Globe C12 Chefmate Food Slicer 12 Inch

Overview

Sliding the gravity feed chute back and forth past the spinning knife is how this Globe slicer works, with the operator pushing each stroke by hand while a belt-driven, fan-cooled motor turns the blade. The chute rides on a ball bearing slide and lifts off for cleaning, and a dual-action sharpener mounts on top.

Anodized aluminum, an NSF listing and a top-mounted sharpener are what make this slicer worth considering for a counter that slices meat through the day in moderate volume. It is rated light duty, every part is hand wash only, and the knife and belt are wear items outside the warranty.

Who it's for

Sandwich shops and small kitchens slicing cold cuts to order get a manual carriage, a thickness range from paper thin to thick, and an onboard sharpener. A continuous-production line, or anyone slicing cheese and hoping for a listed rating, should note it is light duty and recommended for meat only.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

Slice quality comes from the hollow ground knife staying sharp, which is why the sharpener is mounted on the machine instead of in a drawer, and from a steady hand stroke on the carriage since feed is manual. The fan on the motor controls heat during longer runs, and the belt drive between motor and knife is a wear item. Gravity feed means the weight of the food holds it against the knife as the chute moves.

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