Food Slicer Brands

If you're a lover of deli sandwiches, you'll be able to make professional style subs with a food slicer in your kitchen. Your sandwiches will taste great when ingredients are sliced on a food slicer in your home kitchen.

Rival food slicers and Nesco food slicers are two of the bigger brands of food slicers that are available. Both Rival and Nesco food slicers come with high-quality stainless steel serrated blades and safety features such as hand guards, and switches to protect you.

Rival food slicers

Rival may have slightly different features for each model, but here are some of the common options available:

Thickness control that is easy to adjust

The ability to change speed

A cutting board built-in for other cutting if necessary

A collection tray that is removable for cleaning

The option to fold up for easy storage

Heavy enough and with skid-resistant feet to stay firmly on counter while in use

The Rival name is known for 35 years of manufacturing food slicers and has parts that can be replaced

Nesco food slicers

Again Nesco food slicers may vary by model, but here are some of the most common offerings:

Durable cast-aluminum housing

A tilted slicing surface that makes slicing easier

Solingen ® cutting blade, manufactured in Germany to maintain its edge for years

Sturdy tray to catch food as it is sliced

A hand guard that moves easily with you

Compact design for easy storage

Simple disassembly for cleanup (machine washable)

Another option

Stainless steel meat food slicers are made by various companies. These food slicers offer:

Professional and effortless slices of harder sausages, cheeses, and thick breads as well as the softer foods

Stainless steel casing vs. aluminum or plastic

Sturdiness during operation

Stable food guides

Consistent and precise slices every time

Speed control

Large platform for larger foods to be sliced

Tips to remember

Whether Rival, Nesco, a stainless steel food slicer, or another brand of food slicer:

1. Always be careful

2. Read the directions

3. Use on a level, sturdy surface

4. Know the safety features

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