Wusthof Cleaver 20cm 1129500920

Wüsthof Cleaver 20cm is a robust, weight-forward knife for suitable butchery work including controlled cuts through bones. The strong, rigid blade uses weight and structure to handle tasks that would damage a fine chef's knife.

This Wüsthof format was selected for its useful role within a well-planned kitchen collection and its considered balance of form and function. The 20 cm format is matched to this product's intended role.

Product Details

The Wüsthof Cleaver 20cm brings the Wüsthof approach to a cleaver. It is designed to work with controlled technique, an appropriate board or work surface, and care suited to the product.

• Purpose: robust, weight-forward knife for suitable butchery work including controlled cuts through bones.
• Series construction: purpose-built Wüsthof construction selected for the product's intended kitchen role.
• Blade length: 20 cm.

Why We Love It: A Former Chef's View

Arima Homewares was founded by a former chef whose experience spans fine-dining, steakhouse, bakery and catering kitchens, including cooking for royalty and internationally renowned artists. She and her husband built Arima around one idea: professional kitchen experience, translated into honest guidance for home cooks.

“A cleaver is a specialist, not an everyday chef's knife. Use a stable board, a controlled vertical action and clear the work area before each cut. For this 20 cm, I would prioritise control, fit and the task it is genuinely designed to perform.”

Arima Homewares is an Australian family-owned business operating from its Sydney warehouse since 2018 and an authorised Wüsthof stockist. Learn more about Arima Homewares.

Best For

• Bones
• Meat

Not Designed For

• Prying or twisting
• Striking frozen blocks
• Fine detail work
• Using fragile boards or plates

Specifications & Care

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash with mild detergent and warm water, then dry thoroughly and immediately.
• Use a timber or knife-friendly cutting board; avoid glass, stone and ceramic surfaces.
• Store dry in a block, guard or magnetic system that protects the cutting edge.
• Hone or sharpen with an appropriate tool and a controlled, consistent angle.
• Use a stable, heavy-duty board and controlled vertical cuts.

Complete the setup with suitable knife sharpening tools and knife-friendly chopping boards.

Choosing the Right Knife

Choose a cleaver only when you genuinely need a heavy butchery blade. For vegetables, use a Chinese chef's knife or Nakiri; their similar appearance hides very different edge geometry.

Compare the complete Wüsthof knife collection or browse the broader chef knife collection.

About Wüsthof

Founded in Solingen more than 200 years ago, Wüsthof remains family-owned in its seventh generation. Its knives are still crafted in Solingen, Germany. Wüsthof develops knives, storage and maintenance tools as a connected system for preparation, edge care and safe organisation. Arima selects the range for quality, functionality and timeless design.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cleaver best used for?

Bones, Meat.

Is this Wüsthof product made in Germany?

Wüsthof has been based in Solingen, Germany for more than 200 years. Refer to the product specifications above for the listed origin of this particular item.

Can it go in the dishwasher?

Hand washing is recommended. Wash promptly with mild detergent where appropriate, then dry thoroughly before storage.

How should it be maintained?

Hand wash with mild detergent and warm water, then dry thoroughly and immediately. Use a timber or knife-friendly cutting board; avoid glass, stone and ceramic surfaces. Store dry in a block, guard or magnetic system that protects the cutting edge. Hone or sharpen with an appropriate tool and a controlled, consistent angle. Use a stable, heavy-duty board and controlled vertical cuts.

Does it include a warranty?

Manufacturer warranty, subject to manufacturer terms.