This light-duty cleaver is a great choice for home cooks and chef's who like the size and feel of large knives, but don't need the industrial functionality of something really heavy duty. In addition to processing cuts of meat and small bones, this cleaver is efficient at breaking down vegetables as well. Thanks to a sharp, stainless steel blade and lighter weight, it can also be used for smaller routine kitchen tasks such as slicing and dicing. This cleaver is an excellent choice for an all-around, large multipurpose kitchen knife. 7 inch blade length, made in Japan.