The Dexter Russell S5288 Traditional™ (8230) Cleaver 8" Stain-free is a professional-grade butchery tool designed for high-demand foodservice environments. Crafted with high-carbon stainless steel, this durable cleaver delivers superior edge retention and corrosion resistance. Its 8-inch blade offers optimal weight and balance for precise butchering, while the stain-free surface simplifies maintenance. The rosewood handle provides an ergonomic grip, ensuring safe handling during heavy-duty tasks. Made in the USA, this cleaver is ideal for commercial kitchens requiring reliable meat processing and portioning equipment.
Top Dexter Russell S5288 Features
The Dexter Russell S5288 Traditional™ (8230) Cleaver is tailored for commercial foodservice operators needing a robust, easy-to-maintain meat cutter. Featuring a high-carbon steel blade with stain-free properties, it ensures longevity and high performance. The 8-inch blade enhances leverage for butchering, while the rosewood handle provides comfort during extended use. Designed for efficient, precise cutting, this heavy-duty cleaver is suitable for butcher shops, meat processing plants, and restaurant kitchens. Its technical specifications support high-volume chopping tasks, making it a reliable addition to professional culinary workflows.
- Blade Length: 8 inches for balanced meat cutting
- Material: High-carbon stainless steel for edge retention and stain resistance
- Handle: Durable rosewood with ergonomic grip
- Construction: Heavy-duty, commercially forged for longevity
- Ease of Maintenance: Stain-free surface simplifies cleaning and sanitation
Designed for commercial butcheries and food processing operations requiring durable, high-performance cleavers
Model S5288 Technical Specs
The Dexter Russell S5288 features a precisely engineered 8-inch high-carbon stainless steel blade renowned for corrosion resistance and long-lasting sharpness. The cleaver's dimensions measure 13.5 inches in width, 5.37 inches in depth, and 0.68 inches in height, with a weight of 2.5 pounds for optimal balance and force application. Its handle, composed of resilient rosewood, offers an ergonomic grip suitable for prolonged use. This model is made in the USA and complies with industry standards for commercial cutlery, designed for meat processing tasks that require robust cutting power and ease of cleaning. The blade's construction facilitates efficient, safe operation in high-throughput kitchens, with minimal maintenance requirements.
- Handle Material: Rosewood for durability and comfort
- Blade Material: High-carbon stainless steel for edge retention
- Dimensions: 13.5" width x 5.37" depth x 0.68" height
- Weight: 2.5 lbs for balanced handling
- Made in USA: Yes, ensuring quality craftsmanship
What is a commercial cleaver
A commercial cleaver is a heavy-duty kitchen knife designed for precise, forceful cutting and sectioning of large meat portions in professional food establishments. The Dexter Russell S5288 cleaver features an 8-inch high-carbon stainless steel blade, optimized for heavy chopping and slicing tasks in butcheries and restaurants. Its stain-free, corrosion-resistant surface ensures consistent performance under rigorous sanitation routines. This tool is typically installed in high-volume kitchens, used for portioning carcasses and preparing proteins, making it well-suited for meat processing operations and restaurant-grade culinary workflows.
Top high-performance cleaver for meat processing in hospitality settings
Built with high-carbon steel and a stain-free blade, the Dexter Russell S5288 ensures reliable cutting performance in commercial kitchens. This heavy-duty cleaver is suited for meat butchering and food prep operations with moderate throughput levels, supporting professional culinary workflows in butcheries and restaurant kitchens. The S5288 model from Dexter Russell enhances operational efficiency with its durable design and ergonomic rosewood handle.
- Medium-volume meat preparation for butcher shops and foodservice
- Designed for commercial kitchens prioritizing durability and performance
- Ideal for high-demand meat processing tasks in hospitality environments
- Suitable for mid-volume restaurant and catering operations
- Supports efficient workflow with heavy-duty construction
Why Choose Dexter Russell S5288
Why choose the Dexter Russell S5288 Traditional™ cleaver over other commercial cutlery options? Its forged high-carbon stainless steel blade ensures superior edge retention and corrosion resistance compared to standard stainless counterparts. The stain-free surface simplifies cleaning, promoting better sanitation. Its 8-inch blade offers excellent leverage for heavy-duty work, while the ergonomic rosewood handle enhances comfort and safety during extended use. Designed and manufactured in the USA, this cleaver provides dependable, restaurant-ready performance for professional kitchens seeking durable, precise meat-cutting tools.
- Self-contained construction reduces external parts and maintenance needs
- Extended blade life through high-carbon stainless steel material
- Enhanced sanitation with stain-free, corrosion-resistant surface
- Balanced weight ensures powerful, controlled cuts
- Ideal for restaurant-grade meat processing and butcheries
