--- product_id: 266130461 title: "Chinese Chef's Knife, 8\", Wooden Handle" brand: "mercer culinary" price: "€ 84.12" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Mercer Culinary" url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/266130461-chinese-chefs-knife-8-wooden-handle store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # triple-riveted rosewood handle 8-inch razor-sharp blade high carbon Japanese steel Chinese Chef's Knife, 8", Wooden Handle **Brand:** mercer culinary **Price:** € 84.12 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔪 Elevate your kitchen game with precision and style — don’t just cook, command the craft! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Chinese Chef's Knife, 8", Wooden Handle by mercer culinary - **How much does it cost?** € 84.12 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/266130461-chinese-chefs-knife-8-wooden-handle) ## Best For - mercer culinary enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted mercer culinary brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Durability Meets Style:** Forged one-piece construction with stain-resistant blade keeps your knife looking pristine and performing flawlessly. - • **Effortless Maintenance:** Rapid sharpening capability means your blade stays razor-sharp with minimal effort—never miss a beat in the kitchen. - • **Ergonomic Rosewood Grip:** Natural triple-riveted wooden handle ensures a comfortable, secure hold for professional-level control. - • **Precision Cutting Power:** 8-inch high carbon steel blade delivers razor-sharp, long-lasting edge for effortless slicing and dicing. - • **Authentic Culinary Heritage:** Classic Asian design with elegant wood handle and subtle script for that coveted chef’s knife aesthetic. ## Overview The Mercer Culinary 8-inch Chinese Chef's Knife features a high carbon Japanese steel blade for superior edge retention and rapid sharpening. Its triple-riveted rosewood handle offers ergonomic comfort and durability, while the one-piece forged construction ensures long-lasting performance. Designed for professional chefs and culinary enthusiasts alike, this stain-resistant, hand-wash-only knife combines authentic style with practical functionality, backed by a limited lifetime warranty. ## Description Product Description These kitchen staples are primarily used for cutting through thin or soft bones, or through hard vegetables such as squash, where twisting may chip or shatter a slicing blade. Blades made from stain-free German steel for greater durability. A variety of sizes are offered to meet the needs of almost any kitchen. Set Contains: 8-Inch Chinese Chef's Knife with Wood Handle Review: This is a review for the wooden handle version. Picking it up for the first time it's surprisingly substantial and good quality. I was expecting to be a little underwhelmed considering I only paid £20. This thing is pretty hefty. 14 ounces, +-400g, 2.8mm thick. That's on the heavier side for a Chinese cleaver according to my brief research on the topic. I tapped it on the flat side on the side of my head and it's stiff and solid as can be. It could definitely knock someone out just with a slap. Im not sure if it's intended for bone chopping. The other black version is a nimble 110 grams lighter and is definitely not intended for bones so this could be the tougher bone version perhaps? It seems more middle ground. It feels like it'll have no problems with smaller bones like chicken which is what you're most likely to chop on the odd occasion. I've personally never had to chop through large bones so this isn't a concern for me. I'll leave that sort of thing up to the butcher. Chopping vegetables with it doesn't feel difficult or clunky. I'm slightly above average in strength. Someone with weaker arms or a woman might find it a bit too much. Perhaps not. I suppose it depends on your vigor and enthusiasm. The balance point from the handle is 3/5 along the entire knife. So it's top heavy but doesn't feel overly so when you hold it. You don't hold it from the bottom of the handle though. Your first 2 fingers and your thumb hold the actual blade at the bottom of the metal blade. Keeps the blade nice and steady. The sharpness out of the box is very good but nothing to rave on about. It can easily do the paper cutting trick so long as it's fairly stiff. I noticed the way that blade edge is cut, one side is higher than the other so it's more of a one-sided edge and will need to be sharpened that way, probably on a whetstone. The higher side is on the writing side if that concerns you. The thickness of the blade though, does taper evenly on both sides right down to the cutting edge. It's not a flat 2.8 mm all the way through, only at the top. I particularly like the wooden handle and the Asian writing on the side. It gives it that authentic Chinese cleaver feel. I actually scorched the handle with a confectionery blow torch and buffed it down with fine sandpaper to give it a more expensive antique look. It was pretty intimidating because I was afraid the heat might split the wood but I did it gently and gave it time to cool, and it turned out nice. Review: Economico ma molto funzionale,il coltello e leggero e mantiene la affilatura ,lunghezza della lama molto buona ,facile da usare e molto funzionale ,soddisfattissimo dell acquisto ,bello . ## Features - Natural, comfortable, triple-riveted rosewood handle - The highest quality Japanese steel for easy edge maintenance and rapid sharpening for a razor-sharp edge - Stain-resistant, hand wash knives for blade edge and surface care - One-piece high carbon steel - Limited Lifetime Warranty ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B005HE8F8S | | Best Sellers Rank | #178,839 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #403 in Chef's Knives | | Blade Color | Silver | | Blade Edge | Plain | | Blade Material Type | High Carbon Steel | | BladeLength | 8 Inches | | Brand Name | Mercer Culinary | | Color | Wooden Handle | | Construction Type | Forged with wooden handle | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,741) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00765301903985 | | Handle Material | Rosewood | | Is the item dishwasher safe? | No | | Item Length | 20.32 Centimeters | | Item Type Name | 8-Inch Chinese Chef's Knife with Wood Handle | | Item Weight | 14 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Mercer Culinary | | UPC | 765301903985 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Blade edge:** Plain - **Blade material:** High Carbon Steel - **Brand:** Mercer Culinary - **Colour:** Wooden Handle - **Handle material:** Rosewood ## Images ![Chinese Chef's Knife, 8", Wooden Handle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31678eDFPiL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by G***S on 12 July 2024* This is a review for the wooden handle version. Picking it up for the first time it's surprisingly substantial and good quality. I was expecting to be a little underwhelmed considering I only paid £20. This thing is pretty hefty. 14 ounces, +-400g, 2.8mm thick. That's on the heavier side for a Chinese cleaver according to my brief research on the topic. I tapped it on the flat side on the side of my head and it's stiff and solid as can be. It could definitely knock someone out just with a slap. Im not sure if it's intended for bone chopping. The other black version is a nimble 110 grams lighter and is definitely not intended for bones so this could be the tougher bone version perhaps? It seems more middle ground. It feels like it'll have no problems with smaller bones like chicken which is what you're most likely to chop on the odd occasion. I've personally never had to chop through large bones so this isn't a concern for me. I'll leave that sort of thing up to the butcher. Chopping vegetables with it doesn't feel difficult or clunky. I'm slightly above average in strength. Someone with weaker arms or a woman might find it a bit too much. Perhaps not. I suppose it depends on your vigor and enthusiasm. The balance point from the handle is 3/5 along the entire knife. So it's top heavy but doesn't feel overly so when you hold it. You don't hold it from the bottom of the handle though. Your first 2 fingers and your thumb hold the actual blade at the bottom of the metal blade. Keeps the blade nice and steady. The sharpness out of the box is very good but nothing to rave on about. It can easily do the paper cutting trick so long as it's fairly stiff. I noticed the way that blade edge is cut, one side is higher than the other so it's more of a one-sided edge and will need to be sharpened that way, probably on a whetstone. The higher side is on the writing side if that concerns you. The thickness of the blade though, does taper evenly on both sides right down to the cutting edge. It's not a flat 2.8 mm all the way through, only at the top. I particularly like the wooden handle and the Asian writing on the side. It gives it that authentic Chinese cleaver feel. I actually scorched the handle with a confectionery blow torch and buffed it down with fine sandpaper to give it a more expensive antique look. It was pretty intimidating because I was afraid the heat might split the wood but I did it gently and gave it time to cool, and it turned out nice. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by P***O on 24 September 2018* Economico ma molto funzionale,il coltello e leggero e mantiene la affilatura ,lunghezza della lama molto buona ,facile da usare e molto funzionale ,soddisfattissimo dell acquisto ,bello . ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by N***R on 12 September 2019* The long, wide and sharp blade easily slices in straight and true lines without curving or crumbling the bread. I know this is only a bread knife... but man is it a bread knife! The craftsmanship that went into this blade reflects well on how well build the rest of their products are. ## Frequently Bought Together - Mercer Culinary Chinese Chef's Knife, 8", Wooden Handle - Mercer Culinary Wide Knife Guard 8-Inch x 4-Inch - Winco Blade Chinese Cleaver w/ wooden handle – blade 8”x3 ½” overall length 12 ½” --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/266130461-chinese-chefs-knife-8-wooden-handle](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/266130461-chinese-chefs-knife-8-wooden-handle) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*