Mercer Culinary

Mercer Culinary M19080 ZüM 8" Chef's Knife with Black Ergonomic Handle, High-Carbon German Steel

$63.57 ~~Sale price$113.40you save $49.83~~

Key Features:

Elite one-piece precision forged construction provides maximum strength and durability for professional use.
Crafted from premier high-carbon German cutlery steel for superior edge retention and resistance to rust, corrosion, and discoloration.
Ergonomically molded Delrin handle offers a comfortable and secure grip during extended food preparation tasks.
Full tang design extends the entire length of the handle, ensuring exceptional balance and structural integrity.
Taper ground edge stays sharper longer and allows for finer, more precise chopping, slicing, and dicing.
Contoured rounded spine enhances user comfort and reduces hand fatigue during heavy-duty cutting.
NSF certified to meet strict standards for public health protection in commercial kitchen environments.

Mercer Culinary M19080 ZüM 8" Chef's Knife with Black Ergonomic Handle, High-Carbon German Steel

$63.57~~$113.40~~

Detailed Description

The Mercer Culinary ZüM® M19080 is an 8-inch chef's knife engineered for the rigors of professional kitchen use. Built from elite one-piece precision forged high-carbon German cutlery steel, its blade delivers outstanding edge retention and exceptional resistance to rust, corrosion, and discoloration. The taper ground edge stays sharper longer, enabling finer and more precise chopping, slicing, and dicing across a full range of food preparation tasks. A full tang extends through the entire Delrin®/POM handle for superior balance and strength, while a rounded spine and ergonomic molded grip minimize fatigue during extended use. NSF approved and backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty, the ZüM® is a trusted workhorse for both professional chefs and serious culinary environments.

Product Details

Precision Forged Construction

Elite one-piece forging from high-carbon German steel delivers exceptional strength and durability.

Taper Ground Precision Edge

Stays sharper longer and enables finer, more controlled chopping and slicing.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Built to resist rust, corrosion, and discoloration with NSF approval for professional use.

Mercer Culinary ZuM 8-inch chef's knife with high-carbon German steel blade and black ergonomic handle

Forged for Professional Performance

The Mercer Culinary ZuM 8" Chef's Knife is built around a single piece of premier high-carbon German cutlery steel, precision forged for the strength and balance that demanding kitchen environments require.

8-inch (20.3 cm) blade ideal for slicing, chopping, and dicing
Full tang extends the entire handle length for superior balance
Rounded spine contoured for superior comfort during extended use
NSF approved for commercial kitchen use

Key Specifications

Blade MaterialHigh-Carbon German Steel

Blade Length8 in. (20.3 cm)

Handle MaterialDelrin (POM), Black

WarrantyLimited Lifetime

Ideal For

Professional Chefs Commercial Kitchens Culinary Students High-Volume Prep Everyday Home Cooks

From the Cresco Resco Team

Why You'll Love It

The Mercer Culinary ZuM 8" Chef's Knife delivers professional-grade precision in a well-balanced, comfortable package built to last a lifetime.

A top pick for culinary professionals and home cooks who demand reliability and edge retention.
One-piece precision forged German steel blade resists rust, corrosion, and dulling over time.
Pairs with the M33113P knife guard for safe, convenient storage between uses.

Specifications

Item Number	M19080
Series	ZüM®
Knife Type	Chef's Knife
Blade Length	8" (20.3 cm)
Blade Material	High-Carbon German Steel (X50 Cr Mo V15)
Blade Construction	One-Piece Precision Forged
Blade Design	Straight
Edge Style	Smooth, Taper Ground
Point Style	Spear
Handle Material	Delrin® (POM)
Handle Color	Black
Tang	Full Tang
Weight	0.59 lbs
Certifications	NSF Approved
Dishwasher Safe	No
Warranty	Limited Lifetime (25-Year Corporate Use)
Compatible Knife Guard	M33113P