Mercer Culinary M23530 10 Inch High Carbon German Steel Knife with Ergonomic Handle

The Mercer Culinary M23530 Renaissance® Chef's Knife 10" is a professional-grade kitchen tool designed for precise slicing and chopping applications in commercial foodservice environments. This 10-inch chef's knife features a single-piece, precision-forged construction from high carbon German steel, ensuring durability, edge retention, and superior performance. Its ergonomic Delrin® handle offers a secure grip for demanding culinary tasks, while triple rivet assembly enhances stability and longevity. Engineered for high-volume culinary operations, this knife is ideal for professional kitchens requiring reliable and consistent cutting precision without compromise on quality.

Top Mercer Culinary M23530 Features

The Mercer Culinary M23530 Renaissance® 10" chef's knife provides commercial chefs with a robust forged blade that delivers exceptional edge retention and strength. The high carbon German steel ensures durability against daily heavy use, while the ergonomic handle minimizes fatigue through comfortable, slip-resistant grip. Its precision-crafted design facilitates easy maintenance and sharpening, making it suited for repetitive chopping and slicing tasks in busy kitchens. The integrated construction supports high-volume workflows, especially in professional culinary settings that demand consistent results.

• Precision forged blade for superior durability and edge retention
• High carbon German steel resists wear in daily heavy-use scenarios
• Ergonomic Delrin handle for improved comfort and control
• Triple rivet construction ensures blade stability and long-term reliability
• Designed for easy maintenance with straightforward sharpening and cleaning

Optimal for professional kitchens requiring high-performance slicing tools.

Mercer Culinary M23530 Technical Specs

The Mercer Culinary M23530 Renaissance® Chef's Knife 10" features a high carbon steel blade, forged from a single piece for maximum strength and durability. Its blade length ranges from 10" to 11", with a balanced weight of 0.83 lbs for precise control. The black plastic handle is ergonomically designed to provide slip resistance, facilitating safe handling during extended use. The knife is constructed from materials compatible with routine cleaning and maintenance, featuring a classic forged style with a robust triple rivet design. It operates in environments demanding consistent performance without specific electrical requirements, suitable for various culinary workflows that involve slicing, dicing, and chopping. The knife’s construction withstands typical kitchen temperature ranges and cleaning processes, making it a dependable tool in high-volume culinary settings.

• Blade Length: 10\" - 11\" for versatile slicing tasks
• Material: High carbon steel blade with forged construction
• Handle Material: Plastic / Poly with black finish
• Weight: 0.83 lbs for balanced handling
• Durability: Triple rivet assembly enhances longevity
• Cleaning & Maintenance: Compatible with routine hand cleaning and sharpening
• Construction: One-piece forged for maximum strength and edge retention

Electrical Requirements: None

Operating Range: Suitable for standard kitchen temperatures

Dimensions: Blade Length 10" - 11"; Handle fits comfortably in hand

Handle Color: Black

Food Safety: Made from food-safe, easy-to-clean materials

What is a commercial chef's knife?

A commercial chef's knife is a professional-grade cutting tool designed specifically for high-volume food preparation in restaurant or institutional kitchens. It features a forged, durable blade typically made of high carbon steel, optimized for precision slicing, dicing, and chopping. The Mercer Culinary M23530 Renaissance® Chef's Knife 10" exemplifies this category, providing a versatile and reliable cutting instrument well-suited for tasks in rapid, high-demand foodservice settings. With its ergonomic handle and forged construction, this knife is ideal for chefs and culinary staff engaged in continuous prep work in busy culinary environments, making it a staple in mid-volume restaurant operations or catering kitchens.

Top commercial chef's knives for high-volume foodservice settings

The Mercer Culinary M23530 Renaissance® chef's knife offers build quality, functional durability, and ideal performance for moderate-volume kitchens through precise forged construction. It enhances workflow efficiency by providing consistent slicing and chopping, making it suitable for professional culinary use in busy kitchens requiring reliable, restaurant-ready cutlery. Mercer Culinary M23530 excels in delivering long-lasting sharpness and comfort during extended service periods.

• Medium-volume operation — suitable for busy restaurant prep stations
• Compact footprint — ergonomic for space-efficient kitchens
• Commercial food preparation — optimized for slicing and dicing
• Consistent performance — durable high carbon steel blade
• Workload optimized — designed for moderate throughput kitchens

Why Choose Mercer Culinary M23530?

Why Choose Mercer Culinary M23530 Renaissance® Chef's Knife 10" for professional culinary environments? Its forged construction using high carbon German steel provides exceptional durability and edge stability, surpassing standard laminated or stamped knives. The triple rivet design ensures long-term blade stability in high-demand kitchens, while the ergonomic handle minimizes fatigue during continuous prep. Built for high-volume foodservice, this knife enables precise, effortless cuts with minimal maintenance, streamlining busy kitchen workflows and ensuring consistent results across culinary tasks.

• Strengthened forged blade for lasting edge retention
• Robust high carbon steel resists wear in demanding use
• Comfortable ergonomic Delrin handle reduces fatigue
• Hardened construction enhances longevity under high workload
• Designed for easy sharpening and hygiene maintenance