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Cut through large, thick cuts of meat without the hassle with this Wusthof Classic cleaver. Constructed of high-carbon stainless steel, the blade of this cleaver is 30% more sharp than average knives, making it easy to cut through tough cuts of meat and bones. The full tang, triple riveted polypropylene handle is comfortable to use, and is evenly balanced. The blade also features an "eye" for easy storage. Best of all, this cleaver is backed by a manufacturer's lifetime warranty.
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A heavy cleaver is an extremely useful kitchen tool for splitting poultry, disjointing meat, and cutting through rib bones with utmost efficiency. This exemplary 6-inch model, best for moderately heavy bones, provides hefty weight and sufficient blade length to cut through bone and cartilage with ease. If you find yourself sawing at joints to section poultry or repeatedly hacking spareribs to separate or cube the bones, then this model is for you. Beautifully balanced, this cleaver has a comfortably long handle plus a blade "eye" for hanging when it's not in use.
Part of the Classic series, this cleaver represents two centuries of unexcelled Wüsthof craftsmanship. Like other cutlery in the series, it's hand-forged from a single piece of stainless steel for maximum strength; the hand-polished blade is exactingly calibrated to be hard enough to resist dulling yet soft enough to take a keen edge when it's honed or sharpened. Dishwasher-safe and with a traditionally shaped, ergonomically designed handle that is triple-riveted for durability, this cleaver brings a guaranteed lifetime of low-maintenance cutting to its owners. --Arthur Boehm
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2024
The WÜSTHOF Classic 6" Cleaver Knife is an outstanding addition to any kitchen, especially for those who frequently work with poultry, pork, and beef. This cleaver stands out not only for its formidable appearance but also for its surprisingly lightweight design. Despite its sturdy build, it’s easy to handle, making even the toughest tasks feel less daunting.One of the most impressive features of this cleaver is how well it retains its sharp edge. Crafted from WÜSTHOF's high-carbon stainless steel, the blade remains razor-sharp through extensive use, requiring very little maintenance. This means you can confidently chop through bones, sinew, and thick cuts of meat without worrying about dulling the blade too quickly. The edge retention is excellent, ensuring that the knife is always ready for the next task.It effortlessly cuts through chicken bones, chops ribs, and slices through thick cuts of beef with precision and control. The weight distribution is perfect, giving you the power needed to tackle tough cuts without feeling overly heavy in your hand. This balance between power and lightweight design makes it a versatile tool for a variety of kitchen tasks.
Darrell Glenn
Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2022
The knife have metal shavings on it like someone forgot to sharpen it and then did a horrible job it was fairly dull and when told about it was offered 15$ or to return it. I do not trust this seller and no one should horrible care go somewhere else better!
Lisa R Amiano/Chef Wife
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2021
My husband (a chef) loves using cleavers nit inky fir meat but for regular slicing and dicing. He’s pleased with the size and weight of the knife as I guess this is important for some (he likes a heavier knife). Only issue I have is the knife pictured is a bit different than the one we received but found out it is due to Wustof changing the design on the handle. This does not detract from the overall quality of the knife at all...
Robert A. Carey
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2021
Wustoff makes good knives, and this is one of their Classic series. It’s a good meat cleaver.
Juleneebrown
Reviewed in Canada on April 8, 2021
Fantastic product!! Got this for my mother for Christmas and she absolutely loves it!
Customer
Reviewed in Australia on August 17, 2020
A bit pricey but excellent quality
Filipe Pereira
Reviewed in Germany on October 7, 2020
I do love it and even love the fact it was sharpened a bit which isn't that common with cleavers.The only thing that didn't go perfect was that the blade could've been properly finished on the sharpening as it came with an annoying burr that stood out as soon as I washed and how fast it started pulling on the cloth I used to clean it.I'll need to work it out when I have a bit with a stone and a strop, but even without those, it was good and ready to go as it arrived.
cuisine
Reviewed in France on July 1, 2018
Excellent article , j adore cet instrument ,la qualité allemande est au rendez vous , achat sans regret , le prix n 'est pas donné mais la qualité est la
G. Ainsworth
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2017
The Wusthof 6" Cleaver is an exceptional blade. It is also a blade designed for axe-like chopping through heavy muscle and bone, it is not the intended for knife-like cutting. Very sharp blades tend to dull very quickly when chopping, which is why cleavers are supposed to have an axe-like edge. The cleaver has an especially tough edge meant to withstand repeated blows directly into thick meat and dense cartilage and bone.Wüsthof does NOT make a set specific cleaver for any of their premium cutlery collections, with the exception of the Grand Prix II (4675). The 4680 and 4685 cleavers are forged in Germany from one solid piece of Chromium-Molybdenum-Vanadium steel alloy. They also match my Classic and Classic Ikon knives very well.*Note: Some people commented about getting a Gourmet Cleaver (4688). That is NOT a cleaver, that is a stamped, stainless steel Chinese Chef's knife; there is no cleaver in the Gourmet line. It looks very much like a cleaver, but it is designed for slicing vegetables, not chopping through meat and bone. If it isn't a 4680, 4685 or 4675, then it isn't a Wüsthof cleaver. (Confirmed with Wüsthof USA.)
Del
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 11, 2014
Love all our Wusthof knives. This was the obvious addition to our collection. Only small gripe. The red Wusthof label falls off after a few months of cleaning. You might as well be able to keep the designer label at this price!
richard
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2014
This is a great christmas Gift. My daughter-in-law is a great cook, and had a cleaver on her Christmas wish list. I looked at several, and like the curve in the blade and balance. It's much nicer than my old handmade meat cleaver. More importantly, though, it's a great gift, opening the opportunity for a ton of jokes about finding a "hatchet" under the tree.
Angie Kavaloski
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2013
Love this cleaver - making Jerk BBQ is much easier with this tool - it chops through bones with ease. Wish more knife blocks had ways to store this tool, or a knife-guard was provided, but that doesn't detract from the usefulness of this kitchen tool.
Dan
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2011
It's a great addition to any chef's knife set. There are three major draw backs though. First, you may not always find a use for it, so it may sit in your case gathering dust. Secondly, the handle can be tough to get used to. I am used to holding any knife higher up on the handle for better control, but you have to hold lower on the handle with this cleaver or it will tear up your hands while you're cleaving. The third is how different of a honing technique this has than any other Wusthof blade. Other blades are usually held at a sharper angle when honing, but the cleaver is held at a much steeper angle. It takes some getting used to, but after a while it's easy to remember and easy to keep in shape. Other than that it is great. It guts through light bones quite easily, once you get down the different honing technique it stays extremely sharp, and it makes loads of cutting so much easier.
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