Dexter Russell

Dexter Russell 5387 Traditional 7" High Carbon Steel Cleaver

$58.73 ~~Sale price$78.30you save $19.57~~

Key Features:

High-Carbon Steel Blade: Individually ground and hand honed to the ultimate edge, delivering exceptional sharpness for demanding professional use
Superior Blade Shape: Optimized geometry designed for easier slicing through beef, lamb, pork, poultry, fish, and bones, including dense cartilage and tough cuts
Unique Edge Geometry: Engineered for long-lasting edge retention with easily restored performance every time it is sharpened
Polished Rosewood Handle: Formed for comfort and functionality, offering a natural hardwood look with excellent grip and slip resistance during heavy-duty use
Large Brass Compression Rivets: Securely fasten the blade to the handle for a durable, professional-grade construction that stands up to repeated, high-force chopping
Dimensions: 7" blade length, 6" handle length, 13" overall length, weighing approximately 1 lb 7.1 oz for balanced control
cUL Approved: Meets commercial kitchen safety standards, making it suitable for professional foodservice environments
Limited Lifetime Warranty: Backed by Dexter Russell's lifetime warranty against defects in material and workmanship
American Heritage: Assembled in the USA by Dexter Russell, a manufacturer with a cutlery legacy dating back to 1818

Dexter Russell 5387 Traditional 7" High Carbon Steel Cleaver

$58.73~~$78.30~~

Detailed Description

The Dexter Russell Traditional 5387 is a 7-inch high carbon steel cleaver built for serious butchery work, capable of handling beef, pork, lamb, poultry, fish, and dense cartilage with ease. Individually ground and hand honed to a razor-sharp edge, its unique edge geometry delivers long-lasting performance that is easily restored with every sharpening. The polished rosewood handle, secured with large brass compression rivets, provides a comfortable and secure grip during heavy-duty chopping. Part of Dexter Russell's iconic Traditional line that has been trusted by food professionals since 1818, this cleaver is assembled in the United States. Note that the high-carbon steel blade requires hand washing, drying, and periodic oiling to prevent rust and staining.

Product Details

High Carbon Steel Blade

Individually ground and honed to the ultimate edge, secured with large brass compression rivets.

Traditional Craftsmanship Since 1818

Part of Dexter Russell's legendary Traditional line, made in the USA with polished rosewood handles.

Unique Edge Geometry

Precision edge design delivers long-lasting performance that is easily restored every time it is sharpened.

Dexter Russell Traditional 7-inch high carbon steel cleaver with polished rosewood handle and brass rivets

Built for Serious Cutting Tasks

The Dexter Russell Traditional 7" Cleaver is engineered to handle the most demanding prep work in any kitchen. Its superior blade shape and hand-honed edge make short work of thick cuts, dense cartilage, and more.

7" high carbon steel blade with superior shape for easier slicing
Formed polished rosewood handle for comfort and natural grip
Large brass compression rivets firmly secure blade to handle
13" overall length; weighs approximately 1 lb 7.1 oz

Key Specifications

Blade Length7 Inches

Handle Length6 Inches

Overall Length13 Inches

WarrantyLimited Lifetime Against Defects

Blade MaterialHigh Carbon Steel

Country of OriginMade in USA

Ideal For

Beef & pork butchering Poultry breakdown Fish prep Bone and cartilage cutting Professional kitchens Home butchers

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Why You'll Love It

The Dexter Russell Traditional 7" High Carbon Steel Cleaver combines over 200 years of American knife-making expertise with time-proven materials and construction for a cleaver that performs at a professional level.

Perfect for professional chefs, butchers, and serious home cooks who need a reliable, heavy-duty cleaver.
The hand-honed high carbon steel blade with unique edge geometry stays sharp longer and resharpens easily.
Pair with a proper end-grain cutting board and mineral oil blade care to extend the life of this investment tool.

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Specifications

Model Number	5387 / 08070
Knife Type	Cleaver
Blade Length	7"
Handle Length	6"
Overall Length	13"
Weight	1 lb 7.1 oz
Blade Material	High Carbon Steel
Handle Material	Polished Rosewood
Rivets	Large Brass Compression Rivets
Series / Pattern	Traditional
Country of Origin	United States
UPC	092187080708
CUL Approved	Yes
Warranty	Limited Lifetime Warranty Against Defects in Material and Workmanship
Brand	Dexter Russell