The Serrated Knife You’ll Wish You Had Sooner

A proper serrated knife is nothing short of a revelation, a game-changer, and, dare I say, one of the only three knives one truly needs in a well-functioning kitchen.

The other two, of course, being a trusty chef’s knife—for all the grand, sweeping gestures of cookery—and a wee paring knife, for those delicate, precise little tasks that require the nimblest of hands.

But let us return to the serrated knife, for it is so much more than just a bread-slicing implement.

A great serrated knife is a thing of beauty. It:

Glides through ripe tomatoes without reducing them to an unsightly massacre

Slices delicate cakes without squashing them beyond recognition

Tames the wild beast that is the overstuffed sandwich—you know the type, the one that explodes upon first bite, leaving you clutching a tragic pile of fillings and existential regret

And yet, despite its noble purpose, so many serrated knives fall woefully short. Some perform admirably, many are utterly abysmal, and only a rare few are truly worth their weight in gold.

The Knife That Changed Everything

At long last, after years of testing, trial, and quiet despair, I have found a true champion:

The Mercer Culinary Millennia 10-inch Bread Knife

Ah, what a knife!

Razor-sharp, yet precise – Deep, pointed serrations grip rather than tear, ensuring each slice is clean and effortless.

Long, sturdy, and resolute – No half-hearted bending or wavering like a nervous debutante.

A handle of pure genius – Marvelously grippy, secure in the hand, and does not slip about like a wet fish, which, I think we can all agree, is a fairly crucial detail when wielding something with teeth.

And Then, the Crowning Jewel… The Price!

A Final Thought

If you're tired of squashed sourdough, hacking at loaves like a lumberjack, or craving clean, effortless slices, do yourself a favor and get this knife.

Now Then, Shall We Celebrate?

Go on, get yourself this knife, grab a fresh loaf of sourdough, and revel in the pure, unadulterated joy of slicing like an absolute pro.

Now, shall I put the kettle on?