Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Forget having a pocket knife—a pocket cleaver has even more use. The Gerber Flatiron ...

Cleavers are typically heavy knives with hulking geometric blades designed for the toughest chopping tasks (which is why they’re favored by butchers). Even when shrunk, like Gerber’s new Flatiron ...

Forget having a pocket knife—a pocket cleaver has even more use. The Gerber Flatiron is a great EDC knife under $50. It features a versatile blade and a great design. Like most EDC enthusiasts, I have ...

The knife design team at Braza Bro has once again returned to Kickstarter to launch their new campaign for the Braza Bro Cleaver. A small pocket knife small enough to be carried on a key chain and ...

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When most people hear the word “cleaver,” they probably imagine a cartoon chef chasing a small crab around a kitchen, splitting tables in half and wreaking havoc. While we don’t recommend bringing ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Editor’s Note, November 28, 2025: Since we first published this piece, the Spyderco ...

The heaviness and shape of a cleaver make it the perfect thing for breaking down meat, chopping tough vegetables, and scaring your family. Commerce Director, Scouted What do professional chefs and ...

The Chinese cleaver, when compared with the slim, pointed knives used in Western kitchens, may appear to be a crude and brutal object. A rectangular slab of metal with an upper edge extending straight ...