Saturday, February 14, 2026

What is the purpose of this machine?


 

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  1. A search on the internet tells me that it is a meat slicer.

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    1. You’re sort of correct. It's an elephant circumciser. The operator doesn’t get paid much, but the tips are big.

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    2. bogsidebunny, your comment has officially been stolen! ROFLMAO

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  2. My guess it does lots of takes
    Slices meat rasor thin
    Grinds coffee
    Sews patches on work clothes
    Loads empty bullet cases
    Peals apples or potatoes

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  3. This item is a vintage-style Berkel Volano Flywheel Slicer, typically recognized as a collectible piece of kitchen equipment due to its artisanal design inspired by historic models from the 1920s.
    Product Type: Manual flywheel slicer, often paired with a pedestal stand for display.
    Design: Features a distinctive red painted aluminum body with stainless steel details and a decorative flywheel.
    Features: Includes a built-in sharpener, adjustable slice thickness, and sometimes an NFC chip to certify originality.
    Usage: Designed for slicing cured meats, prosciutto, and cheese with precision.

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    1. “…typically recognized as a collectible piece of kitchen equipment due to its artisanal design…”

      $$KA-CHINNNNG!!!$$$

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  4. Anytime I see a machine I don't recognize, I know it is a key cutting machine.

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  5. I don't know, but whatever it is, I want one.

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  6. Apple peeler, adjustable to the thousandths of a inch...Took the tour here in pueblo at AtlasPacific.

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    1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCFMXGOT2rc

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  7. Slobodovian nostril enlarger, very rare.

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  8. https://smsfoodpro.com/products/berkel-volano-tribute-flywheel-slicer

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