Butcher Knife vs. Cleaver: Which Should I Buy?

Butcher Knife vs. Cleaver: Which Should I Buy?

A cleaver may come to mind when you think of a butcher knife, but the two styles are different. Not sure which you need? We broke it down for you.

Which Chinese cleaver would be more practical? I'm interested in the more curved one, but the flat blade seems to be more common. : r/chefknives

This heavy-duty Lamson Pro Walnut Handle Meat Cleaver is primarily used for cutting through thin or soft bones and used in preparation of hard vegetables such as squash and more. The walnut handle features a mineral oil finish providing a comfortable non-slip grip secured with brass rivets. Constructed of hardened and tempered high-carbon stainless steel.

Lamson 7.25 Meat Cleaver Walnut

The Nakiri is an absolute workhorse when heavy-duty prep work is on the table.Often referred to as a Japanese vegetable knife, the Nakiri is the perfect blend of the versatility of a chef knife and the blunt shape of a cleaver. The square shape and straight edge make it ideal for chopping cumbersome vegetables when the rocking motion of a chef knife won’t do. Use it to quickly work through sweet potatoes, butternut squash, or large zucchini.

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Cai Dao! Do you recognize any and what's your favorite Chinese chef's knife? : r/chefknives

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This 5 high-carbon steel Choppa Cleaver Knife is precisely crafted for strength and sharpness. The blade is durable enough to cut through hard meats,

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