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Mercer Culinary

Mercer Culinary M23210 Millennia Black Handle

  • Wavy serrated edge, wide blade
  • Stamped high carbon steel
  • 4.8 ounces listed item weight
  • Black handle, silver blade
  • Warranty excludes dishwasher damage
  • Repair or replace for defects in material or workmanship

Last refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A wide, wavy-edged stamped bread knife with a black handle. The warranty excludes dishwasher damage, so hand washing is the safe route, and the listing is brief on other details.

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ASIN: B000PS1HS6Model: M23210Category: Bread Knives

Sizes Available

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Overview

A wide, wavy serrated blade stamped from high carbon steel defines this Mercer Millennia bread knife. The handle is black, the blade is silver, and the listing describes the line as designed for professional chefs.

A broad blade with a wavy edge suits loaves and soft crumb, and stamping holds the weight down. The warranty is unusually detailed: it covers defects but excludes dishwasher use, neglect and abuse. Handle material and grind details are not given.

Who it's for

Home bakers and sandwich makers who slice crusty and soft loaves, and who wash knives by hand. Those who want a forged bolster, a named handle material or dishwasher durability should look elsewhere.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Wide blade for large loaves
  • Wavy serrated edge
  • Light stamped build
  • Clear repair or replace warranty
Cons
  • Dishwasher use voids warranty
  • Handle material not listed
  • Stamped, not forged

Performance notes

The wavy serrations grip the crust and let the blade saw through without pressing the crumb flat. The wide blade supports large loaves, and stamped steel leaves the knife light in hand. Care matters, since the warranty names dishwasher use as an exclusion.

Where it stands among bread knives

  • #7 most-searched brand and model of the 9 bread knives lines we track (by search demand, not sales).

From the specs of the 11 bread knives we list; not a test result.

Specifications

BrandMercer Culinary
ModelM23210
Dimensions & fit
Blade length10 inches
Item length10 inches
Weight4.8 ounces
Construction & materials
ConstructionStamped
Blade materialHigh Carbon Steel
MaterialSteel
ColorBlack
Blade colorSilver
Warranty & support
WarrantyRepair or replace for defects in material or workmanship; excludes dishwasher use, neglect, accident, alteration, fire or theft
Other details
Blade edgeSerrated (wavy)

Frequently asked questions

What size is the Mercer Millennia wide bread knife?

The blade length and the item length are both listed as 10 inches. The knife weighs 4.8 ounces.

Can the Mercer Millennia bread knife go in the dishwasher?

The warranty excludes damage from dishwasher use, so hand washing is the safer choice.

Is the Mercer Millennia bread knife forged?

No. The construction type is stamped.

What does the Mercer Millennia warranty cover?

Mercer promises to repair or replace a knife defective in material or workmanship when put to everyday use and cared for according to instructions.