Vintage Gustav Emil Ern Cleaver Knife 180mm Made in German 2023

A Rare German Cleaver from One of Solingen's Great Names

The Vintage Gustav Emil Ern Cleaver Knife 180mm is a fully forged German carbon steel cleaver from one of Solingen's most respected cutlery makers - a one-of-a-kind piece with the weight, balance, and provenance that only a vintage German blade can deliver.

The Specs

• Brand: Gustav Emil Ern - Solingen, Germany
• Overall length: 310mm | Blade length: 180mm | Blade thickness: 0.5mm
• Steel: Carbon steel - fully forged, full tang
• Bevel: Double bevel
• Hardness: 58 HRC
• Handle: Wood
• Weight: 766g
• Origin: Made in Germany

Solingen Forged. Built for the Block.

Gustav Emil Ern was one of Solingen's premier cutlery houses, producing fully forged blades for professional butchers and serious home cooks across Europe. This 180mm cleaver carries that heritage - the fully forged carbon steel blade delivers the heft and edge retention needed for heavy chopping work, while the double-bevel grind keeps it versatile enough for a range of tasks. At 766g, it has the weight to do the work without brute force. Carbon steel sharpens to a finer edge than stainless and develops a natural patina with use. One-of-a-kind and not available anywhere else.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing to prevent rust
• Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil to the blade if storing long-term
• Sharpen with a whetstone - carbon steel responds exceptionally well to sharpening
• A natural patina will develop with use - this is normal and desirable