Are these actually made in Germany? Does it say on the package? I've heard they are made in Asia somewhere......

they are not made in germany only the steel use in the knife its self is, it is assembled in Taiwan ( i just checked the side of the blade) they are great knifes i first got hooked on them from culinary school seeing all of our knifes in out kit were mercer and ive bought many more since. i also work in a kitchen so it is great having a sharp quality knife on hand, not to expansive just incase something may happen. with proper care mercer renaissance far surpases my wusthof knife set

Finish quality? I've read on-line that these aren't quite as finished overall as the more expensive German brands, specifically the spine is sharp.

I have German made knives, using the best German steel and this 3.5" version is the equal of any of them... No sharp spine, beautifully ground and finished, sharp from the packaging, handles very well, etc... Yes, made in Taiwan of exceptionally good German steel, and I will continue to buy these for now on.

how thick is the blade and how much does it weighs,please?

The weight is 9.1 ounces so a bit over half a pound. The thickness of the blade is just a hair over 3/32” at its thickest point. Hope that helps! Love this knife by the way! You won’t be disappointed!

Is the knife blade very thick like typical German chef knife where you feel like it is wedging the food as it cuts instead of slicing through it?

It is a great knife. It slices but you need to hone your knife with a steel every so often..

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Mercer Culinary M23510 Renaissance, 8-Inch Chef's Knife

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Blade Edge
Plain
Blade Material
High Carbon
Brand
Mercer
Color
Chef's Knife
Handle Material
Delrin

🔪8-inch precision blade

⚙️one-piece forged steel

🛡️rust & corrosion resistant

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🔪 Elevate your kitchen game with precision that professionals crave!

SHARPEN LIKE A PRO - Shortened bolster exposes full blade edge for easy, professional sharpening.
COMFORT MEETS CONTROL - Ergonomic, triple-riveted Delrin handle ensures a secure, fatigue-free grip.
STAY SHARP STAY READY - Taper-ground edge enhances stability and cutting efficiency for flawless prep every time.
ENGINEERED FOR ENDURANCE - Forged from a single piece of German steel for unmatched durability and balance.
EFFORTLESS PRECISION CUTTING - 8-inch high carbon steel blade slices, dices, and chops with surgical sharpness.

The Mercer Culinary M23510 Renaissance 8-Inch Chef's Knife combines a razor-sharp, forged high carbon steel blade with an ergonomic, triple-riveted Delrin handle. Designed for culinary students and pros alike, it offers rust resistance, superior balance, and easy sharpening, making it a top-rated essential for efficient, precise food prep.

Specifications

ASIN	B002R1CGV6
Best Sellers Rank	#5,420 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #8 in Chef's Knives
Blade Color	Silver
Blade Edge	Plain
Blade Material Type	High Carbon Steel
BladeLength	8 inches
Brand Name	Mercer Culinary
Color	Chef's Knife
Construction Type	Forged
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,174)
Global Trade Identification Number	00765301905620
Handle Material	Delrin, Santoprene
Included Components	Chef's Knife
Item Length	8 inches
Item Type Name	Mercer Culinary M23510 Renaissance 8" Forged Riveted Chef's Knife
Item Weight	8.8 ounces
Manufacturer	Mercer Culinary
Manufacturer Part Number	M23510
Manufacturer Warranty Description	Lifetime warranty
Material Type	Stainless Steel
Model Number	M23510
Number of Items	1
Size	8"
UPC	765301905620 778295143541
Unit Count	1 Count

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