Residential Use
Lifetime Warranty
Made in Solingen, Germany
Carl Mertens Foreman 8″ Chef's Knife
Features
- Blade length: 8”
- Incredible versatility during food prep
- Rust proof X50CrMoV15 stainless steel blade
- Extraordinary edge retention
- Hand forged in Solingen, Germany
- Oiled European walnut handle
- Ergonomic handle shape for easy handling
Versatile Knife for Efficient Food Prep
The Carl Mertens Foreman 8” Chef’s Knife is an incredibly versatile tool made to slice, dice, and mince just about every ingredient during food prep. The Foreman chef’s knife is hand forged in Solingen, Germany using the same century-old techniques Carl Mertens use in the beginning. The blade is made with rust proof X50CrMoV15 stainless steel and is designed to hold a sharp edge for years with care. Overall, the 8” Chef’s Knife from Carl Mertens Foreman series is the all-in-one knife designed to get mise en place done efficiently. Handmade in Solingen, Germany. Limited lifetime warranty.
Foreman Line
The Foreman line from Carl Mertens showcases the perfect balance of strength and beauty. All Foreman knives are hand forged to create a single knife that’s incredibly strong and will hold up against the toughest ingredients. Each blade comes with an ergonomic handle made from oiled walnut and shaped to provide a comfortable grip. The Foreman blades are made with rust-proof X50CrMoC15 stainless steel for a blade that will stay incredibly sharp for years. Designed by designer Carsten Gollnick, the Carl Mertens Foreman series was created to meet the highest standards in gourmet cutlery. In 2018, the entire Carl Mertens Foreman line was awarded the IF Design Award. A fantastic achievement for this German knife brand.
Handmade in Solingen, Germany
Solingen, Germany is known for their high quality cutlery. In fact, Solingen is known as the steel capital of the world and the "city of blades", and is where all Carl Mertens knives are made. In order to mark a product with the name Solingen, all key manufacturing stages must have been processed and finished within Solingen. The product must also meet strict quality standards in order to be entitled to use the "Made in Solingen" mark. This means that a knife that was completely crafted and assembled in Solingen can not say "Made in Solingen" unless it meets these required quality standards.
About Carl Mertens
Carl Mertens first began in 1919 as a small job-order grinding shop for pocket knife blades in Solingen, Germany. For almost 100 years, they have become a premier brand showcasing excellent quality in German knives, flatware, and exquisite kitchen tools. Carl Mertens handmade knives are known for creating beautiful, contemporary products made using the same traditional craftsmanship from when they began. Exquisite designs have led Carl Mertens to receive numerous design awards from IF Design, Red Dot, Design Plus, and more. Merging aesthetics with functionality, Carl Mertens creates extraordinary pieces for your kitchen that are too beautiful to be put away for long.
| Name: | Carl Mertens Foreman 8″ Chef's Knife |
| UPC: | 4005457068128 |
| Manufacturer: | Carl Mertens |
Use and Care
Cleaning: Carl Mertens Knives are not dishwasher safe and must be hand washed and dried thoroughly after every use.
Handle Care: Carl Mertens Knives are made using oiled European walnut wood. Regular oiling keeps the handle in optimal condition throughout its lifetime.
Honing and Sharpening: Regular honing is necessary to maintain a sharp cutting edge on Carl Mertens Knives. Weekly honing realigns the blade and maintains a sharp edge for longer. For sharpening, we recommend using a whetstone or sharpening steel when sharpening becomes necessary.
Cutting Surfaces: Only use cutting boards made of hinoki, wooden, bamboo, or quality polyethylene to keep Carl Mertens blades in prime condition. Avoid using cutting boards such as china, marble, granite, porcelain, stainless countertops, and glass. These surfaces could cause harm the blade.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Carl Mertens Knives are made using the highest standards. Each knife is handmade in Solingen, Germany and is warranted to be free from defects in material and craftsmanship for the lifetime of the purchase. The warranty does not cover normal wear or misuse such as damage or breakage due to improper maintenance to the blade and the wooden handle, accidents, loss, or theft. Any product will be determined defective solely at J.L. Hufford’s discretion. To receive a warranty replacement, the owner must send the product to be evaluated to J.L. Hufford headquarters in Lafayette, Indiana. This limited lifetime warranty is non-transferrable to anyone outside of the original purchaser.