Okay, so I finally caved and bought the Berkel Red Line 250 slicer after months of drooling over it. First impression? This thing is *sexy*—like, ‘should I put it on the dining table as decor?’ level sleek. The black finish? Chef’s kiss.

Used it to slice prosciutto for a charcuterie board, and holy uniformity, Batman! The thickness knob is so smooth—went from paper-thin to steak-cut ham without a single wonky slice. Also, the built-in sharpener? Genius. Tested it out (because buttons are fun), and it’s idiot-proof.

Cleaning was shockingly easy. The detachable parts pop off, and no creepy meat gunk hides in corners. Downsides? It’s heavier than my cat but lighter than my regrets. Storage’s tight in my tiny kitchen, but worth the Tetris struggle.

Verdict: 10/10 would slice again. If you’re debating—just get it. Your sandwiches (and Instagram) will thank you.