Meridian Elite
Heavy Cleaver - 6"

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The 6” Heavy Cleaver doesn’t mess around. From bones to big veg, this German-forged powerhouse delivers brute strength with finesse.

SKU

E/3651-6

Origin

Solingen, Germany

Handle

Polyoxymethylene

Blade

Thyssen-Krupp 1.4116

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The Meridian Elite 6 inch heavy cleaver with triple rivet black handle and a silver stainless steel blade
The Meridian Elite 6 inch heavy cleaver with triple rivet black handle and a silver stainless steel blade angled view to lower left
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Angled view of the Meridian Elite 6 inch heavy cleaver with triple rivet black handle and a silver stainless steel blade pointing to upper left
Bring the thunder with the Meridian Elite 6” Heavy Cleaver. Thick, weighty, and forged for serious chopping, it demolishes bones, joints, and dense root vegetables with a single, satisfying swing. But don’t mistake its heft for clumsiness—this cleaver is remarkably balanced, letting you break down poultry or prep winter squash with confidence and control. Made from premium German stainless steel, it holds a sharp edge and offers just enough finesse for precise work. For chefs who like their blades bold and their prep fearless.

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Product Specs

Origin

Handcrafted in Solingen, Germany

Overall

Length: 11.38 in | 289 mm

Blade Type

Designed for tasks that no other knife can handle as efficiently. Its weight and size make it ideal for butchering, breaking down large cuts of meat, and cutting through dense bones or cartilage. It’s built to last and can withstand the kind of force needed for tough kitchen tasks. If you work with large cuts of meat, poultry, or fish, the cleaver is a must-have tool for precise and effective preparation.

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Blade

Thyssen-Krupp 1.4116
Satin
Hand Finished 3-Stage
Flat Grind
22°
58 HRC
Ambidextrous

Handle

Polyoxymethylene

Blade

Width: 3.07 in | 78 mm
Length: 6.02 in | 153 mm
Thickness at spine: 5.0 mm

Handle

Length (including bolster): 5.31 in | 135 mm

Tasks

A large, heavy-duty kitchen knife designed for cutting through tough ingredients like bones, meat, and dense vegetables.

Care

Do not place in dishwasher… Seriously, don’t even think about it!

Hand-wash only with warm water and a mild detergent; rise and dry immediately

Clean the blade right away after slicing acidic or salty foods like tomatoes, citrus and vinegar based items

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Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 5 reviews.

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Great Piece of equipment! Awesome

"Great Piece of equipment! Awesome"

— William K. (5/5)

I haven't had a chance

"I haven't had a chance to use it but I'm 100% certain I'll love it. I was looking for my forever knife and after hours of shopping for one, I kept coming back to yours...it's quite the handsome piece and the sharpening stone is very nice."

— Shirley D. (5/5)

Small enough to handle but

"Small enough to handle but not too small and just the right weight."

— Connie L. (4/5)

Excellent product

"Excellent product"

— Amazon C. (5/5)

This is a very substantial

"This is a very substantial cleaver with a great feel. It's well balanced and quite heavy. A must-have!"

— Erik Z. (5/5)

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