It looks as though the safety holder may prevent the ability to slice the entire piece of food. Is there left over food that has to be knife sliced?
323766
Generally the amount remaining is just over/under a slice as the holder has a presser that pushes the food being sliced to the bottom and even with the base of the holder.
323767
While there is a little bit left over it is hardly worth worrying about getting a knife dirty for unless you are making a big batch of something.
1170547
i dont know but i think there is a diferent knife for this. see the sushi knife
986643
The spikes are not sharp enough to pierce the tomato...? Try to hold the safety guard at an angle, while holding the slicer at less of an angle. The safety guard dose not hold the tomato or what ever your slicing it just pushes or guides it through the blades.
2180830
Yes, I had the same problem. Take some scissors and trim the ends to make it easier for the food to come out. Just be careful not to trim too much because then it will come out too quickly and easily.
243544
I have found that I do need to stop and start a bit when slicing through a block of cheddar cheese fresh out of the refrigerator (not freezer). This is not a problem at all--just my two cents. Overall, I would recommend this slicer.
1385030
the holder would not hold on to a long cucumber or carrot...not strong enough to be safe..I worked in a rest home kitchen as cook's helper and I can make those long strips without the guard but I am used to doing that...you really have to pay attention while doing so...so I would not advise it unless you are careful to go slow and have no one around so you can stay focused on what you are doing...hope this was helpful...Nessie
889867
I didn't find this to be a problem since the holder can be pushed down by finger pressure as you go, which lowers the food until there is next to nothing left. However, skinny things like carrots can be trickier to mount in the holder just right so it happens correctly.
1600557
I am sure you can. I have only used it for a cake, but the knife didn't harm the plate or knife at all.
1561674
Yes, you just move the slicer blade out of the way. I did this with potatoes and it worked great.
1760429
Unfortunately, I have not used the slicer to slice anything. But my husband used to do jerky and he said he used a chef's knife on meat that was partially frozen. You may want to check out You Tube to see if someone else has tried doing what you are proposing.
513086
There is a limit to what they could put on this knife. It can't have EVERYTHING! That would be silly.
441141
I wouldn't recommend it. They have a fiber on the inside and I think if it is cut it would fray and possibly get on food.
174772
Nowhere on the plastic does it mention dishwasher info. The spaces for the knife to move between all the plastic spacers is so narrow that if they warp at all from the dishwasher heat the knife would no longer move freely for slicing. Personally I wouldn't risk it, especially as you are just dealing with dry bread crumbs left on the unit and a hot soap and water rinse ought to do for any sterilization needed.
1265451
It is if you use it correctly. The handles hold the vegetables and will keep your hands away from the blades. As soon as you are done slicing turn the cutting width dial to the safety position. Be careful.
750429
Yes, as long as it wasn't one that puffed up well over the top of the container. But if that is the case, just cut a few slices off the bottom and slide it down.
169221
If your blade is clean and rust free to begin with it will help protect it. Don't use the blade to cut food items.
829088
I would probably use a large cleaver or a knife that is a lot larger to cut it down to manageable pieces then use the Mac to finish it. You have to be careful the knife is very sharp use care and common sense keep your fingers out of the way, enjoy this knife it is a work of art and fun to use. Safety first is the motto when using any sharp object. Cook away.