Proctor Silex 74311PS Easy Slice Electric Knife

Overview

A pair of reciprocating serrated blades, driven back and forth by the motor, does the sawing so the hand only guides the cut. The contoured plastic grip is shaped for right or left handed use, and the stainless steel blades slice evenly through meat, poultry, bread and the foam used in craft projects.

Carving a turkey or slicing a loaf without crushing it is what the moving blades deliver, and the light body makes long sessions of entertaining prep less tiring. The grip suits either hand. The listing leaves out blade length, wattage and whether the blades come off for washing, so those details have to be checked on the box.

Who it's for

Thanksgiving carving, bread baking households and DIY projects that involve upholstery foam all get an even cut with little arm effort. Cooks who want to carve away from an outlet, or who need to know the blade length before buying, should look at another model.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

Cutting speed comes from the two serrated blades sliding against each other, which saws through crust and meat fibers while the hand only steers. A light body and a grip that fits either hand reduce fatigue over a large roast or a stack of foam. Because the blades do the work, pressing down hard gives ragged slices; letting the knife move at its own pace gives even ones.

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