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When your kitchen tasks call for muscle, reach for the Avanta Pakkawood Heavy Cleaver – 7". Crafted to handle the toughest jobs — from splitting chicken bones to breaking down hearty root vegetables — this cleaver delivers serious power with every swing. The wide, heavy blade provides excellent leverage and control, while the pakkawood handle offers a balanced, comfortable grip for confident chopping. Precision-forged from durable stainless steel, it’s as rugged as it is beautiful. Whether you're prepping for a backyard barbecue or getting serious about batch cooking, this cleaver is the bold, reliable workhorse your kitchen deserves.
Behind the Build: Product Specs
Origin
Handcrafted in China
Overall
Weight: Heavyweight
Blade Type
Designed for tough tasks, this cleaver excels at butchering, breaking down large meat cuts, and cutting through bones or cartilage. Built to last, it handles heavy force, making it essential for precise prep of meat, poultry, and fish.