Premium Thick Acacia Wood End Grain Cutting Board Butcher Block with Groove, 16 x 12 x 1 3/4 in | For Chopping & Serving Cheese | (Gift Box Included) with BONUS e-Book

The block I received is in good shape with good joints and finish. I rubbed it down with mineral oil several times and have used it daily to chop/cut vegetables, cheese and other foods to cook. No problems with grooves from cutting and seems to heal well. Have a used a variety of knives for different foods and got good results. It did seem to slide around so I put a non-stick pad under it which helps keep it in place. Cleans up well and another plus is that mine also looks very good.

Pros: I've used this almost every day for the last 4 months and it continues to impress me. This matches my acacia Wusthof knife block and pairs perfectly with the knives. Before I bought this, I used to use bamboo cutting boards and plastic prior to those. My god - you can really tell when you're cutting into end-grain as opposed to a hard surface like bamboo or plastic. You can feel your knife "stick" into the grain as it conforms to the edge rather than skidding across the top and dulling the edge. The juice grooves are also the nice touch for cutting tomatoes or anything that has a tendency to spill over the edge of your cutting surface. I didn't realize how useful the handles on the sides of this block would be until I started using it, they're perfect for carrying your chopped up ingredients to the stove-top without having to lodge your fingers under the cutting surface only to spill your ingredients onto the counter/floor. Don't even get me started on acacia. It looks fantastic in the kitchen and it's a very renewable wood as it grows pretty quickly compared to other woods. I used to store my cutting boards in the cabinet but you better believe that this looks good enough to leave on the countertop. Keep this thing oiled and you are good to go. Cons: Absolutely none

Bought this cutting board or rather BUTCHER'S BLOCK a couple of weeks ago and overall rate it as 5 STAR product. Overall it really improved the quality of my life/health I was shocked how such a simple darn thing can do that. It basically increased my will to cook and cut fruits meats and vegetables on it. It makes that more FUN! PROs: HIGH QUALITY - Being a product made of natural Acacia wood I was impressed with the quality of its construction. No rough edges no cracks no inconsistent discoloration. HIGH UTILITY - Its got a deep groove going around the top for capturing foods that leak ex. tomatoes. 2 grooves on each side for carrying. Underside is FLAT so if you want all flat and more space you can flip it. PRESENTABILITY - I never have to put this thing away it's become like a piece of art for my counter top. CUSTOMER SUPPORT - although I have not had to use it, the company was very proactive about letting me know they would make good if I had any issues. CONs Its a simple product so I can't think of anything significant enough to mention. I guess maybe the fact that its not machine washable but even that is kind of a joke.. its natural wood. FINALLY I tried my video review skills on this one so you can watch that to give you more perspective but I really should have made myself some bullet points even before just trying it on the fly. This was fully impromptu but I just haven't gone back and done it better so I hope I don't get too much judgment on that. Maybe i'll go back in the future and replace this video with a better one. In the meantime Snag one of these ASAP - At retail they are like $200 after tax!

Beautifully crafted! It arrived unseasoned so I took some mineral oil and a paper towel to it. I included before and after pictures. I applied a layer on one side and the edges then waited 2 hours. I then turned it over and applied a layer of oil on that side as well. Boards need care! Any vegetable oil will do, except olive oil as it will gunk it up. I use mineral oil. Seasoning your board will make it water resistant and also prevent splitting/cracking. Clean with a mild dish soap and then dry it. Once it is completely dry, apply a little oil. You can get away with no oiling it every time, but you should at least apply some oil every week if you use it daily. Premium boards need care, but they will perform for years and years. Why did I get an end grain board? It is easier on my blades. Instead of smashing onto the side of the grain, the blade slides in between them on an end grain board. You can't tell the difference with your hands, but on the microscopic level your blades will stay sharp much longer.

Just received my Hardwood Chef cutting board and it came beautifully packaged. LOVE it ! Its such a nice decorative piece on the counter but also works well for food prep. The different wood patterns are also a great touch. It is not too heavy to store in my cabinet after each use which was a concern. The board is flat and doesn't move around on my counter top while in use. The finger gripes and groove makes this board truly unique. Looking forward to many years of use!

I want this to be a good product but it simply isn't. The board arrived with an obvious crack and a developing hairline crack. It isn't made by a master craftsman. I don't even think it is made by anyone who has done years of woodworking. I ended up doing research on Etsy for a board that's made by an individual craftsman in the USA. And luckily I was able to find one for about the same price. The quality difference though is just day and night.

I was planning on having a little get together with my girlfriends and I absolutely lovvvve preparing cheese and veggie plates for everyone to snack on while we are chatting. When I saw this butcher block online, I could literally imagine myself creating a beautify spread like the ones in the picture. When I finally got it, I could understand why everyone loved the packaging so much. It was like I brought a gift that I couldn't wait to unwrap! When I finally did, the first thing I saw was a gorgeous colors of the beautiful wood. I'm having my girlfriends over this weekend, and I can't wait to go shopping for gourmet cheeses, dried meat and veggies at Whole Foods. I know it's going to give the party a cozy and social feel. Will update this review with pictures soon. Bon appetite!

The workmanship on the board is magnificent in terms of aesthetics, and I would in fact give it a 5 star rating with the exception of one very big issue. The bottom of the board had a 'high' spot in the middle of the board so it 'spins' when placed on a flat surface, of course like a counter-top. Therefore a towel must be placed under the board for it to remain stationary while doing any prep work. I will use it until I find a replacement but I would caution against ordering this unless it is quality inspected before leaving the facility where they are manufactured. Update after one year. I have used this board as a secondary cutting surface for ~ one year now and it is coming apart at the seams. I am soooo tired of buying products where the workmanship is so pathetic. It is also interesting that the manufacturer does not address any of these issues. I would strongly recommend avoiding purchasing this product,