The Mercer Culinary M18000 8" Chef's Knife is designed for the demands of professional kitchens, offering unmatched precision and durability. Crafted with high carbon Japanese steel, this straight-edge blade delivers even slicing, dicing, and chopping, while its spear point tip ensures control when cutting through dense produce and proteins. The ergonomic black handle, made from Santoprene® and polypropylene, provides a textured, slip-resistant grip, enhancing safety and comfort during extended use. This knife is part of Mercer Culinary's Millennia® series, known for its reliability and performance in commercial kitchens. With a limited lifetime warranty and a 25-year corporate use guarantee, this 8" chef's knife is built to last, making it a trusted choice for chefs and restaurant professionals. Its black handle matches standard kitchen color coding, ensuring quick identification in busy environments. Whether you're a chef or restaurant manager, the M18000 Chef's Knife is an essential tool for any commercial kitchen.