Mercer Culinary M23890YL 9 Inch Offset Wavy Edge Bread Knife High Carbon Yellow Handle

The Mercer Culinary M23890YL Millennia Colors® Bread Knife 9" Offset is a professional-grade slicing tool designed for commercial kitchens and foodservice operations requiring precise bread and baked goods cuts. Constructed with a high carbon steel blade featuring a wavy edge, this offset bread knife delivers clean, consistent slices. Its stamped design ensures durability and ease of sharpening, while the vibrant yellow Santoprene® and polypropylene handle offers non-slip grip and textured finger points for enhanced safety. The knife’s balanced weight of 0.5 lbs contributes to ergonomic handling, making it suitable for high-volume bakery workflows and prep stations, with an NSF certification ensuring compliance with sanitation standards.

Top Mercer Culinary M23890YL Features

This offset bread knife is engineered for professional bakery and culinary environments, featuring a durable high carbon steel blade with a wavy edge for optimal crust separation. The stamped construction promotes longevity and Sharpening ease, while the non-slip Santoprene® handle with textured finger points enhances user safety during repetitive slicing tasks. Its 9-inch blade length balances maneuverability with cutting precision, ideal for slicing large loaves and bakery products in busy kitchens. The yellow handle provides high visibility in fast-paced settings, supporting workflow efficiency.

• Wavy edge blade: Ensures precise cuts and crust separation in bread applications.
• Stamped construction: Promotes durability and straightforward maintenance in commercial use.
• High carbon Japanese steel: Offers strength, edge retention, and easy sharpening for high-performance cutting.
• Non-slip Santoprene® handle: Improves grip safety during prolonged use in bakery workflows.
• Offset design with textured finger points: Provides ergonomic comfort for repetitive slicing tasks.

Ideal for commercial bakery slicing, bread preparation, and high-volume foodservice operations requiring durable, precise cutlery.

Mercer Culinary M23890YL Technical Specs

The Mercer Culinary M23890YL bread knife features a 9-inch high carbon steel blade with a wavy edge, designed for efficient slicing in professional bakery and café environments. Its stamped construction ensures robust performance while maintaining a lightweight profile of just 0.5 lbs, facilitating ease of handling across extended shifts. The yellow Santoprene® and polypropylene handle is molded for ergonomic comfort, with textured finger points and a protective finger guard for maximum safety. This knife is NSF certified, supporting sanitation standards while offering reliable performance. Its heat resistance is suitable for cold or room temperature food products, and the blade is easy to clean with routine handwashing.

• Blade length: 9 inches for versatile slicing of large bread loaves.
• Handle material: Yellow Santoprene® with polypropylene for slip resistance.
• Construction: Stamped high carbon steel blade for durability and sharpening ease.
• Weight: 0.5 lbs for maneuverability during repetitive tasks.
• Certifications: NSF approved for food safety compliance.

• Electrical Requirements: Not applicable, manual tool
• Cleaning & Maintenance: Hand wash recommended, easy to sharpen or replace blades.
• Usage Compatibility: Suitable for cold food slicing, bakery applications, and bread prep lines.
• Handle Features: Textured finger points, ergonomic grip, removable for cleaning.
• Design Benefits: Offset blade reduces wrist fatigue, improves slicing control.

What is a commercial bread and sandwich knife?

A commercial bread and sandwich knife is a professional-grade slicing tool designed specifically for high-volume bakery and foodservice use. Constructed with high carbon steel and featuring a wavy edge, these knives deliver precise, clean cuts on bread, sandwiches, and baked goods. Typically 8 to 9 inches long, they provide balance, durability, and ease of use in fast-paced kitchen environments. The Mercer Culinary M23890YL Millennia Colors® Bread Knife 9" Offset is an example, suited for bread slicing in bakeries, cafes, and catering venues where efficient and consistent cuts are essential for production throughput and presentation quality.

Top commercial bread knives for bakery and foodservice operations

Designed for bakery workflows and high-volume bread slicing, the Mercer Culinary M23890YL combines durability with ergonomic handling, making it ideal for bakery staff and kitchen preps needing precise cuts. The high carbon steel blade and offset design ensure efficiency in busy foodservice environments, with a vibrant safety-oriented handle suited for commercial kitchen equipment.

• Operation Type — optimized for bakery prep stations
• Kitchen Setting — suited for high-volume bakeries and cafés
• Foodservice Category — bread, baked goods slicing tools
• Workload Qualification — moderate throughput in busy kitchens
• Use Case — manual slicing of bread and baked products

Why Choose Mercer Culinary M23890YL

The Mercer Culinary M23890YL offers a robust, high-performance design with a durable high carbon steel blade and ergonomic yellow Santoprene® handle for safety and grip. Its offset style reduces wrist strain, supporting high-efficiency bread slicing in professional bakery environments. The stamped construction simplifies maintenance, making it a reliable choice for commercial kitchens seeking longevity and precise cutter control.

• Compact footprint: 9-inch blade optimized for space-efficient kitchen setups.
• Stamped construction: Ensures long-lasting performance with straightforward sharpening.
• High carbon steel blade: Delivers superior edge retention and durability.
• Offset handle design: Reduces wrist fatigue during repetitive slicing tasks.
• Bright yellow handle: Ensures high visibility in busy kitchen environments.