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This is a vegetable slicer.
This CCK Small cleaver was used and recommended in Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Magazine and sales have gone way up as a result. A small Chinese chef’s knife is called a Sangdao and is a great cleaver at an even greater price. It is made from carbon steel with a tough kurouchi finish. It requires extra care to keep from rusting, so it is vital to keep it clean and dry between uses.
The CCK Small Cleaver is our best selling cleaver at CKTG. It is a wonderful introduction to the world of Chinese chef knives. The blade is quite thin for a knife of this type and has a very sharp edge. There is a very slight belly to the edge profile which reduces the chance of the end sticking into the cutting board.
Sangdao are the perfect knives to quickly and precisely chop, julienne, and slice meats and vegetables, but it will not cut any bones...so please don’t try!
This is a great choice for those wanting their first cleaver or for chefs who are looking for a workhorse for vegetable prep.Weight: 8.8 ounces
Blade Length: 209.5 mm (8.25")
Overall Length: 315 mm (12.5")
Thickness at Heel: 2.9 mm
Blade Height: 88.5 mm (3.48")
This CCK Small cleaver was used and recommended in Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Magazine and sales have gone way up as a result. A small Chinese chef’s knife is called a Sangdao and is a great cleaver at an even greater price. It is made from carbon steel with a tough kurouchi finish. It requires extra care to keep from rusting, so it is vital to keep it clean and dry between uses.
The CCK Small Cleaver is our best selling cleaver at CKTG. It is a wonderful introduction to the world of Chinese chef knives. The blade is quite thin for a knife of this type and has a very sharp edge. There is a very slight belly to the edge profile which reduces the chance of the end sticking into the cutting board.
Sangdao are the perfect knives to quickly and precisely chop, julienne, and slice meats and vegetables, but it will not cut any bones...so please don’t try!
This is a great choice for those wanting their first cleaver or for chefs who are looking for a workhorse for vegetable prep.
Product Reviews
Yes, it lives up to the hype., February 28, 2021Posted By: Broc H - verified customer
I would pay $120 for this and still feel like I got a deal. Its the first knife i have been able to push cut paper other than my Aogami super. Awesome on the line, awesome during prep. Overall badass blade.
pros: light, dont have to worry about it as much as I do expensive knives, easy and fun to sharpen.
cons: can easily torque weird and possibly bend or chip, water gets trapped under metal ferul thingy.
I would pay $120 for this and still feel like I got a deal. Its the first knife i have been able to push cut paper other than my Aogami super. Awesome on the line, awesome during prep. Overall badass blade.
pros: light, dont have to worry about it as much as I do expensive knives, easy and fun to sharpen.
cons: can easily torque weird and possibly bend or chip, water gets trapped under metal ferul thingy.
Just what I was looking for., February 27, 2021 Wicked sharp, February 18, 2021Posted By: AA - verified customer
Holy cow! This thing is wicked sharp right out of the box. Maintains the edge well. Surprisingly nimble for a cutting instrument this size. Does it all well, from slicing garlic paper-thin to cutting through carrots and boneless meats with ease. Thought it was pricey but the results convinced me otherwise.
Holy cow! This thing is wicked sharp right out of the box. Maintains the edge well. Surprisingly nimble for a cutting instrument this size. Does it all well, from slicing garlic paper-thin to cutting through carrots and boneless meats with ease. Thought it was pricey but the results convinced me otherwise.
Sometimes price isn’t an indicator of quality, February 11, 2021Posted By: Jared Ciccio - verified customer
I bought a sugimoto #6 cleaver months ago and while it is undeniably a great knife I felt as though it was too thick for my purposes at work. So I went out and bought 3 more cleavers hoping to find one that could rip through bag after bag of onions and then also cut herbs delicately. The cck small cleaver I bought here surpassed my expectations in many ways. The grind is fantastic, it takes a screaming sharp edge, it holds an edge for a reasonable amount of time, and most importantly for me commercially it doesn’t tend to want to discolor foods like some carbon steel knives tend to do. I will be purchasing the large as well when I have the money to do so. For commercial cooking purposes I’m not sure that this cleaver has an equal in terms of price to utility. I haven’t used my sugimoto again since I picked this one up and the sugimoto cost 4 times what the cck did!
I bought a sugimoto #6 cleaver months ago and while it is undeniably a great knife I felt as though it was too thick for my purposes at work. So I went out and bought 3 more cleavers hoping to find one that could rip through bag after bag of onions and then also cut herbs delicately. The cck small cleaver I bought here surpassed my expectations in many ways. The grind is fantastic, it takes a screaming sharp edge, it holds an edge for a reasonable amount of time, and most importantly for me commercially it doesn’t tend to want to discolor foods like some carbon steel knives tend to do. I will be purchasing the large as well when I have the money to do so. For commercial cooking purposes I’m not sure that this cleaver has an equal in terms of price to utility. I haven’t used my sugimoto again since I picked this one up and the sugimoto cost 4 times what the cck did!
Until she tried it...., February 5, 2021Posted By: Tom
This is my first vegetable cleaver. I probably bought it mostly as a COVID lockdown boredom purchase. But now I love it. It is, as advertised, very sharp and efficient. When you chop a handful of pepper strips or green beans, you never end up with that string of pearls outcome where the pieces are still connected. I've read the reviews that the blade is lacquered when shipped and s even sharper when that's removed and resharpened. Haven't done that yet. My wife thought it was a waste of money. Until she tried it.
This is my first vegetable cleaver. I probably bought it mostly as a COVID lockdown boredom purchase. But now I love it. It is, as advertised, very sharp and efficient. When you chop a handful of pepper strips or green beans, you never end up with that string of pearls outcome where the pieces are still connected. I've read the reviews that the blade is lacquered when shipped and s even sharper when that's removed and resharpened. Haven't done that yet. My wife thought it was a waste of money. Until she tried it.
Remarkable Versatility, February 5, 2021Posted By: d-rap
I still love my gyutos, but this cleaver could be my only all purpose knife. Takes an extremely sharp edge and does everything well except high rocking. Surprisingly comfortable in hand and good-looking for such an affordable blade. Extremely thin, but tall, heavy and stiff enough to cut with authority. Easy to see why millions of chefs and home cooks rely on this knife. Y
I still love my gyutos, but this cleaver could be my only all purpose knife. Takes an extremely sharp edge and does everything well except high rocking. Surprisingly comfortable in hand and good-looking for such an affordable blade. Extremely thin, but tall, heavy and stiff enough to cut with authority. Easy to see why millions of chefs and home cooks rely on this knife. Y
Great Cleaver, February 5, 2021Posted By: Jong
Overall this is a great cleaver. The blade is very thin so it is an amazing slicer and is very nimble. I don't believe that it affects the performance at all but it has a stick tang. The handle is secured to the cleaver by folding the tang over the "end" of the handle. This looks a bit strange to me as you see an exposed folded over tang at the end of the handle. I'm sure the connection is fine mechanically just a bit less than appealing visually. This is my favorite cleaver compared to the other ones that I have owned which have had thicker profile blades which made them wedge the food more than slice them. This is also much lighter which I appreciate.
Overall this is a great cleaver. The blade is very thin so it is an amazing slicer and is very nimble. I don't believe that it affects the performance at all but it has a stick tang. The handle is secured to the cleaver by folding the tang over the "end" of the handle. This looks a bit strange to me as you see an exposed folded over tang at the end of the handle. I'm sure the connection is fine mechanically just a bit less than appealing visually. This is my favorite cleaver compared to the other ones that I have owned which have had thicker profile blades which made them wedge the food more than slice them. This is also much lighter which I appreciate.
Excellent product and customer service, February 5, 2021 Works as advertised, February 1, 2021Posted By: TOM - verified customer
This is my first vegetable cleaver. I probably bought it mostly as a COVID lockdown boredom purchase. But now I love it. It is, as advertised, very sharp and efficient. When you chop a handful of pepper strips or green beans, you never end up with that string of pearls outcome where the pieces are still connected. I've read the reviews that the blade is lacquered when shipped and s even sharper when that's removed and resharpened. Haven't done that yet. My wife thought it was a waste of money. Until she tried it.
This is my first vegetable cleaver. I probably bought it mostly as a COVID lockdown boredom purchase. But now I love it. It is, as advertised, very sharp and efficient. When you chop a handful of pepper strips or green beans, you never end up with that string of pearls outcome where the pieces are still connected. I've read the reviews that the blade is lacquered when shipped and s even sharper when that's removed and resharpened. Haven't done that yet. My wife thought it was a waste of money. Until she tried it.
Small Clever, February 1, 2021 This Knife Is Amazing, January 18, 2021Posted By: Skyler Dakota Greene - verified customer
I've never invested before in quality cutlery. I splurged and have no regrets.
This knife is made of very high quality carbon steel, and keeps a great edge.
Just keep it dry after use, carbon steel does rust easier than stainless.
I don't even use my chef knife anymore. Just this cleaver. It's far more versatile than you might expect. It's certainly amazing for chopping, but useful for any cutting task, really. This is the way.
I've never invested before in quality cutlery. I splurged and have no regrets.
This knife is made of very high quality carbon steel, and keeps a great edge.
Just keep it dry after use, carbon steel does rust easier than stainless.
I don't even use my chef knife anymore. Just this cleaver. It's far more versatile than you might expect. It's certainly amazing for chopping, but useful for any cutting task, really. This is the way.
Quality Check, January 11, 2021 Excellent product and customer service, January 6, 2021 Great Cleaver, January 4, 2021Posted By: Jong Chen - verified customer
Overall this is a great cleaver. The blade is very thin so it is an amazing slicer and is very nimble. I don't believe that it affects the performance at all but it has a stick tang. The handle is secured to the cleaver by folding the tang over the "end" of the handle. This looks a bit strange to me as you see an exposed folded over tang at the end of the handle. I'm sure the connection is fine mechanically just a bit less than appealing visually. This is my favorite cleaver compared to the other ones that I have owned which have had thicker profile blades which made them wedge the food more than slice them. This is also much lighter which I appreciate.
Overall this is a great cleaver. The blade is very thin so it is an amazing slicer and is very nimble. I don't believe that it affects the performance at all but it has a stick tang. The handle is secured to the cleaver by folding the tang over the "end" of the handle. This looks a bit strange to me as you see an exposed folded over tang at the end of the handle. I'm sure the connection is fine mechanically just a bit less than appealing visually. This is my favorite cleaver compared to the other ones that I have owned which have had thicker profile blades which made them wedge the food more than slice them. This is also much lighter which I appreciate.
Amazing quality, December 31, 2020 CCK cleaver small carbon, December 31, 2020 Remarkable Versatility, December 28, 2020Posted By: d-rap - verified customer
I still love my gyutos, but this cleaver could be my only all purpose knife. Takes an extremely sharp edge and does everything well except high rocking. Surprisingly comfortable in hand and good-looking for such an affordable blade. Extremely thin, but tall, heavy and stiff enough to cut with authority. Easy to see why millions of chefs and home cooks rely on this knife.
I still love my gyutos, but this cleaver could be my only all purpose knife. Takes an extremely sharp edge and does everything well except high rocking. Surprisingly comfortable in hand and good-looking for such an affordable blade. Extremely thin, but tall, heavy and stiff enough to cut with authority. Easy to see why millions of chefs and home cooks rely on this knife.
Just what I wanted, December 25, 2020 wgegwaawgeweg, December 21, 2020 First cleaver purchase, couldn't be happier, December 16, 2020 Chinese cleaver, December 9, 2020 Great Vegetable Cleaver, December 4, 2020Posted By: Lian Williams - verified customer
I love my CCK Vegetable cleaver! It's so sharp & cmfortable in the hand. It's great for slicing ginger, smashing & mincing garlic, two things I don't enjoy cutting with my chef's knives. It's a pleasure to use. Service is also excellent! I highly recommend having it sharpened by seller, so it's all set to use when you receive it. I highly recommend it!
I love my CCK Vegetable cleaver! It's so sharp & cmfortable in the hand. It's great for slicing ginger, smashing & mincing garlic, two things I don't enjoy cutting with my chef's knives. It's a pleasure to use. Service is also excellent! I highly recommend having it sharpened by seller, so it's all set to use when you receive it. I highly recommend it!
Love this knife, December 3, 2020 Great workhorse knife, November 30, 2020 INCREDIBLE, October 26, 2020Posted By: Yihua Zhang - verified customer
The best knife I've ever used for anything. You think cleavers are heavy but this thing is incredibly light. I have used japanese chef knives, santoku's, deba's, paring etc. But this is by far one of the most useful knives I've ever used for anything. It is absolutely my go to knife for everything now. The only thing it's bad at is really fine work like mincing garlic, but slicing garlic see through thin with speed AND precision, this is the one!
The best knife I've ever used for anything. You think cleavers are heavy but this thing is incredibly light. I have used japanese chef knives, santoku's, deba's, paring etc. But this is by far one of the most useful knives I've ever used for anything. It is absolutely my go to knife for everything now. The only thing it's bad at is really fine work like mincing garlic, but slicing garlic see through thin with speed AND precision, this is the one!
Small cleaver, October 19, 2020 Great knife at a decent price , October 11, 2020 Cck small cleaver, August 20, 2020 Absolute Workhorse of a Knife, August 11, 2020Posted By: Johann Altenburg
11 people found this review helpful
I bought this knife 2 years ago and I don't think there's any comparable ratio of price to work hours you can get out of a knife except for maybe the $30 Victorinox workhorses. I still carry my whole kit but somehow can't put this one down for long. With a proper grip and some practice, it feels like an extension of the wrist and makes cutting almost effortless. The fit & finish definitely not fancy. Even using the word "finish" feels absurd, but it has no loose handle or blade warping over time. Out of the box, I've heard it's not that sharp. I wouldn't know because I bought it with the sharpening service on a whim and it was worth it if you don't have stones. I sharpen this knife every 3-6 months.
Do not buy this knife if you don't want to take care of it; buy the stainless version and just sharpen it twice as much. Wipe it between uses every time or it will sustain damage, for real: This knife has the most reactive surface I've worked with and it will rust quickly if left wet. When you open it, use mineral oil on the handle. Hone it with a ceramic rod, keep it dry, and practice your pinch grip. You can remove the lacquer with nail polish remover or simply sharpen it and let it slowly wear off over time. If you abuse the knife by washing it in the dishwasher, cutting frozen foods, or using undue force, it will chip.
I did and do not baby this knife at work because it's a utilitarian masterpiece. I used it for 40-70 hours per week for over a year. I've used it to break down chickens, trim & portion tenderloins, slice hard sourdough, split a rutabaga the size of a melon, and cut large blocks of hard cheese. It's chopped maybe 50 50lb bags of onions. I've used it as a bench scraper, jar opener, box cutter, flathead screwdriver, even a spatula once or twice in a pinch (please do not do this) and it can still mince herbs without bruising them. It might not look fancy, which I can definitely agree with, but you could probably throw this knife clean through the wall and still mince a shallot. The only way this knife could be more utilitarian is if you could use it to core tomatoes.
11 people found this review helpful
I bought this knife 2 years ago and I don't think there's any comparable ratio of price to work hours you can get out of a knife except for maybe the $30 Victorinox workhorses. I still carry my whole kit but somehow can't put this one down for long. With a proper grip and some practice, it feels like an extension of the wrist and makes cutting almost effortless. The fit & finish definitely not fancy. Even using the word "finish" feels absurd, but it has no loose handle or blade warping over time. Out of the box, I've heard it's not that sharp. I wouldn't know because I bought it with the sharpening service on a whim and it was worth it if you don't have stones. I sharpen this knife every 3-6 months.
Do not buy this knife if you don't want to take care of it; buy the stainless version and just sharpen it twice as much. Wipe it between uses every time or it will sustain damage, for real: This knife has the most reactive surface I've worked with and it will rust quickly if left wet. When you open it, use mineral oil on the handle. Hone it with a ceramic rod, keep it dry, and practice your pinch grip. You can remove the lacquer with nail polish remover or simply sharpen it and let it slowly wear off over time. If you abuse the knife by washing it in the dishwasher, cutting frozen foods, or using undue force, it will chip.
I did and do not baby this knife at work because it's a utilitarian masterpiece. I used it for 40-70 hours per week for over a year. I've used it to break down chickens, trim & portion tenderloins, slice hard sourdough, split a rutabaga the size of a melon, and cut large blocks of hard cheese. It's chopped maybe 50 50lb bags of onions. I've used it as a bench scraper, jar opener, box cutter, flathead screwdriver, even a spatula once or twice in a pinch (please do not do this) and it can still mince herbs without bruising them. It might not look fancy, which I can definitely agree with, but you could probably throw this knife clean through the wall and still mince a shallot. The only way this knife could be more utilitarian is if you could use it to core tomatoes.
Great fun knife, July 12, 2020 L, July 10, 2020
Chef knives, June 18, 2020Posted By: August Smith - verified customer
1 people found this review helpful
All of the points that a very useful knife need are well executed. Long term care has gotten my attention. Butcher block oil ( food grade mineral oil) goes on the Handel as soon as possible. Cutting edge knife protectors are a must. I fortunately had one from a Japanese pull saw. Postal priority box will make a perfect sleeve holster to keep knife handy and protected. No plastic holster should be used. Keep knife dry with light food grade oil think cast iron skillet. I am 72 will not need another vegetable knife in my life time.
1 people found this review helpful
All of the points that a very useful knife need are well executed. Long term care has gotten my attention. Butcher block oil ( food grade mineral oil) goes on the Handel as soon as possible. Cutting edge knife protectors are a must. I fortunately had one from a Japanese pull saw. Postal priority box will make a perfect sleeve holster to keep knife handy and protected. No plastic holster should be used. Keep knife dry with light food grade oil think cast iron skillet. I am 72 will not need another vegetable knife in my life time.
Chef knives, June 18, 2020Posted By: August Smith - verified customer
2 people found this review helpful
All of the points that a very useful knife need are well executed. Long term care has gotten my attention. Butcher block oil ( food grade mineral oil) goes on the Handel as soon as possible. Cutting edge knife protectors are a must. I fortunately had one from a Japanese pull saw. Postal priority box will make a perfect sleeve holster to keep knife handy and protected. No plastic holster should be used. Keep knife dry with light food grade oil think cast iron skillet. I am 72 will not need another vegetable knife in my life time.
2 people found this review helpful
All of the points that a very useful knife need are well executed. Long term care has gotten my attention. Butcher block oil ( food grade mineral oil) goes on the Handel as soon as possible. Cutting edge knife protectors are a must. I fortunately had one from a Japanese pull saw. Postal priority box will make a perfect sleeve holster to keep knife handy and protected. No plastic holster should be used. Keep knife dry with light food grade oil think cast iron skillet. I am 72 will not need another vegetable knife in my life time.
My'Go To' knife for vegetables, June 15, 2020 terrific product, June 14, 2020 Excellent mid-weight Chinese Cleaver, June 10, 2020 CCK Small Cleaver, June 3, 2020 CCK Small Clever is perfect, May 26, 2020Posted By: Christian Pappas - verified customer
2 people found this review helpful
Bought this on a recommendation from a friend for a thin, but sturdy vegetable knife. I've been able to process my vegetables quickly and precisely, like I wanted. The thin blade is ideal. It is bigger than I anticipated, so for smaller vegetables I have to lean over my hands to see what I'm cutting. I would highly recommend to anyone.
2 people found this review helpful
Bought this on a recommendation from a friend for a thin, but sturdy vegetable knife. I've been able to process my vegetables quickly and precisely, like I wanted. The thin blade is ideal. It is bigger than I anticipated, so for smaller vegetables I have to lean over my hands to see what I'm cutting. I would highly recommend to anyone.
CCK Small Cleaver , May 17, 2020 Great cleaver!, April 28, 2020 Great Product, March 23, 2020 nice, February 17, 2020Posted By: paul - verified customer
2 people found this review helpful
The product is nice im glad I purchased it. Nice balance. However its quality is below what i would expect for the cost. When washing water gets trapped at the handle and blade connection. It will be a failure point if not dried out properly.
2 people found this review helpful
The product is nice im glad I purchased it. Nice balance. However its quality is below what i would expect for the cost. When washing water gets trapped at the handle and blade connection. It will be a failure point if not dried out properly.
nice, February 5, 2020 CCK Small Cleaver, February 2, 2020 Excellent Purchase! , January 1, 2020 Great Knife at a Slightly High Price, December 26, 2019Posted By: Kyle - verified customer
4 people found this review helpful
It does get as razor sharp as others say, and makes quick work of any prep. The balance is pretty spot on. Glad I bought it, but I do feel it’s slightly too expensive. That’s directed mainly at the handle, not the blade. But that may just from having lived in China for many years and seeing similar for substantially less, though I doubt the quality is at this level.
4 people found this review helpful
It does get as razor sharp as others say, and makes quick work of any prep. The balance is pretty spot on. Glad I bought it, but I do feel it’s slightly too expensive. That’s directed mainly at the handle, not the blade. But that may just from having lived in China for many years and seeing similar for substantially less, though I doubt the quality is at this level.
Great for the price, December 13, 2019Posted By: James
1 people found this review helpful
Needed some touching up OOTB, as it needed a lot of sawing action for penetrating tomato skin (but onions were like butter), but once touched up, a great knife, especially for the money. My first cleaver style, love the height, but still light weight and love also how thin it is. Can't go wrong for the money, especially if you sharpen your own knives, since some touch up may be necessary out of the box.
1 people found this review helpful
Needed some touching up OOTB, as it needed a lot of sawing action for penetrating tomato skin (but onions were like butter), but once touched up, a great knife, especially for the money. My first cleaver style, love the height, but still light weight and love also how thin it is. Can't go wrong for the money, especially if you sharpen your own knives, since some touch up may be necessary out of the box.
This is the knife to get!, December 10, 2019Posted By: James - verified customer
1 people found this review helpful
This is the cleaver Fuchsia Dunlop recommends. Big fan of hers, been cooking from her books for years. Finally worked up the nerve to buy a cleaver. Not scary, easy to use, lovely to cut things with. You will enjoy using this knife!
1 people found this review helpful
This is the cleaver Fuchsia Dunlop recommends. Big fan of hers, been cooking from her books for years. Finally worked up the nerve to buy a cleaver. Not scary, easy to use, lovely to cut things with. You will enjoy using this knife!
I'm buying this knife , December 7, 2019Posted By: Chef Tom
2 people found this review helpful
I have purchased the CCK large cleaver, the Lil' Rhino, and the butcher knife and their products are awesome. I like vegetable cleavers and I am going to give this one a try. Good product so I am expecting great knives. I also have no problem putting my own edge on it since I do all my own sharpening and stropping anyway.
2 people found this review helpful
I have purchased the CCK large cleaver, the Lil' Rhino, and the butcher knife and their products are awesome. I like vegetable cleavers and I am going to give this one a try. Good product so I am expecting great knives. I also have no problem putting my own edge on it since I do all my own sharpening and stropping anyway.
Love the clever!, November 29, 2019 A Great Knife in and Above its Class, November 15, 2019Posted By: Tanner - verified customer
2 people found this review helpful
I wanted to get one knife that I can use everyday for most every cutting task, and this knife certainly fills that role. I've used cheaper Chinese cleavers before and I became a big fan of this style of knife (versus European chef's knives or Japanese gyuto) so that's how I landed on this knife. I'm glad to say the CCK cleaver is definitely worth the price - it's surprisingly light and comfortable to use even for someone with big hands. For under $100, you can get into high-quality, long-lasting knife territory, which makes this a winner for me.
As others have mentioned, it comes with a coat of (cosmetic) lacquer covering the whole blade - after a few weeks of use this has started to chip away at the cutting edge and on the rougher part toward the spine. Since this is made of high-carbon steel (not stainless) you should take care to wash and dry it promptly after use. I don't mind doing this (and I like the look of this metal a lot), but if you like low-maintenance, consider going for the stainless model. So long as you look after it, you shouldn't have problems with serious rust. Out of the box, it was plenty sharp for my needs.
2 people found this review helpful
I wanted to get one knife that I can use everyday for most every cutting task, and this knife certainly fills that role. I've used cheaper Chinese cleavers before and I became a big fan of this style of knife (versus European chef's knives or Japanese gyuto) so that's how I landed on this knife. I'm glad to say the CCK cleaver is definitely worth the price - it's surprisingly light and comfortable to use even for someone with big hands. For under $100, you can get into high-quality, long-lasting knife territory, which makes this a winner for me.
As others have mentioned, it comes with a coat of (cosmetic) lacquer covering the whole blade - after a few weeks of use this has started to chip away at the cutting edge and on the rougher part toward the spine. Since this is made of high-carbon steel (not stainless) you should take care to wash and dry it promptly after use. I don't mind doing this (and I like the look of this metal a lot), but if you like low-maintenance, consider going for the stainless model. So long as you look after it, you shouldn't have problems with serious rust. Out of the box, it was plenty sharp for my needs.
Best Knife Ever!, October 29, 2019Posted By: Stephanie Hausherr - verified customer
1 people found this review helpful
I LOVE this knife, it's the only one I will use now! It is very well made and it makes cutting/slicing/dicing an absolute breeze! If you are on the fence, just jump off and get it already!
1 people found this review helpful
I LOVE this knife, it's the only one I will use now! It is very well made and it makes cutting/slicing/dicing an absolute breeze! If you are on the fence, just jump off and get it already!
CCK Small Cleaver, October 22, 2019 I love it, October 16, 2019 CCK 1303, October 13, 2019Posted By: Michael - verified customer
2 people found this review helpful
This knife is perfect for usability - 100%. I would rate it five stars, but at the current price (over $80 USD), the fit and finish is lacking compared to other knives in it's class. That being said, if mine broke or was stolen, I would grudgingly buy another.
2 people found this review helpful
This knife is perfect for usability - 100%. I would rate it five stars, but at the current price (over $80 USD), the fit and finish is lacking compared to other knives in it's class. That being said, if mine broke or was stolen, I would grudgingly buy another.
Nice cleaver, August 3, 2019 Excellent! , July 15, 2019Posted By: Vira - verified customer
I have always loved my 6" Santoku knife, and I still do, but my partner wanted to try a chinese-style cleaver, because he has some hand-control issues that the cleaver can help resolve. I have to say, I really have fallen in love with this knife! And for the price, I can definitely say I'd recommend others give it a try.
I have always loved my 6" Santoku knife, and I still do, but my partner wanted to try a chinese-style cleaver, because he has some hand-control issues that the cleaver can help resolve. I have to say, I really have fallen in love with this knife! And for the price, I can definitely say I'd recommend others give it a try.
You Won't Be Sorry, June 22, 2019 Great knife, great servive., May 25, 2019 The downside......, May 19, 2019Posted By: C L
2 people found this review helpful
What’s the downside? It put all my other big knives back into the knife drawer. I’m about two years into the 1303 cleaver and it changed everything. I have a Japanese knife that will probably never see the light of day ever again. This thing is super slicey. Sharpening it is ridiculously easy. I simply run it on my Spyderco Sharpmaker; arguably not the perfect tool for sharpening, but just using the course ceramics I get the toothiest laser edge ever. I can top a heavy tomato by sitting it on the board and sawing across it. No hands holding the fruit!
Buy this. Be prepared for the ramifications of making your other knives obsolete.
2 people found this review helpful
What’s the downside? It put all my other big knives back into the knife drawer. I’m about two years into the 1303 cleaver and it changed everything. I have a Japanese knife that will probably never see the light of day ever again. This thing is super slicey. Sharpening it is ridiculously easy. I simply run it on my Spyderco Sharpmaker; arguably not the perfect tool for sharpening, but just using the course ceramics I get the toothiest laser edge ever. I can top a heavy tomato by sitting it on the board and sawing across it. No hands holding the fruit!
Buy this. Be prepared for the ramifications of making your other knives obsolete.
Amazing Knife, May 17, 2019 Amazing Knife, May 17, 2019 Nice cleaver but....., March 9, 2019 It's like a food processor for the kitchen, March 6, 2019 Great Cleever, February 23, 2019Posted By: Gary Baulch - verified customer
1 people found this review helpful
When I received the cleever I sharpened it before I’ve used it. It is a great cleever! We do a lot of vegetables and it is quick and effective! However I tried cutting a loaf of bread to see how it works and it even sliced bread easily! We have had a Chinese cleever that was my Moms that is very old and it has always worked great but my wife and I were always steeling it from each other during big meals! We have an expensive GERMAN cleever that looks better,but it doesn’t hold an edge.
1 people found this review helpful
When I received the cleever I sharpened it before I’ve used it. It is a great cleever! We do a lot of vegetables and it is quick and effective! However I tried cutting a loaf of bread to see how it works and it even sliced bread easily! We have had a Chinese cleever that was my Moms that is very old and it has always worked great but my wife and I were always steeling it from each other during big meals! We have an expensive GERMAN cleever that looks better,but it doesn’t hold an edge.
Beautiful cleaver, February 4, 2019 Excellent slicer, paper thin, January 16, 2019 Happy with our new kitchen companion...., January 8, 2019Posted By: Dante Birch - verified customer
3 people found this review helpful
Very happy, this is a reasonably priced knife. Although the smallest knifek in its family, it's a very nimble and able kitchen companion. This is my second CCK cleaver, the other being more robust for breaking down chicken / turkey carcases and the heavier stuffs. Although I appreciate the concept of only needing one cleaver, it is nice to have options, as this is particularly suited to veg and smaller non boned items. I prefer the CCK attention to form following function as well as the edge retention. They have worked better for me than some other brands.
3 people found this review helpful
Very happy, this is a reasonably priced knife. Although the smallest knifek in its family, it's a very nimble and able kitchen companion. This is my second CCK cleaver, the other being more robust for breaking down chicken / turkey carcases and the heavier stuffs. Although I appreciate the concept of only needing one cleaver, it is nice to have options, as this is particularly suited to veg and smaller non boned items. I prefer the CCK attention to form following function as well as the edge retention. They have worked better for me than some other brands.
A fun blade, December 20, 2018Posted By: Chuck - verified customer
7 people found this review helpful
Some things are as good as people say they are. The CCK 1303 is as good as internet reviews indicate.
I have multiple cleavers, but the CCK 1303 is the best of the lot. The blade is very, very thin and it takes a very sharp edge. There is no wedging and it just glides right through veggies.
The fit and finish are no better than a Shibazi and in some ways worse. That said, the grind is much better on the CCK. Edge retention is very good.
Is it worth $80? Yep, every penny. Is the grind that much better than cheaper Chinese cleavers? Oh, yes it is!
This knife is just an absolute joy to use. Like all cleaver-types this knife allows the user to scoop up food to put in the pot. You can smash garlic to peel and cut it. You can smash ginger. You can treat this blade like a tool rather than an object of worship.
The blade is definitely reactive when new, but quickly forms a protective patina that keeps discoloration or off-flavors to a minimum.
I would buy another today if I lost it or damaged it by dropping it.
7 people found this review helpful
Some things are as good as people say they are. The CCK 1303 is as good as internet reviews indicate.
I have multiple cleavers, but the CCK 1303 is the best of the lot. The blade is very, very thin and it takes a very sharp edge. There is no wedging and it just glides right through veggies.
The fit and finish are no better than a Shibazi and in some ways worse. That said, the grind is much better on the CCK. Edge retention is very good.
Is it worth $80? Yep, every penny. Is the grind that much better than cheaper Chinese cleavers? Oh, yes it is!
This knife is just an absolute joy to use. Like all cleaver-types this knife allows the user to scoop up food to put in the pot. You can smash garlic to peel and cut it. You can smash ginger. You can treat this blade like a tool rather than an object of worship.
The blade is definitely reactive when new, but quickly forms a protective patina that keeps discoloration or off-flavors to a minimum.
I would buy another today if I lost it or damaged it by dropping it.
Service, December 14, 2018 Great value, November 6, 2018Posted By: Paul - verified customer
3 people found this review helpful
I love this cleaver for general purpose prep, especially any chopping or dealing with large items like squashes. I like that I don't have to worry about it as much as my more expensive knives (gyutos) and it serves as a nice complement to a gyuto. My friend also liked it so much I gave her mine and ordered another for myself. Definitely worth a try if you want to try out a cleaver at a decent price.
3 people found this review helpful
I love this cleaver for general purpose prep, especially any chopping or dealing with large items like squashes. I like that I don't have to worry about it as much as my more expensive knives (gyutos) and it serves as a nice complement to a gyuto. My friend also liked it so much I gave her mine and ordered another for myself. Definitely worth a try if you want to try out a cleaver at a decent price.
CCK 1303 Small (Carbon) Cleaver, October 16, 2018Posted By: Desi
5 people found this review helpful
This small cleaver has become a staple of my knife inventory. It has held up to punishment of regular use without shirking, and holds its edge. Its substantial height allows for continuous use without having to clear the blade. Although in some ways it is similar to a Nakiri, it excels when prepping large bunches of leafy vegetables or large onions or when a substantial amount of chopping is required. The handle isn’t fancy, but is functional, although it takes a few moments to become accustomed to such a short grip point. The slight arc to the blade does indeed keep the heel from gouging the cutting board from a poorly executed chop. I recommend purchasing a matching saya at the same time, as knife guards are simply not tall enough to adequately protect the blade. If a carbon blade isn’t to your liking, check out the stainless variant in this same style.
5 people found this review helpful
This small cleaver has become a staple of my knife inventory. It has held up to punishment of regular use without shirking, and holds its edge. Its substantial height allows for continuous use without having to clear the blade. Although in some ways it is similar to a Nakiri, it excels when prepping large bunches of leafy vegetables or large onions or when a substantial amount of chopping is required. The handle isn’t fancy, but is functional, although it takes a few moments to become accustomed to such a short grip point. The slight arc to the blade does indeed keep the heel from gouging the cutting board from a poorly executed chop. I recommend purchasing a matching saya at the same time, as knife guards are simply not tall enough to adequately protect the blade. If a carbon blade isn’t to your liking, check out the stainless variant in this same style.
Review title, August 27, 2018 More Oriental Tools, August 9, 2018Posted By: Gerry Bosko - verified customer
2 people found this review helpful
Upon seeing a demonstration on Milk Street, I knew i had seen the beauty of design and operation of this tool. I am a long time admirer of Oriental woodworking, and this is just another example of the thoughtful design for its application. Sorry it took so long to come to my attention, my children will know.
2 people found this review helpful
Upon seeing a demonstration on Milk Street, I knew i had seen the beauty of design and operation of this tool. I am a long time admirer of Oriental woodworking, and this is just another example of the thoughtful design for its application. Sorry it took so long to come to my attention, my children will know.
Speeds up kitchen work , August 1, 2018Posted By: Dan Carriger
3 people found this review helpful
It's light and easy to handle, which improves speed and control. It's length enables you to make a few preliminary cuts like cutting stalks into thirds, then stacking them to cut everything at once. It's like a food processor fast! Holds edge well and is easy and quick to sharpen. It is my go-to knife for all vegetables.
3 people found this review helpful
It's light and easy to handle, which improves speed and control. It's length enables you to make a few preliminary cuts like cutting stalks into thirds, then stacking them to cut everything at once. It's like a food processor fast! Holds edge well and is easy and quick to sharpen. It is my go-to knife for all vegetables.
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