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The Berkel Model 7 flywheel slicer<\/b> is one of the most iconic vintage food preparation machines ever produced. Manufactured between 1922 and 1928<\/b>, the Model 7 represents the second major model assembled directly in the Italian factories under Van Berkel’s Patent Italy<\/i>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":7043,"template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Vintage Berkel Europe Model 7 Blue Slicer: History, Specs & Restoration<\/h1>\r\n
The Berkel Model 7 flywheel slicer<\/b> is one of the most iconic vintage food preparation machines ever produced. Manufactured between 1922 and 1928<\/b>, the Model 7 represents the second major model assembled directly in the Italian factories under Van Berkel's Patent Italy<\/i>.<\/p>\r\n
Evolved as a specialized variant of the legendary Berkel Model 5, the Model 7 features a redesigned open clamping arm facing the flywheel, allowing operators to secure longer products much faster. While classic models came in red, black, and ivory, rare custom editions\u2014such as the Berkel Model 7 Blue<\/b>\u2014remain highly prized among international collectors.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Production Period:<\/b> 1922 \u2013 1928<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Assembly:<\/b> Van Berkel's Patent Italy (Italian Factories)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Design Evolution:<\/b> Variant of the Berkel Model 5 (featuring an open-arm product clamp)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Slice Thickness Adjustment:<\/b> 15-position precise mechanism<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Original Color Options:<\/b> Red, Black, Ivory, and custom Blue<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Blade Sharpener:<\/b> Enclosed\/streamlined sharpener hood (careened closed<\/i>)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Net Weight:<\/b> 105 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 The Berkel Model 7 inherited mechanical features from the classic early-century Rotterdam engineering standards. Depending on the target market and production batch, these slicers featured distinct floral-pattern flywheels and blade configurations:<\/p>\r\n\r\n Italian Market Version:<\/b> Equipped with a 357 mm floral flywheel<\/b> embossed with \"Berkel\u2019s Patent Rotterdam\"<\/i> (distributed in Italy by Bach & Co., Piazza Cavour, Milan<\/i>).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t First Series International:<\/b> Featured a 350 mm blade<\/b> and a 399 mm flywheel<\/b> embossed with \"van Berkel\u2019s Patent Rotterdam Holland\"<\/i>.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Second Series International:<\/b> Upgraded to a larger 370 mm blade<\/b> and a 394 mm flywheel<\/b> with the official Rotterdam marking.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Every antique Berkel Model 7 Blue<\/b> restored in the laboratories of The World's Best Slicers<\/b> undergoes an uncompromising, museum-grade conservation process:<\/p>\r\n\r\n Conservation First:<\/b> Worn or damaged components are restored rather than replaced whenever possible.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Precision Engineering:<\/b> Parts are rebuilt using material deposition welding followed by custom turning or milling to bring them back to exact factory specifications.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Authentic Spares:<\/b> If parts are missing, only period-correct original spare parts from vintage Berkel donor machines are used.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Cryo-Stripping:<\/b> Non-abrasive cryogenic paint removal preserves the structural integrity of the original cast iron.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Compliant Modern Paints:<\/b> Repainted using non-toxic, eco-compliant coatings reformulated to match historical color shades\u2014including the rare vintage Berkel Blue.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Original Copal Decals:<\/b> Finished exclusively with authentic copal paint decals. We strictly avoid modern stickers, airbrushing, or non-historical fantasy artwork.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Certificate of Originality:<\/b> Delivered complete with an Official Certificate of Originality and Guarantee<\/b>.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","_et_gb_content_width":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[63],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-6973","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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Historical Flywheel Variations & Origins<\/h2>\r\n
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Expert Restoration by \"The World's Best Slicers\"<\/h2>\r\n
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