The Dexter 16390 Traditional™ (S8698SQ) 8" x 3" Hamburger Turner with square corners is a professional-grade foodservice tool designed for high-performance meat and sandwich preparation. Featuring a stiff, offset stainless steel blade, this Turner provides superior durability and balance for commercial kitchens. Its 8-inch blade length and 3-inch width facilitate precise handling of burgers and similar products. The rosewood handle ensures ergonomic comfort and longevity, making it ideal for restaurant, catering, and institutional food operations. Constructed in the USA, this Turner combines technical precision with functional design for demanding environments.
Top Dexter 16390 Traditional™ (S8698SQ) Features
The Dexter 16390 Traditional™ Turner is engineered for commercial kitchen use, combining a stiff, stainless steel offset blade with a rosewood handle for precise grip and durability. Its square corners allow reliable lifting and flipping of food items, minimizing tearing and maximizing presentation. Designed for moderate to high-volume foodservice workflows, this utensil enhances efficiency in burger stations, prep lines, and deli counters by providing optimal leverage and clean transfer capabilities.
- Superior food manipulation: 8" stainless steel blade with square corners for precise handling
- Enhanced durability: Stiff, corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction
- Ergonomic design: Rosewood handle offers comfort and durability during extended use
- Ease of maintenance: Stainless steel surface simplifies cleaning and sanitization
- Optimized workflow integration: Offset blade facilitates effortless flipping on busy prep lines
Ideal for high-volume burger stations and sandwich prep areas requiring precision and durability in a single utensil
Dexter 16390 Technical Specs
The Dexter 16390 Traditional™ Turner features a robust 8" stainless steel blade and a 3" wide profile, with a total width of 15 inches and a height of 0.62 inches. The handle, made from high-quality rosewood, complements the lightweight design of 0.52 lbs, supporting fatigue-free handling during extensive use. Designed in the USA, it withstands typical foodservice temperatures and is compatible with standard cleaning routines involving detergents and sanitizing agents. Its construction ensures long-lasting performance in intense culinary environments, making it suitable for burrito and burger establishments, catering, and institutional kitchens. The utensil’s square corners enable precise food placement, while the offset blade improves leverage during flipping and lifting tasks. No electrical requirements are involved, and the product is non-refrigerated, with a freight class of 70 for shipping efficiency.
- Handle Material: Rosewood for durability and comfort
- Blade Length and Width: 8" x 3" stainless steel blade
- Dimensions: 15" width; 0.62" height; 3.87" depth
- Weight: 0.52 lbs, lightweight for ease of handling
- Construction: Stainless steel blade with wooden handle suitable for high heat
- Cleaning: Dishwasher-safe after disassembly, compatible with common sanitation routines
Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
Food Safety: Metal and wood materials safe for commercial kitchen sanitation
Maximum Operating Temperature: Suitable for contact with hot surfaces and food products
Shipping Class: 70, typical for lightweight utensils
What is a commercial hamburger turner?
A commercial hamburger turner is a high-grade kitchen utensil designed for flipping and lifting burgers, sandwiches, and similar foods in professional kitchen environments. The Dexter 16390 Traditional™ (S8698SQ) features an offset stainless steel blade with square corners, allowing precise food handling in high-volume settings such as restaurants and delis. Its ergonomic rosewood handle and stainless steel construction make it suitable for consistent use in busy foodservice operations, ensuring durability, easy cleaning, and efficient workflow management for moderate to high-volume food production.
Top Commercial Turners for Foodservice Operations
The Dexter 16390 Traditional™ (S8698SQ) provides a reliable, restaurant-ready solution for professional kitchens requiring durable and precise turning tools. Its high-quality stainless steel blade and ergonomic handle facilitate efficient food prep and presentation, making it ideal for mid-volume burger and sandwich stations in diverse foodservice settings.
- Operation in high-capacity kitchens for medium throughput
- Suitable for compact commercial spaces with ergonomic handling
- Designed for meat, sandwich, and deli food prep applications
- Ideal for restaurants, catering, and institutional use
- Supports efficient workflow in moderate workload environments
Why Choose Dexter 16390 Traditional™ (S8698SQ) ?
Dexter Russell’s 16390 Traditional™ hamburger turner stands out with its stainless steel offset blade and rosewood handle, offering superior durability and ergonomic comfort. Its square corners facilitate precise food transfer, and the sturdy construction ensures long-term reliability in demanding foodservice environments. Designed for consistent performance, it enhances kitchen efficiency by simplifying flipping and lifting functions, reducing fatigue, and supporting hygienic cleaning routines.
- Made in the USA with high-quality stainless steel and wood
- Square corners optimize handling of delicate or rounded foods
- Offset blade improves leverage and reduces wrist strain
- Lightweight yet sturdy for extended use in fast-paced kitchens
- Perfect fit for moderate to high-volume burger stations
