I've always debated whether I needed one or not. A lighter 7" santoku blade at half the width and weight has been my go-to favorite for veggies, but I did a bunch of research on a full-sized cleaver.
Settled on a German high carbon steel cleaver knife by Cutluxe. Price was only $40 on Amazon. I put it in my "save for later" list and moved on. My wife saw it and now I own one. It has become my new favorite knife!
Great ergonomics and fit. I go through about 3 bulbs of garlic a week and they are no match for this baby. Piecing a boneless Costco ham was effortless. Hard veggies like big carrots just melt under the weight of the knife, yet it doesn't feel heavy.
It is carbon steel so it will discolor with time and use. Food-grade mineral oil and drying immediately after washing will help keep the finish.
Great packaging, too. I keep it in there with a microfiber rag for applying the oil. Fun and useful gift.
Settled on a German high carbon steel cleaver knife by Cutluxe. Price was only $40 on Amazon. I put it in my "save for later" list and moved on. My wife saw it and now I own one. It has become my new favorite knife!
Great ergonomics and fit. I go through about 3 bulbs of garlic a week and they are no match for this baby. Piecing a boneless Costco ham was effortless. Hard veggies like big carrots just melt under the weight of the knife, yet it doesn't feel heavy.
It is carbon steel so it will discolor with time and use. Food-grade mineral oil and drying immediately after washing will help keep the finish.
Great packaging, too. I keep it in there with a microfiber rag for applying the oil. Fun and useful gift.