🔪 Mercer Culinary Millennia: Black Handle Chef's Knife - 12-Inch Blade for Precision Cutting Review

So this is a great knife. The blade is 12 inches long, the handle is not included. It's also sharp and works well, although it can feel a little flimsy.

Wanted a great quality knife but didn't need to break the bank. This is fully compliant. Sharp, well-balanced workhorse with no frills! Excellent price.

I've been cooking since I was 4 years old and have risen from being a dishwasher to a party cook. I want a knife that works every time I reach for it, this knife works every time and it holds its edge well. Don't think, just buy. Knives are tools and this is the best tool for the price.

Unbeatable price. Please don't think 12 inch is the total length. No, it's just a blade. The thing is about the size of a machete. I would keep it just because it's the biggest chef's knife I've ever seen, but it's also very well made. Also, the commercial style handle is very easy to grip and functional. I will order another smaller model.

This knife initially seemed too big and a bit uncomfortable, clumsy. And then I bought a 10 inch knife and I loved it. I realized I didn't like the balance on this knife. My 10 inch knife balances very well between my thumb and forefinger and the blade of this knife is heavy. If I could drill holes in the handle and add lead weights to balance it I'd probably love it.

12 inch chef's knife - Wow, this knife is huge! I've always wanted a really big chef's knife and now I have one. My wife is too scared to use it and it scared her friend a little. As long as it cuts just as well, I'm happy with it. Just make sure you have a large closet or drawer to store it. it's almost too long for me, despite its size, it sits comfortably and well-balanced once you get used to it, looks very well made and has a good price-performance ratio.