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Commercial-Grade Butcher Knife Engineered for Efficient Meat Fabrication
The Mercer Culinary BPX 8-Inch Breaking Knife is designed for separating, trimming, and portioning large cuts of meat in professional butcher shops, restaurant kitchens, and food preparation facilities. Its curved stainless steel blade supports long, controlled slicing strokes, while the lightweight stamped construction provides the maneuverability needed for repetitive meat-processing tasks.
Technical Specifications & Engineering Data
| Specification Metric | Commercial Product Data |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Brand | Mercer Culinary |
| Model / Series Line | BPX |
| Model Number | M13713 |
| Product Category | Breaking and Butcher Knife |
| Construction Type | Stamped |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Edge | Plain Edge |
| Blade Length | 8 Inches |
| Handle Material | Glass-Filled Nylon |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Overall Product Length | 16 Inches |
| Product Weight | 5.6 Ounces |
| Included Components | One Mercer BPX 8-Inch Breaking Butcher Knife |
| Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Recommended Cleaning Method | Hand wash and dry promptly |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Sanitation Certification | Not specified in the supplied product data |
Core Operational Features
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Professional Stainless Steel Blade: The stainless steel blade provides dependable cutting performance for breaking down, trimming, and portioning large cuts of meat during demanding preparation cycles.
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Curved Breaking-Knife Profile: The 8-inch blade shape supports smooth, extended slicing motions through roasts, poultry, and large primal cuts while helping reduce unnecessary sawing movements.
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Lightweight Stamped Construction: At approximately 5.6 ounces, the stamped blade offers responsive handling and reduced weight for repetitive butcher work and extended preparation sessions.
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Reinforced Glass-Filled Nylon Handle: The durable handle material is designed to provide structural stability and controlled gripping performance during forceful cutting and trimming applications.
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Plain-Edge Cutting Control: The continuous plain edge creates clean contact with meat surfaces, supporting precise trimming, portioning, and separation without the tearing associated with serrated blades.
Professional Kitchen Applications
This breaking knife is suitable for butcher counters, meat-processing stations, restaurant prep kitchens, catering operations, and commercial foodservice environments. It can be used for separating large sections of meat, trimming fat, portioning roasts, breaking down poultry, and preparing proteins before final cutting or cooking.
Care & Maintenance
Hand wash the knife after each use with warm water, mild detergent, and a non-abrasive cleaning tool. Dry the blade and handle thoroughly before storage. Do not place the knife in a dishwasher, as prolonged exposure to high temperatures, moisture, and aggressive detergents may affect the blade edge and handle construction.