The Joyce Chen is practical for continuous slicing or thin strands. If you demand very thin matchstick slices, and don't want continuous strands, the Benriner is more versatile with 3 settings, and the Borner has a fixed setting and comes with a separate waffle cutter. Cleaning mandolin slicers should be done immediately after use, to prevent foodstuffs drying on the parts. Stainless units can go in the dishwasher if you're careful to position them where they won't cut or damage other utensils with their sharp blades. Steel units should be hand washed, dried immediately, and lightly oiled before storing.
Electric slicers can be real time savers.
Depending on your needs, the everyday user might opt for the top of the line in Chef's Choice Professional Sharpener. The Gourmet version also has a high quality motor and many features of the Professional unit. The occasional user will do well with the Krups slicer, with its plastic body that folds up easy storage. To Top of Page Click on small photos to see larger version. Shipping takes approx.