1 / 7SANMEIHO 18 cm Cleaver Knife, Japanese Powder Steel
The SANMEIHO cleaver knife is listed with an 18 cm Japanese powder-steel blade and a Pakkawood handle. Its claimed 12° double-sided edge and forged construction are aimed at everyday chopping, slicing and mincing, but the listing also calls it a boning knife, so confirm the exact style and dimensions before buying.
At a glance
- The manufacturer describes the forged blade as Japanese powder steel and claims 63 HRC hardness.
- A claimed 12° double-sided edge and 2 mm blade thickness are specified in the product description.
- Pakkawood handle and a laser-engraved surface pattern are listed. The manufacturer says the pattern is not Damascus.
- The product is described for chopping and preparing meat, fish, vegetables and fruit.
Reference price: £32.99
Price checked: 14 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The listed edge angle, blade thickness and material provide more detail than a basic cleaver listing.
- The stated Pakkawood handle and forged construction may appeal to buyers looking for those materials and build style.
- The described uses cover common chopping, slicing, mincing and dicing tasks.
Technical specifications
14 specifications| Brand | SANMEIHO |
|---|---|
| Model | SMHCS-2025-03-10E |
| Blade material | Japanese Powder Steel |
|---|---|
| Handle material | Pakkawood |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Construction | Forged |
| Blade hardness | 63HRC POWDER STEEL |
| Blade edge angle | 12° double-sided edge angle |
| Blade thickness | 2mm thick blade design |
| Blade colour | Steel |
| Listed size | 18cm |
|---|---|
| Item length | 17 Centimetres |
| Weight listed | 0.39 Kilograms |
| Dishwasher safe | Yes |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
Listing details are inconsistent: the title and size field say 18cm, the item-length field says 17 Centimetres, and the item type says “6.7 Inch Boning Knife” despite the cleaver and vegetable-chopper descriptions. Verify the intended knife type and measurements. The manufacturer also claims 63 HRC, but the listing does not provide an independent measurement. The dishwasher-safe field says Yes, while the supplied product description does not explain care requirements for the blade or Pakkawood handle. Follow any care instructions supplied with the knife.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Home cooks wanting a single knife described for routine meat and vegetable preparation.
- Buyers who specifically want a Pakkawood handle and a claimed narrow-angle edge.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need a confirmed boning-knife or cleaver profile before ordering, given the conflicting product-type descriptions.
- Buyers seeking a Damascus blade. The manufacturer says the laser-engraved pattern is not Damascus.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
79% 79% - 4 stars
13% 13% - 3 stars
6% 6% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
2% 2%
Aggregate ratings are mostly in the five-star category, with a smaller share of lower ratings. Without written feedback, these figures cannot show what buyers liked or disliked, or establish how the knife performs. Treat the rating as limited context and weigh the listing’s conflicting knife-type and length descriptions against your needs.
Frequently asked questions
What type of knife is this?
The title and feature text describe a cleaver or chopping knife, but the item type calls it a 6.7-inch boning knife. Confirm the profile with the seller or listing images before ordering.
How long is the knife?
The listing gives 18cm as the size and 17 Centimetres as the item length. It does not clarify whether those figures refer to different measurements.
Is the blade Damascus?
No. The manufacturer explicitly says the laser-engraved blade pattern is not Damascus.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
The listing marks it dishwasher safe, but does not provide further care guidance for the blade and Pakkawood handle.
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