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Proctor Silex

Proctor Silex Easy Slice Electric Knife for Meat Slicing

  • Electric Knive
4.6/ 5 on Amazon1,943Amazon ratings74,312+bought last month
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Best forYou carve whole meats or bread regularly and want a lightweight electric knife

A straightforward, lightweight electric knife for carving meat and bread, with enough cord length to reach across a serving table.

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Overview

Carving turkeys, roasts, and bread loaves is the job of the Proctor Silex 74312, an electric knife with a 120-watt motor and reciprocating, serrated stainless steel blades.

Proctor Silex positions it for both kitchen carving and craft use, cutting foam and similar materials with the same reciprocating blade action. A 5-foot cord gives extra reach when carving a large roast or turkey at the table, and the trigger control keeps operation to a single squeeze.

  • 120-watt reciprocating motor
  • Serrated stainless steel blades
  • 5-foot cord length
  • Lightweight, contoured ergonomic grip

Who it's for

Useful for anyone who regularly carves whole turkeys, hams, or roasts, or who bakes bread loaves and wants clean slices. Also handy for crafters cutting foam, though it's a kitchen appliance first.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out
  • 120-watt motor for consistent slicing
  • 5-foot cord reaches across a table
  • Works in either hand
What to check first
  • Corded, so no cordless option
  • Serrated blades are not user-sharpenable

Performance notes

Two reciprocating, serrated stainless steel blades handle the cutting motion, powered by a 120-watt motor and a simple trigger control rather than multiple buttons. The contoured grip is shaped to sit comfortably in either hand, and the 5-foot cord extends well beyond a typical countertop for carving at a dining table.

Specifications

BrandProctor Silex
Model74312G

How it compares

This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric knives.

ProductAmazon ratingRatingsProductDome score
Proctor Silex Easy Slice Electric Knife for Meat SlicingThis product4.6 / 51,943 -
Reemix Electric KnifeReemix4.4 / 51,4964.2 / 5
NutriChef Electric Carving Slicer Kitchen KnifeNutriChef4.4 / 51304.0 / 5
OVENTE Electric Knife Set with Two Serrated Stainless Steel BladesOvente3.6 / 5673.6 / 5
Frequently asked

Questions about the Proctor Silex 74312G

Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".

What can the Proctor Silex 74312 electric knife cut?

It is built for meat, poultry, and bread, and it also cuts craft foam and similar materials.

How long is the cord on the Proctor Silex 74312?

It has a 5-foot cord for extra reach when carving large items.

Is the Proctor Silex electric knife heavy to hold?

No, it has a lightweight, contoured grip designed to be comfortable in either hand.