Is this knife good for slicing raw meat too. Sometimes I buy a beef tenderloin and cut it into steaks.
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A sharp chefs knife would work better and keep the mear cold or slightly frozen for better control of the cut. This knife works best on cooked meat or poultry because of its design.
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This knife is good for slicing raw meat however it works a lot better when the meat is partially frozen so the meat will retain its shape as you slice it. I find this knife the best that I have ever used for slicing in uniform thickness if you do a little freezing first. dbf dblainefer@aol.com
633521
I never used the knife to slice raw meat. I did find a review about the knife on America's Test Kitchen, but it only mentioned cooked roast.
722346
I have not sliced meat yet. I use it primarily to slice cheese and it works great.
942302
As I am a vegetarian I do not eat meat so I would not know if the knife would work for that purpose. I did purchase a slicing knife at Amazon that is great. It is almost as large as the cake knife and just as sturdy.I do not know how to sharpen a serrated blade.
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I got this knife, primarily because Cooks Illustrated recommended it. And, to be honest, i haven't used it very much. This is not a fault with the knife, just haven't done that much with meat over the past few months. The knife seems comfortable to handle and sturdy. My opinion, based solely on instinct, is that i would prefer this straight bladed knife for boning. But then again, maybe i just need to be schooled in the appropriate technique for using a curved blade. Sorry i couldn't be more definitive.
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Not a problem...I originally purchased the Cuisinart DLC-4CHB to help my 88 year old mother-in-law be able to eat some of the types of meat we would have for dinner. What I would do is cut up the (cooked meat) into half inch cubes before putting them into the Cuisinart. Using the chop and grind back and forth it would chop the meat to as fine a consistency as I wanted. That said, I have never used it on raw meat. I would suggest that you just try it with a small amount of meat at a time. Just listen to the motor to make sure it is not laboring, and don't run for an extended period of time, this is not a commercial food processor. One other point of information, after cleaning let the cutting blade dry thoroughly so that the part that slips over the motor shaft is dry. This will keep the shaft from corroding.
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I make jerky all the time. I use the non-serrated for cutting meat. It seems to work best to have the meat frozen firm but not solid. I don't even know anymore where the serrated blade is that came with it. I haven't tried cutting cheese, but I suspect that the non-serrated one would be best for that as well. Not sure what the serrated one would be good for, maybe bread??
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I have both knives, each serves its purpose and is wickedly sharp. Cleaver wks well for meats and large veg, nakiri does great on smaller veg and specialty knife cuts. I rely on both.
927225
Since it's a serrated blade I haven't tried it on raw meat or chicken. It's my definite "go to" knife for cheese and most vegetables and have given to friends as a gift.
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I did not try any of my ceramic knifes on meat, because from what I know the blade can chip if it hits the bone. I prefer not to risk damaging the blade even with boneless chunks of meat. However meat itself is soft enough for ceramic knifes, so technically it can be used to cut it.
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It 'can' be used to cut meat with but because of the type of blade it is, it's not real efficient. You would have to use a sawing motion to do that (I have done it) AND, it will cut through the meat; just not as smooth as a different blade. I've used it for a lot of things other than cutting cheese products; vegetables seem to workwell when using this knife (carrots, celery, etc). Things do not get stuck in the holes (including) meat, it's just not meant to beused for cutting meats.
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I use it to slice normal kitchen fare like vegetables & trim meat. It is not a hunting or survival knife
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You need this knife if you eat/cook meat. You can buy a whole beef tenderloin (filet) for $6-$8/lb on sale at a big box store on sale and trim it yourself. That'll save you up to $100. You definitely need three knives in a Western kitchen: a French chef's knife; a flexible boning knife, and a bread knife, which you use for splitting cake layers, too. (Make sure the latter is 10" or even 12" long for that.) You can add a small paring knife and/or 6" utility knife down the road if you like. Never buy a knife set, by the way. Knives within any one brand aren't always the best of their kind. Moreover, you'll get knives you don't need and it'll be missing knives you do need. You need this knife if you eat/cook meat. You can buy a whole beef tenderloin (filet) for $6-$8/lb on sale at a big box store on sale and trim it yourself. That'll save you up to $100. You definitely need three knives in a Western kitchen: a French chef's knife; a flexible boning knife, and a bread knife, which you use for splitting cake layers, too. (Make sure the latter is 10" or even 12" long for that.) You can add a small paring knife and/or 6" utility knife down the road if you like. Never buy a knife set, by the way. Knives within any one brand aren't always the best of... » Read More You need this knife if you eat/cook meat. You can buy a whole beef tenderloin (filet) for $6-$8/lb on sale at a big box store on sale and trim it yourself. That'll save you up to $100. You definitely need three knives in a Western kitchen: a French chef's knife; a flexible boning knife, and a bread knife, which you use for splitting cake layers, too. (Make sure the latter is 10" or even 12" long for that.) You can add a small paring knife and/or 6" utility knife down the road if you like. Never buy a knife set, by the way. Knives within any one brand aren't always the best of their kind. Moreover, you'll get knives you don't need and it'll be missing knives you do need. « Show Less
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Sorry for the delay. Yes this would be a great knife for that. The straight blad is super sharp and the serrated part is great for cutting rope. I've been very pleased with the knife and have used it for many different tasks
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Dear Farmer. I hope you do run into bad people also I am not qualify to answer stabbing question. As a knife, I use it for rough duty; cutting cardboard boxes, wires, and etc. It may not be idea for cutting sandwich since the serration is rather deep for it's size. Best at cutting light rope. It is a tactical style knife so it is intimidating. I had mine for a few months and I am happy with it.
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I bought this knife for every day cooking, it works very well for that purpose. I have had it for several months now and use it quite often, it is still very sharp. I have not even needed to sharpen it yet.
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It is really a great knife for hunting. My favorite for gutting and processing deer.
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The knife pretty good sharp. I do like and I use for cutting fruit at work. For me is a good knife.