Dexter Russell 012G-8BU 8 Inch High-carbon Steel Butcher Knife Beech Handle

The Dexter Russell 012G-8BU Traditional™ (4691) Butcher Knife is a professional-grade culinary tool designed for precise meat fabrication and butchering tasks. Featuring an 8-inch straight blade crafted from high-carbon steel, this knife delivers exceptional sharpness and edge retention essential for high-volume butcher operations and commercial kitchens. Its formed construction ensures durability and consistent performance, while the beech handle provides a secure grip suitable for rigorous use. Engineered for robustness, the 012G-8BU withstands demanding culinary environments, making it an essential instrument for precise cutting, trimming, and portioning in meat processing facilities and professional butcheries.

Top Dexter Russell 012G-8BU Features

The Dexter Russell 012G-8BU butcher knife offers a high-carbon steel blade for superior edge longevity, designed to withstand frequent sharpening cycles in busy kitchens. Its formed blade construction enhances durability and ease of maintenance, while the beech handle ensures a secure grip during detailed meat dissection. Ideal for commercial foodservice applications, this knife facilitates precise cuts and efficient workflow integration in butcher shops and large-scale culinary operations.

• High-carbon steel blade for exceptional edge retention and durability
• Formed construction enhances strength and ease of cleaning
• Beech handle provides a secure, ergonomic grip for extended use
• Precisely sized 8-inch blade for versatile meat processing tasks
• Designed for intensive daily use in commercial butcheries and prep stations

Best suited for professional butchering and meat processing environments requiring precise, durable cutting tools.

Dexter Russell 012G-8BU Technical Specs

The Dexter Russell 012G-8BU butcher knife features an 8-inch high-carbon steel blade with a straight edge, offering optimal sharpness and edge retention for demanding meat cutting applications. Its formed design provides structural integrity compatible with heavy-duty daily use in commercial kitchens and butcher shops. The beech handle ensures a comfortable, slip-resistant grip, supporting safe and precise handling. Constructed with high-quality materials, this knife weighs 0.36 lbs, and measures 12.25 inches in width, 4.93 inches in depth, and 0.27 inches in height. Its robust build and aging-resistant finish make it ideal for high-volume culinary workflows, while its straightforward maintenance facilitates quick cleaning and sharpening routines.

• Blade Length: 8 inches – suitable for versatile carving and butchering
• Material: High-carbon steel for durability in rigorous use
• Handle Material: Beech wood ensuring secure grip and longevity
• Construction: Formed blade for consistent performance and ease of cleaning
• Dimensions: 12.25 x 4.93 x 0.27 inches, weight 0.36 lbs
• Certification: Proposition 65 compliant
• Usage Environment: Designed for professional meat processing and large-scale kitchens

Electrical Requirements: Not applicable

Construction & Finish: Durable formed steel, natural beech handle with finish suitable for heavy daily use

Cleaning & Maintenance: Hand wash recommended, minimal disassembly needed for upkeep

Operational Range: Suitable for standard kitchen temperatures, safe for cutting raw meats

Food Safety: Made from food-safe, easy-to-clean materials with no harmful coatings

What is a commercial butcher knife?

A commercial butcher knife is a precision-cutting tool designed for heavy-duty meat processing and fabrication tasks in professional kitchens and butcher shops. The Dexter Russell 012G-8BU features an 8-inch high-carbon steel blade with a formed construction and beech handle, optimized for demanding culinary environments. Installed in large-scale meat preparation stations and butcheries, it provides exceptional edge retention, ease of maintenance, and durability, making it suitable for consistent, high-volume use in foodservice settings where precise, efficient cuts are required.

Top Butcher Knife for Commercial Foodservice Operations

A high-quality commercial butcher knife built for precise meat fabrication, the Dexter Russell 012G-8BU offers durability, sharpness, and ergonomic handling, ideal for professional butcher shops and large-scale culinary operations requiring consistent, reliable performance in meat cutting workflows.

• Heavy-duty cutting tool suitable for moderate throughput kitchens
• Designed for durable use and longevity in commercial environments
• Perfect for meat processing and trimming applications
• Optimized for large-volume foodservice facilities
• Supports efficient workflow and repetitive cutting tasks

Why Choose Dexter Russell 012G-8BU?

Why Choose the Dexter Russell 012G-8BU butcher knife over other commercial knives? Its high-carbon steel blade ensures superior edge retention and durability, while the formed construction enhances longevity and ease of cleaning. The beech handle offers ergonomic comfort during extended use. Overall, it excels in demanding meat fabrication environments, providing reliability, precise cuts, and a robust build that standard models lack.

• Full-tang construction enhances overall strength and durability
• Compact footprint ideal for space-constrained kitchens
• High-carbon steel improves edge sharpness and lifespan
• Formed blade design supports easy maintenance and hygiene
• Designed for restaurant-ready, heavy-duty performance