Carl Mertens Country Vegetable Knife

Each handle is crafted from natural smoked oak, meaning the wood grain and color intensity vary from piece to piece. This ensures your knife has a distinct, one-of-a-kind appearance while providing a warm, tactile grip that feels different from standard synthetic handles.

A 14-degree edge angle on each side is significantly sharper than the standard 20-degree angle found on many kitchen knives. This creates a thinner, more precise edge that glides through vegetables with minimal resistance, making it ideal for delicate tasks like mincing herbs or peeling produce.

Yes, the full bolster adds weight at the transition point between the handle and the blade. This provides better balance for controlled chopping and acts as a finger guard to prevent your hand from slipping toward the sharp edge during use.

Because the handle is made of natural wood, it should be hand-washed and dried immediately after use; it is not dishwasher safe. To keep the wood in top condition, you may occasionally apply a food-safe mineral oil to prevent it from drying out.

This specific steel alloy is prized for its ability to hold a razor-sharp edge while remaining resistant to corrosion and wear. With a hardness of approximately 58 Rockwell, it strikes an excellent balance between being hard enough to stay sharp and tough enough to resist chipping.