Metcalfe RET300 Retro Flywheel Slicer 300mm

The Metcalfe RET300 is a hand-operated flywheel slicer built in the traditional vertical style, constructed from aluminium and stainless steel with a red enamel finish as standard. It is designed specifically for slicing cured meats, cold cuts, and charcuterie, and is as much a display piece as it is a working tool. The flywheel mechanism co-ordinates the movement of the meat table and blade in a single, geared action, so the product moves automatically towards the blade as the wheel turns — giving the operator consistent control over each slice.

In practice, this type of slicer is most at home in environments where slicing is done to order in front of customers — delis, artisan food shops, restaurants with a charcuterie offering, or hotel dining rooms. It is not a high-throughput production slicer; it is a precision instrument for lower-volume, presentation-led slicing where the process itself is part of the experience. The balanced chrome-plated blade allows for very fine, accurate cuts with minimal waste, which matters when working with high-value cured meats.

From an operational standpoint, the RET300 offers a number of practical advantages:

• Double sliding plate with lockable grip holds product firmly for consistent slice thickness
• Generous clearance between blade and head simplifies cleaning and reduces food trap points
• Fully geared mechanism removes the need for the operator to manage blade-to-product contact manually
• Red enamel finish is hardwearing and available in alternative colours on special order

Installation requirements are straightforward — this is a freestanding, manually operated unit with no electrical or water connections needed. It does carry meaningful weight, so a stable, level surface is important. A matching pedestal stand is available separately and is worth considering for both ergonomics and presentation if the slicer will be used front-of-house. The unit is not suited to continuous high-volume slicing, and operators processing large quantities daily would be better served by a motorised slicer.

The RET300 suits delis, specialist food retailers, charcuterie counters, and any front-of-house setting where the craft element of slicing adds value to the customer experience. For back-of-house or production environments where throughput is the priority, a motorised alternative would be the more practical choice.

If you are weighing up whether this style of slicer is right for your operation, or have questions about how it fits alongside your existing equipment, our team is happy to help you think it through.