Vintage Dexter Butcher Cleaver 180mm Carbon Steel Made in USA 1531

Experience American cutlery character with a vintage Dexter cleaver

This recorded 180mm carbon steel butcher cleaver pairs a timber handle with an approximate weight of 350g. Made in the USA according to the listing, it offers the individual character of pre-owned working cutlery.

The Specs

• Brand: Dexter
• Knife type: butcher cleaver
• Blade length recorded: 180mm
• Overall length recorded: 320mm
• Blade thickness recorded: 1.8mm
• Steel recorded: carbon steel; exact grade not specified
• Construction previously listed: fully forged, full tang; not independently verified
• Hardness: earlier 58 HRC figure requires verification
• Bevel and edge angle: not recorded
• Handle: timber; species not specified
• Weight recorded: approximately 350g
• Origin recorded: USA
• Condition: vintage, pre-owned

Heritage & Use

The Dexter name is retained from this cleaver's recorded identification, without assigning a production date or specific manufacturing method to the individual blade. The original notes describe meat preparation and poultry portioning as intended uses. Its recorded 1.8mm blade thickness does not establish suitability for heavy bone chopping or impact work. Assess the blade, edge and handle before demanding tasks. Carbon steel can develop a natural patina with use and requires attentive drying.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only; never use a dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use and avoid soaking the timber handle
• Confirm the existing edge geometry before selecting a honing method
• Sharpen on suitable water stones following the existing bevel, or consult a specialist
• Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil before extended storage
• Remove active rust rather than treating it as patina
• Store securely with the edge protected