Microplane Professional Series Large Shaver Grater
- 6 staggered blades on an arched cutting surface
- Inch-wide curls of hard cheese, chocolate and truffle
- Plastic blade guard included for storage
- Dishwasher safe, stainless steel blades
- Rubber band on the bottom edge resists slipping
- Made in USA, 1 year warranty
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A shaver for broad curls of hard cheese and chocolate, with a blade guard for storage. It is built for wide shavings only, so fine zest or powdery cheese needs a different grater.
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ASIN: B0000CFF1UModel: 38006Category: Graters
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Overview
A home cook finishing pasta or desserts gets a wide stainless shaver that turns hard cheese, chocolate and truffle into broad curls. Food is drawn downward over the arched plate while the rubber edge braces the tool against the board.
Wide curls are the reason to own it, since the staggered blades shave rather than shred and garnishes look plated. The listing says it caters to hard foods, so soft cheese and fine zesting fall outside its job. Two different sets of dimensions appear in the listing.
Who it's for
Cooks plating dishes with shaved parmesan, chocolate curls or truffle will use it most. Those who mainly zest citrus or grate soft cheese should look at a fine or coarse grater instead.
Pros and cons
- Staggered blades resist clogging
- Shaves wide curls for garnishes
- Rubber edge resists slipping
- Blade guard protects the edge
- Hard foods only, per the listing
- Listed dimensions disagree between sources
- Blades dull if stored uncovered
Performance notes
Curl width comes from the wide blade openings, and the staggered layout means each pass meets a fresh edge so the surface does not clog. Holding the shaver at an angle and drawing food downward lets the arch control depth of cut. The rubber band on the bottom edge resists sliding when braced on a board.
Specifications
| Brand | Microplane |
|---|---|
| Model | 38006 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 0.35 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 12 × 1.3 × 1 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Grater, Plastic Blade Guard |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer warranty description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Number of blades | 6 |
| Style Name | Shaver |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Product care instructions | Dishwasher safe |
Frequently asked questions
How do you hold the Microplane 38006 shaver when grating?
Hold the shaver at an angle with fingers clear of the blades and run the food downward over the grating plane. The rubber band on the bottom edge braces it against the board.
How do you store the Microplane large shaver?
Cover the cutting surface with the included plastic blade guard to protect against dulling. The handle ends in a small metal loop for hanging.
Is the Microplane large shaver a zester?
No. It is designed for hard foods and produces wide curls, not fine zest or powder.
How big is the Microplane 38006 shaver?
The spec table lists 12 x 1.3 x 1 inches, while the description says 13-1/2 by 3 by 1 inches. Measure your drawer with the larger figure in mind.