I'm looking for a slicer that will cut a 3 pound roll of provolone from Sams Club relatively thin without issue. Ideally around 1/16" cuts. Will this?
1327303
don't do it! this thing is horrible. Cuts too thick, difficult to clean and not well made. Keep looking!
1327304
When you are not using the slicer it is suggested to set the blade to 0 so you can cut anything from the thinnest it can to up to 1/2 inch thick. I suppose the dip behind the blade edge would make it easier to cut cheese, because most cheese like to get stuck to the knife. There is a knob in the back to turn and it move the cutting plate back kind of quick, so you might need to adjust the cut once you do the first cut. I looked on line for blades that were smoother and I could get on for this instead of the serrated blade, but all the blades are the same design for the home slicers. You can see from the pictures that the blade is flat in front. Well, the blade is just like an ordinary knife with an angled cut like the shape of a v going around the blade. Just like many knives the cut things in an angle so does this blade, so after that first cut the back side is about a 1/16 of an inch off the cutting board. I cut up two rolls of meat, turkey and bologna and I cut most of the bologna in 1/6 of an inch slices, and part of the turkey into chipped meat and thick slices. I like the slicer and I looked to see how many people had problems, and this was the best one. I can tell you right now it will not cut bone like a bone saw, or frozen meat although I didn't try cutting frozen meat, but I used it to lice many things from Cucumbers to meat and cheese. Some soft cheese can leave a mess and it might be better to use an E string for an electric guitar, and if you need to cut a lot at once make a frame and put a lot of strings on it. I used them because the guitar strings are stainless steel and don't rust.
1327305
hello no you don't want this slicer it will really boog down the blade . i would up buying a small commercial slicer for 250 and it works great for cheeses. hope this helped
1327306
I use mine for mostly beef jerky but I can't see why it wouldn't work for you. I really like mine
1201389
it cuts fairly thin (definitly not SHAVED thin). I really have not tried to see how thin it would go because I like things a little thicker. Does great on ham, roast beef, etc.
51425
I honestly don't know. I have used my cutter to slice parchment but nothing thinner than that. It does a nice job on parchment....doesn't leave a frayed edge or not cut cleanly. I would think if your blade is sharp the cutter would do a fine job.
1174764
It slices very thin -is perfect for making crisps. It will slice soft fruit and veg beautifully as the blade is very sharp.
1090735
I just cut some mozzarella but cut it about 1/4 inch without a problem.. I haven't tried to slice anything thin as yet..
1434234
i am not sure. i had a slicer my mother gave me years ago but it finally "died". i found the one i have on amazon, read the reviews on various brands and finally decided on the one i wanted. it is heavier than my old one but it works quite well. i wish i knew the difference but i don't. i am so sorry i could not give you the info you needed.
138475
No, the largest slicer did a good job slicing apples, everything else I tried on the other blades was a failure. My mandolin does a great job making julienne strips.
2143045
The blade is more than capable, and slices whole hams down into shavings for sandwiches. However, in saying that, small chunks of meat, of around 3-4" we have felt that it c was a bit too risky and we slice the final bit by hand. As long as it's a decent sized salami roll, it will slice wonderfully for the primary amount! The small chunk at the end I would just break up and use in a dish. AND you will find a ton of other uses for this machine as we have, like roastbeef, pastrami, the hams, pork roasts, turkey breast and much more. ENJOY!
711381
I have the Jumbo slicer - not certain on "White"? looks axsacly like the one pictured to the left. I can measre if you preffer... I want to say the thickest slice is a good 1/4" or larger. I can say with great confidance , this is a wonderful tool that I cannot belive how much time it saves and the quality is outstanding.
1170550
You would need a thin sharp blade---and don't forget technique! If you have a favorite sushi place watch theblade used and ask if you will. They are friendly to customer question.
1928166
Go to youtube and search for Weston Slicer. There are a few videos showing how to use a similar (7 1/2 inch) model but not this exact one.
1648910
I believe it will. I have had great success with this slicer and getting consistent thin slices out of it. I would go relatively slow with cheese to give the motor a chance. Not that I've ever had a problem with the motor just that's is not a professional slicer.
1919202
I am sorry I can not help you . I do not know the answer I am using the blade the slicer came with as I am afraid to change the blade.... It is very sharp.... good luck
750428
YES. I thought the slices were a bit too thin for me so I bought some plastic washers to put in between the slice bars. Very well made piece. It should last for many years.
1590147
If you didn't get an instruction booklet go to http://norpro.com/uploads/pdf/860_866r-instructionbook.pdf. Hope that will help you. Machine will peel, core and slice all at one time or pare only, core/slice only. See booklet. Don't think it will slice thicker or thinner if that is what you are after.
1235735
What you need is the measures of the center hole and blade width. If its a match, maybe, but also theres a gear on the back of this blade and am sure the gear to gear ratio must match the gear on ur meat slicer. Trying googling it. That is how i found out, its a great blade and cuts well.
750426
YES. My only issue was that the slices are rather thin for me. I bought some plastic washers to put in between the slice bars to make them slightly thicker. The piece is very well made and should last for many years.