Cleaver: An Ideal Knife To Have On Hand For Cutting Through Bone

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By: Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Published On: 9/21/2018 Last Modified: 1/13/2025

When cutting through bones, a cleaver is a great tool to have in the kitchen. The heft of these knives allows you to easily whack your way through bigger bones like lamb shanks or duck necks. I don’t use mine often, but every now and then I’m glad I have one.

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