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The Berkel Model 5 flywheel slicer<\/b> was manufactured between 1922 and 1928<\/b>. As one of the first models assembled in Italy at the Brevetti van Berkel Italia<\/i> factories in Chiavenna, it holds significant historical value. The Model 5 was also produced extensively at the Berkel facilities in Buenos Aires, Argentina, serving as a key milestone in the brand’s international expansion.<\/p>\n
Designed as an upgrade to the Berkel Model 3, early production runs retained the floral flywheel and sharpener of its predecessor. Later variations introduced the first fully closed flywheel\u2014featuring distinct embossed lettering depending on the country of manufacture\u2014and an updated sharpener design that became the standard for several subsequent Berkel models.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":7108,"template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"
The Berkel Model 5 flywheel slicer<\/b> was manufactured between 1922 and 1928<\/b>. As one of the first models assembled in Italy at the Brevetti van Berkel Italia<\/i> factories in Chiavenna, it holds significant historical value. The Model 5 was also produced extensively at the Berkel facilities in Buenos Aires, Argentina, serving as a key milestone in the brand's international expansion.<\/p>\r\n
Designed as an upgrade to the Berkel Model 3, early production runs retained the floral flywheel and sharpener of its predecessor. Later variations introduced the first fully closed flywheel\u2014featuring distinct embossed lettering depending on the country of manufacture\u2014and an updated sharpener design that became the standard for several subsequent Berkel models.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Clamping Arm:<\/b> Redesigned meat clamp featuring variations based on the original region and period of production.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Opaline Glass Plate:<\/b> The food tray and grooved plate are constructed from durable white opaline glass.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Slice Adjustment:<\/b> Precise 15-position slice thickness regulator fixed on the right side of the machine body.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Original Color Options:<\/b> Originally offered in Red, Black, Blue, Ivory, and Green<\/b>.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Pedestal Options:<\/b> While often placed directly on butcher counters or display tables, Berkel offered three distinct optional pedestal designs across different production periods.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Production Period:<\/b> 1922 \u2013 1928<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Manufacturing Origins:<\/b> Chiavenna (Italy) & Buenos Aires (Argentina)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Slice Thickness Positions:<\/b> 15 settings<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Net Weight:<\/b> 102 kg<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Overall Dimensions:<\/b> 840 mm (L) x 620 mm (W) x 660 mm (H)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Base Footprint:<\/b> 250 mm (Front) x 300 mm (Rear) x 460 mm (Length)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Every Berkel Model 5 Green<\/b> slicer restored in the laboratories of The World's Best Slicers<\/b> follows a strict, museum-grade conservation approach:<\/p>\r\n\r\n Conservation First:<\/b> Original worn or broken components are repaired rather than replaced whenever possible.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Precision Engineering:<\/b> Parts undergo material deposition welding, custom milling, or turning to restore original factory dimensions and full functionality.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Authentic Spares:<\/b> Any missing components are replaced exclusively using original spare parts sourced from historical factories or period donor machines.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Cryo-Stripping:<\/b> Non-abrasive cryogenic stripping removes old finishes while preserving the underlying cast iron structure.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Eco-Compliant Paints:<\/b> Repainted with modern, environmentally safe coatings precise-matched to original historic color formulas\u2014including classic Berkel Green.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Copal Decals:<\/b> Finished exclusively using authentic copal paint decals. We never use stickers, airbrushing, or unauthorized artistic alterations.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Each restored Berkel Model 5 Green<\/b> is delivered with an Official Certificate of Originality and Guarantee<\/b>, certifying its mechanical precision, historical accuracy, and long-term value.<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[63],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-6972","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-berkel-europa","first","instock","shipping-taxable","product-type-simple"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\tTechnical Specifications & Dimensions<\/h2>\r\n
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