This heavy-weight cleaver makes light work of dozens of kitchen tasks! It's ideal for cutting through meat, bones and cartilage-whether you're quartering a chicken or separating a roast into steaks and chops. This versatile knife can be used to slice or dice your favorite vegetables and it's a great tool for crushing garlic and whole spices. The cleaver's wide, flat blade is also handy for removing cut foods from the cutting board.