Mandolin slicer recommendations

milesvdustin

Anyone have a rec for a good one? Going to be using it for making real thin slices for dehydrating veggies and all sorts of things. 

1move

I have two, one is fully SS and the other is plastic. I like them both I find the stainless steel one is a little harder to use if the flat part isn't wet, but not having so many pieces and it being an all in one is awesome and takes less room for storage. 

Here are the two I have;

http://www.amazon.com/Swissmar-Borner-Power-Mandoline-V-7000/dp/B003CN6Q1Y

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006OBAI56/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1462942405&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=stainless+steel+mandoline&dpPl=1&dpID=31BCkYPPrdL&ref=plSrch

Focker

Really like my "Benny".  Even comes with some Japanese candy.  

http://www.amazon.com/Harold-Import-Company-BN1-Mandoline/dp/B0000VZ57C

gdenby

Focker said:

Really like my "Benny".  Even comes with some Japanese candy.  

http://www.amazon.com/Harold-Import-Company-BN1-Mandoline/dp/B0000VZ57C

What he said. Also cuts paper thin slices of skin.

SmokinTiger81

I normally check the reviews and ratings on cooksillustrated.com.  Here is the top rated pick from last test they did  (prior top pick was the Oxy one which I bought back then, I would buy this new top rated one if buying now and this is a lower priced one too).  http://www.amazon.com/Swissmar-Borner-V-1001-V-Slicer-Mandoline/dp/B0000632QE/ref=sr_1_20?ie=UTF8&qid=1462973761&sr=8-20&keywords=mandoline'

northGAcock

I have an earlier model of this one. There are only a few minor changes that are mostly cosmetic. I have been happy with it. Not sure you need to spend a c note on one though.  http://www.amazon.com/OXO-SteeL-Chefs-Mandoline-Slicer/dp/B003L0OP1G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1462976736&sr=8-2&keywords=oxo+slicer+mandolin

ScottNC

I have a Matfer earlier model 2000, it's excellent, but pricey. Same thoughts as northGAcock though, not sure it's necessary to spend almost $200!

blasting

SmokinTiger81 said:

I normally check the reviews and ratings on cooksillustrated.com.  Here is the top rated pick from last test they did  (prior top pick was the Oxy one which I bought back then, I would buy this new top rated one if buying now and this is a lower priced one too).  http://www.amazon.com/Swissmar-Borner-V-1001-V-Slicer-Mandoline/dp/B0000632QE/ref=sr_1_20?ie=UTF8&qid=1462973761&sr=8-20&keywords=mandoline'

I have the one you reference.  It is a good unit.  Made of plastic, but made in Germany.

http://www.amazon.com/Swissmar-Borner-V-1001-V-Slicer-Mandoline/dp/B0000632QE/ref=pd_sbs_79_8?ie=UTF8&dpID=315hDZ0XopL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160,160_&refRID=18ZT3P2F6RMH6RH615NF

bettysnephew

And while you're at it, buy a cut proof glove to wear. Those things are wicked sharp and a few things don't fit well in the holders.

ScottNC

I agree, very dangerous, I always use the pusher and try to trim first. Usually throw on an OvGlove too.

fishlessman

mine doesnt nick fingers it takes them. looking at the pic i thinkthat could be a permanent blood stain on it

SmokinTiger81

Agree on wearing cut glove when using these, or slicing anything for that matter with a knife.  Too many stories of ER trips for stitches.  The plastic v metal issue seems a non-issue.  The plastic Oxy one I have has held up fine.

DaveRichardson

From my standpoint, I agree that the cut glove is a must as well.  I can't tell you how many sever finger lacerations and partial tip amputations I've seen thru the years from these slicers.

My daughter bought me an el-cheapo one  thru a fundraising program at her school.  Its works just as fine as the big $$ one that is now riding on a top shelf.  The little one will regular slice, wavy cut, and has two additional blades for making hashbrowns (I don't know what the blade cut is called!!!)

Legume

We have the more deluxe of the plastic oxo ones, maybe $35-40? Thickness is easily adjusted, different blades, yada yada.  Works well and I like the hand thing that holds the food.  Some aren't so great but this one seems to work well.  Red bell pepper seems to stain it a bit if you care about that.

Canugghead

PSA - please be careful no matter which one you buy, don't ask how I know 

jlsm

I wear a glove but don't use the pusher. If you keep your palm - not your fingers - flat on the food and parallel to the cutter, you're good. I have the Mafter, too, but imagine lots of less expensive versions are good. I do like the three sizes for matchsticks. 

SmokinTiger81

I definitely use pusher on Oxy brand.  It has plunger with 4 moving spikes on underside that grab food firmly.  No way would i use that thing without the food holder/finger saving guard unless it is first few slices off something really big  (onion v. pickle)

smokeyw

jlsm said:

I wear a glove but don't use the pusher. If you keep your palm - not your fingers - flat on the food and parallel to the cutter, you're good. I have the Mafter, too, but imagine lots of less expensive versions are good. I do like the three sizes for matchsticks. 

Then it just tales a thin slice of palm!

DaveRichardson

smokeyw said:

Then it just tales a thin slice of palm!

But that'll solve other issues!!!!

blasting

DaveRichardson said:

smokeyw said:

Then it just tales a thin slice of palm!

But that'll solve other issues!!!!

it will help gloves fit better....

Carolina Q

I just use a knife.

The folks at Serious Eats seem to like the Benriner. 

theyolksonyou

Carolina Q said:

I just use a knife.

The folks at Serious Eats seem to like the Benriner. 

This. I have a cheapo OXO and it worked great the two times I've used it. 

Hotch

We have the V-1001. We love it.
It does slices, small and medium Julian and also makes short work for small and medium cubes. I wear it out on onions. Not just a slicer.

tonyled

i just use the one on the side of my box grater

Little Steven

Bron or any other quality European make...all stainless. Watch your fingers. The plastic ones from Germany or OK but not as versatile.

Little Steven

fishlessman said:

mine doesnt nick fingers it takes them. looking at the pic i thinkthat could be a permanent blood stain on it

I throw up a bit in my mouth every time you put that pic up. Don't like the sight of blood unless it's coming  from something I intend to eat.

SoCalWJS

blasting said:

SmokinTiger81 said:

I normally check the reviews and ratings on cooksillustrated.com.  Here is the top rated pick from last test they did  (prior top pick was the Oxy one which I bought back then, I would buy this new top rated one if buying now and this is a lower priced one too).  http://www.amazon.com/Swissmar-Borner-V-1001-V-Slicer-Mandoline/dp/B0000632QE/ref=sr_1_20?ie=UTF8&qid=1462973761&sr=8-20&keywords=mandoline'

I have the one you reference.  It is a good unit.  Made of plastic, but made in Germany.

http://www.amazon.com/Swissmar-Borner-V-1001-V-Slicer-Mandoline/dp/B0000632QE/ref=pd_sbs_79_8?ie=UTF8&dpID=315hDZ0XopL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160,160_&refRID=18ZT3P2F6RMH6RH615NF

I've had one of these for years w/o issues. Bought it at a Swap Meet "Demo" pretty cheap. It will lead to a loss of blood if not careful. Took it to work once to do prep for 4th of July BBQ and somebody else used it. I warned 'em. Didn't do any good though....

DoubleEgger

This one has provided me with a decade of flawless service. I put it in the dishwasher after each use too. 

https://www.oxo.com/chef-s-mandoline-slicer-250

RRP

fishlessman said:

mine doesnt nick fingers it takes them. looking at the pic i thinkthat could be a permanent blood stain on it

I have that very same one, but without the blood testimony! It really works well as simple as it is! My wife was always scared when I used that one so 10 years ago she bought me one that had too many safety features to suit me so I bought a Food Network model that I love and use all the time now. With only a 3.25" throat that may be too small for some charcuterie it sure works fine for vegetables.

RRP

Here's that inexpensive one I just mentioned. Works great for me!

logchief

blasting said:

SmokinTiger81 said:

I normally check the reviews and ratings on cooksillustrated.com.  Here is the top rated pick from last test they did  (prior top pick was the Oxy one which I bought back then, I would buy this new top rated one if buying now and this is a lower priced one too).  http://www.amazon.com/Swissmar-Borner-V-1001-V-Slicer-Mandoline/dp/B0000632QE/ref=sr_1_20?ie=UTF8&qid=1462973761&sr=8-20&keywords=mandoline'

I have the one you reference.  It is a good unit.  Made of plastic, but made in Germany.

http://www.amazon.com/Swissmar-Borner-V-1001-V-Slicer-Mandoline/dp/B0000632QE/ref=pd_sbs_79_8?ie=UTF8&dpID=315hDZ0XopL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160,160_&refRID=18ZT3P2F6RMH6RH615NF

Have one from the same manufacturer (Borner) and have had it for 30+years and still works like a champ, Mine also has crosscut slicing blades for fries and julienne in a holder that will mount.  Blows me away that they're still out there.

http://www.amazon.com/Swissmar-Borner-V-Prep-Mandoline-V-5000/dp/B000VZRZE8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1463014381&sr=8-3&keywords=swissmar+borner+mandoline

Mine with a different colored holder