John—January 29, 2024✓ Verified purchase
Greetings, cheese aficionados, lactose lovers, and anyone who believes that slicing cheese is a skill worthy of an Olympic gold medal. Today, I present to you the Prodyne Butcher Block Cheese Slicer – the tool that turns your kitchen into a cheese-slicing arena. First things first, the aesthetics. This butcher block is like the rockstar of kitchen tools. It's got this beautiful wood finish that makes you feel like a cheese connoisseur every time you whip it out. I half expected it to start singing a ballad about the trials and tribulations of a Gouda's life. Now, onto the performance. Using the Prodyne Butcher Block is like participating in the cheese Olympics. You feel a surge of pride and accomplishment as you gracefully glide through your favorite block of cheddar. It's so satisfying; I almost expect the announcer from the Food Network to start commentating on my cheese-slicing technique. And let's not forget the cheese wire – the unsung hero of this culinary spectacle. It's sturdy, reliable, and manages to make you feel like a cheese ninja slicing through the dairy matrix. I may have even attempted some cheese-slicing katas, but we won't talk about that. However, one word of caution: do not attempt to slice your problems away. The Prodyne Butcher Block may be a cheese-slicing wizard, but it won't solve existential crises or unreturned library books. In conclusion, the Prodyne Butcher Block Cheese Slicer is not just a kitchen tool; it's a lifestyle. It transforms the mundane act of slicing cheese into a culinary performance worthy of standing ovations. So, if you're ready to embark on a cheese-slicing adventure that will leave your taste buds and kitchen applauding, this is the block for you. Happy slicing, my fellow cheese enthusiasts! Read more
Kenneth J. Meder—November 4, 2025✓ Verified purchase
A Great cheese cutter! I buy cheese in 5 pound loaves, then cut them up and vacuum seal them. Usually I’m buying 5 year and 10 year cheddar, which is prone to crumbling. With this cheese slicer I have had great luck with cutting fragile cheese and keeping it in chunks for sealing. Very happy with the purchase! Read more
Jen O.—July 3, 2019✓ Verified purchase
I started buying the big 2lb bricks of cheese from Sam's & wanted something other than a hand-held slicer since I can't cut straight to save my life. I've used this several times now & these are my impressions thus far: 1. First of all, the wood is REALLY pretty & would be nice if left out during a party / gathering. 2. I'm very glad I watched the manufacturer video on how to gently pull the arm out so the blade aligns with the cutting groove. I actually find myself adjusting the arm periodically so the blade doesn't hit the wood. Not a big deal, just something to note so the blade doesn't snap. 3. I've used this to cut sharp cheddar and colby/jack & the slicer worked well in both. I'm amazed at how paper-thin I can get the cheddar! No way I could do that with a hand-held slicer! Can't wait to try it on softer cheeses too. 4. The little rubber feet on the bottom really help keep the slicer from sliding around. This is crucial, not only from a safety standpoint, but also allows the cuts to be straight & uniform. 5. Cleanning the slicer is generally easy. I just carefully wipe my sponge across the blade and cutting board. Only thing I don't like is trying to clean the cutting groove. Even a cotton swab was too big - so still experimenting on the best method to clean it. 6. To ensure the blade doesn't get pushed up /exposed while storing in the cupboard, I simply placed a big rubberband around the whole arm/cutting board. Overall, I'm very pleased with my purchase & hope this slicer lasts for years to come. As an added note, I got this slicer from the Amazon Warehouse for half the normal cost & it it has a small scuff mark on the top. Thought I'd mention since I almost passed this cutter by! Always worth checking out those discounted deals... Hope reading this review helps someone make an informed purchase decision. Please give a click if I've been helpful. Read more
donna harmon—October 29, 2025✓ Verified purchase
Love this my daughter bought me one and liked it so my that I bought her one. I cut the cheese and then store it in refrigerator so it's a quick and easy snack Read more
J. Davis—February 17, 2009✓ Verified purchase
I really like this cheese slicer. I had no problems with a broken wire and adjusting the wire so it lines up with the slot in the board is extremely easy. In the event that the wire does break, there is a label on the bottom with instructions for obtaining a new one (which costs a dollar). This is a nice place to put it since who keeps (or can find) the instruction sheets for all your kitchen gadgets when you need them? For me the biggest decision was choosing between a hand held wire-type cheese slicer, cheese knives, or a block-mounted wire slicer (like this one). I've tried the first two and had these complaints: - Hand held wire slicer: does not slice straight. I could never get a nice even cut. - Cheese knives: do not work well with soft cheeses (like Brie). The knife has so much surface area, the soft cheeses stick to it and get squished as you slice, and are a pain to pull each piece off the knife before you can cut another slice. As for a board-mounted wire slicer: I've been very satisfied with this (it is my first). I find it cuts through all types of cheeses very well. I just recently cut a bunch of Italian Fatina cheese too thick so I held each 1/4 inch piece under the wire and was able to slice them in half with ease. I would definitely recommend a board-mounted wire cheese cutter... the only question is whether or not you want one like this that can hold crackers. Otherwise, choose a style with a smaller footprint. Read more