances flexibility for separating meat from bone efficiently, supporting busy prep workflows. Designed for frequent use, the knife’s robust handle construction allows for easy cleaning and long-term maintenance, making it a versatile choice for any professional kitchen.

• Blade Material: High-carbon Japanese steel for sharpness and longevity.
• Handle Construction: Non-slip Santoprene® and polypropylene with textured grip for safety.
• Blade Style and Size: 6-inch curved stamped blade for precise deboning.
• Design for Ease of Use: Lightweight with finger guard enhances control during repetitive cuts.
• Durability Traits: Corrosion-resistant blade withstands frequent sanitizing routines.

Ideal for professional butchery and meat processing operations requiring precise deboning in high-volume kitchens.

Mercer Culinary M23820BL Technical Specs

The Mercer Culinary M23820BL boning knife features a 6-inch high-carbon steel blade with a curved shape designed for flexibility and precision. Its stamped construction reduces weight without compromising strength, supporting prolonged use in commercial foodservice settings. The handle’s blue non-slip Santoprene® / polypropylene blend facilitates a secure grip, even when wet, and is easy to clean to maintain hygiene standards. Weighing only 0.5 lbs, the knife is engineered for ergonomic handling during repetitive tasks, ensuring comfort and control. The blade's corrosion resistance and high-carbon composition provide excellent edge retention, suitable for intensive daily use in butcheries, seafood processing, and restaurant kitchens. The product is designed with a standard NSF certification, supporting sanitation protocols integral to food safety compliance. Overall dimensions include a blade length of 6 inches, with a handle height optimized for balance and control during deboning, and a total length comfortably supporting detailed work.

• Blade Length: 6 inches for versatile deboning tasks
• Handle Color and Material: Blue Santoprene® and polypropylene for slip resistance
• Blade Material: High-carbon steel for durability and corrosion resistance
• Weight: 0.5 lbs for easy maneuverability
• NSF Certification: Yes, ensuring food safe sanitation and cleaning
• Design Compatibility: Suitable for handheld use in meat and fish processing

What is a commercial boning knife?

A commercial boning knife is a specialized culinary tool designed for precise removal of meat from bones, typically featuring a flexible, curved blade to facilitate detailed trimming and deboning in high-volume foodservice environments. The Mercer Culinary M23820BL Millennia Colors® Boning Knife 6" Curved, equipped with a high-carbon Japanese steel blade, is optimized for efficiency in restaurant kitchens, butcheries, and seafood processing. It excels at providing sharp, controlled cuts, with a lightweight stamped design that supports extensive daily use. Its ergonomic handle enhances grip safety and comfort, making it ideal for precise meat fabrication tasks, especially where consistent results are required in professional settings.

Top boning knives for high-volume meat processing foodservice settings

Built with high-quality Japanese steel, the Mercer Culinary M23820BL boning knife offers dependable performance in busy commercial kitchen workflows, supporting precise deboning and trimming operations in restaurant and butchery environments. Mercer Culinary M23820BL is designed for durability, ergonomic handling, and easy maintenance during high-volume tasks.

• Operation Type — suitable for high-volume butchery and seafood processing
• Kitchen Type — ideal for large restaurant prep stations
• Foodservice Category — recommended for meat fabrication and seafood trimming
• Workload Qualification — supports moderate throughput in commercial kitchens
• Primary Use Case — expertly deboning poultry, fish, and beef

Why Choose Mercer Culinary M23820BL

Why choose Mercer Culinary M23820BL over similar boning knives? Its high-carbon Japanese steel blade ensures superior edge retention and corrosion resistance, while the stamped design offers reduced weight for ease of handling. The vibrant blue handle with textured grip facilitates safe, comfortable use during extended cutting sessions. Its durability and ergonomic features enhance workflow efficiency, making it well-suited for demanding foodservice operations requiring precise meat fabrication and easy maintenance.

• Compact 6-inch curved blade supports detailed deboning
• Stamped construction reduces weight for enhanced maneuverability
• Vibrant non-slip handle improves safety in wet conditions
• Corrosion-resistant high-carbon steel prolongs sharpness
• Designed for frequent sanitization and long-term durability