{"product_id":"w-sthof-gourmet-cleaver-16cm","title":"Wüsthof Gourmet Cleaver 16cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Wüsthof Gourmet Cleaver is a mid-weight butcher's cleaver designed for portioning and breaking down meat, poultry, and dense cuts in a professional kitchen environment. The blade is laser-cut from a single piece of stainless steel and finished across 35 manufacturing stages, producing a consistent edge geometry that holds up well under repeated daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn practice, this cleaver sits comfortably in the lighter end of the professional cleaver range. It is well suited to prep cooks handling poultry jointing, rib separation, and general meat portioning work rather than heavy-duty bone splitting on large carcasses. The balance between blade weight and handle ergonomics means it can be used through extended prep sessions without placing unnecessary strain on the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOperationally, the Gourmet series offers a number of practical advantages for busy kitchen brigades:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple-riveted handle provides a secure grip in wet or greasy conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher-safe construction supports kitchen hygiene protocols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaser-cut blade geometry delivers consistent edge retention across regular use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight relative to comparable cleavers, reducing fatigue during extended prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack composite handle resists staining and is straightforward to clean by hand or machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are no specialist installation considerations — this is a hand tool requiring only appropriate knife storage. A magnetic strip or block is preferable to loose drawer storage to preserve the edge and protect staff handling it during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cleaver is a practical choice for smaller catering operations, hotel kitchens, and restaurant prep sections that handle moderate volumes of meat jointing. For sites running high-throughput butchery or heavy carcass work, a heavier professional cleaver with greater blade mass may be more appropriate for the task.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are equipping a new kitchen section or building out a knife roll and want to discuss which options suit your prep volumes, the team is happy to help you choose correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wusthof","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58199049929086,"sku":"FE199","price":79.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/files\/fe199_upd25-1.jpg?v=1791829534","url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/products\/w-sthof-gourmet-cleaver-16cm","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}