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Reddit mentions of Mercer Culinary Genesis Forged Short Bolster Forged Chef's Knife, 8 Inch

Sentiment score: 6
Reddit mentions: 11

We found 11 Reddit mentions of Mercer Culinary Genesis Forged Short Bolster Forged Chef's Knife, 8 Inch. Here are the top ones.

    Features:
  • 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: Sharp tines are perfect for piercing food; a compliment to any of Mercer Culinary's Carving Knives to easily slice and serve meats like chicken, ham, or turkey
  • EASY CARE: To maximize the performance and longevity of your carving fork, carefully wash 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 fork is essential in every kitchen, perfect for professional use or the home cooking enthusiast
Specs:
ColorShort Bolster Chef's Knife
Height1 inches
Length13 inches
Number of items1
Size8-Inch Short Bolster Chef's Knife
Weight1 Pounds
Width3 inches
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Found 11 comments on Mercer Culinary Genesis Forged Short Bolster Forged Chef's Knife, 8 Inch:

u/thesmallshadows · 8 pointsr/Cooking

A Dutch oven, a large cast iron skillet, a good chef's knife and sharpening block, a large mortar and pestle, a spice grinder, maybe splurge on a cookbook or two you wouldn't buy otherwise...


I already have the first three, but I consider them absolutely essential. This is the chef's knife I have, and for the price it really can't be beat.

u/aRYarDHEWASErCioneOm · 5 pointsr/Cooking

Shuns are alright, but they're japanese steel so they're brittle. They will chip guaranteed.

For that price range I'd recommend a wusthof, but if you're taking it to work and all that, I'd go with Mercer. It's a cheaper knife, but it's easily become my favorite.

u/KellerMB · 3 pointsr/Cooking

Victorinox makes a rosewood handled version. Mercer also makes some decent looking forged knives in your price range.

https://smile.amazon.com/Victorinox-Inch-Rosewood-Chefs-Knife/dp/B0019WZEUE/

https://smile.amazon.com/Mercer-Culinary-Genesis-8-Inch-Bolster/dp/B00DT1XFSQ/

Nicer knife than the other 2, but you'd have to throw in $8 on top of your giftcard.
https://www.amazon.com/Tojiro-DP-Gyutou-8-2-21cm/dp/B000UAPQGS

u/Haught_Schmoes · 2 pointsr/cookingforbeginners

Victorinox Fibrox Pro Chef's Knife (8 inch)

The Fibrox series is the classic chef knife series. Known for good quality and able to keep a good edge for a while. Can't go wrong here. Like other comments have said they also have paring knives and bread knives, all at reasonable prices.

Mercer Culinary M22608 Millennia 8-Inch Chef's Knife

The Mercer Millennia series is great if you're really on a budget. I own one of these but I will say that after about a good 6 months of use it is losing its edge quite a bit (also possibly due to roommates chopping stuff on the hard metal table. I'm a little bitter about it.) Came sharp and will stay sharp with some care.

Mercer Culinary Genesis Forged Short Bolster Forged Chef's Knife, 8 Inch

Same company, forged blade. Little nicer, will most likely keep an edge a little longer.

As far as chef knives go, these are some budget picks and probably what most people would recommend unless you want something much nicer! :)

Edit: Also if you are looking for something much nicer, jump down the rabbit hole that is /r/chefknives

It's a steep slope lol

u/sengatenga · 2 pointsr/MealPrepSunday

Get this knife.

An 8" chef's knife is versatile enough to handle anything in the kitchen, and forged Mercers are excellent quality at a low price.

u/tvtb · 2 pointsr/Cooking

Yes. There are two great chefs knives available for around that much that I recommend.

  • Mercer Genesis 8" (forged)
  • Victorinox Fibrox 8" (stamped)

    Of those two I recommend the Mercer most. I outfitted my kitchen with knives out of the Mercer Genesis range, and only the carving knife was a non-bargain.
u/yoga4dogs · 2 pointsr/knives

I think for the price, Mercer makes a great 8” chef knife.It certainly won’t turn any heads but they were standard issue when I was in culinary school, and now (even though I have upgraded my knives) still often recommend it to average users and have even given a couple as gifts.

https://www.amazon.com/Mercer-Culinary-Genesis-Forged-Bolster/dp/B00DT1XFSQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1536526855&sr=8-2-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=mercer+chef+knife&psc=1

I would recommended you steer away from the two listed. Had a coworker who owned one and the build quality was not great and the handle even snapped off after a couple of months.

u/Simpsator · 2 pointsr/Cooking

The Victorinox Fibrox used to be the only knife at the price point. Unfortunately, it is not longer the best deal, and has significant competition. If you can swing ~$75 I'd go with the Tojiro DP. At a lower price point you can't go wrong with the Mercer Genesis or the Mercer Renaissance. Both have the same steel as the more expensive German knives.

u/jobiasRKD · 1 pointr/chefknives

This is actually lower than your budget but I've heard good things about this knife. I'm about to buy it myself and my criteria is pretty similar to yours.

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