In short: the Graef Manuale H9 slicer is an all-metal hand-crank slicer, with no plug and no motor, for people who want to slice their raclette right at the table. What we take away: a 190 mm serrated stainless steel blade, a thickness adjustable from 0 to 15 mm, a wooden crank and manufacturing in Arnsberg, Germany, but a real footprint and a warranty not detailed on the product page.
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Quick facts on the Graef Manuale H9 slicer
| Feature | Graef Manuale H9 (H9EU) |
|---|---|
| Type | Manual hand-crank slicer (circular blade) |
| Power | No electricity: real wood crank (Graef) |
| Blade | Ø 190 mm, serrated stainless steel blade (Graef) |
| Cutting thickness | 0 to 15 mm, continuously adjustable (Graef) |
| Cutting length | 150 mm (Graef) |
| Dimensions and weight | 375 x 365 x 245 mm (L x W x H), 2.8 kg net (Graef) |
| Foldable / footprint | Not stated by Graef; allow room for a machine 37.5 cm long |
| Materials | All metal, wood, aluminum, stainless steel (Graef) |
| Included accessories | Food holder and user manual (Graef) |
| Cleaning | Stainless steel carriage removable with one hand, easy-to-reach surfaces (Graef); dishwasher use not stated by Graef |
| Safety | Thumb guard built into the carriage, non-slip suction feet (Graef) |
| Warranty | Not stated by Graef on the product page (the site offers a “2+2” warranty extension in its service menu) |
| Made in | “Handmade in Germany”: developed, produced and repaired in Arnsberg (Graef) |
| Indicative price | about €169.99 on the official Graef shop, checked on 11/11/2026 |
What we make of it
No humming motor here: you set the cheese on the carriage, turn the wooden crank, and the 190 mm blade does the work. It is the largest blade in our slicer selection, and Graef presents it first for big loaves of bread, fine ham and crunchy vegetables. Cheese is not mentioned on the official Graef product page, but nothing stops you from using it on a block of semi-hard cheese, as long as you follow a few rules.
For a raclette night, the appeal is simple: the continuous 0 to 15 mm adjustment lets you set the thickness to 3 or 4 mm, the ideal slice for one raclette pan, and repeat it down to the end of the block thanks to the food holder. Take the cheese out of the fridge at the last moment: well chilled, it holds its shape better and the cut stays clean. As for the rind, every household has its habits: some remove it, others keep it for the crispy bit at the bottom of the pan. And since there is no cord and no plug, the H9 can sit in the middle of the table, suction feet down, with everyone taking a turn at the crank.
On the practical side, Graef highlights a stainless steel carriage that folds down and comes off with one hand, plus easy-to-reach surfaces for cleaning; the page says nothing about the dishwasher, so check the supplied user manual. The thumb guard built into the carriage and the suction feet are there for safety.
Strengths
- Works without electricity, at the table as well as in a camper van or garden (Graef)
- Large 190 mm serrated stainless steel blade
- Thickness continuously adjustable from 0 to 15 mm, enough to aim for 3-4 mm
- Handmade in Arnsberg, Germany, according to Graef
Things to consider
- Bulky: 375 x 365 mm on the counter and 2.8 kg
- Warranty not detailed on the product page
- Dishwasher use not stated by Graef
- You have to turn the crank for every slice: for twenty guests, find a volunteer
Who is it for?
For raclette fans who buy their cheese in a block, like retro objects and want a cordless slicer to crank in front of their guests. Also for kitchens without a free socket, camper vans and mountain cabins. Who it isn’t for: people short on counter space, and those who slice large quantities every week, who will save time with a motor.
Alternatives
- Ritter amano5: the other German hand-crank slicer in our selection, supplied with a bamboo board.
- Graef G50: Graef’s small electric model, adjustable from 0 to 20 mm, if you prefer a motor.
- Triangle Sense: a cheese plane, for a few slices without getting out a machine.
- Westmark Master Line 13562270: a cheese knife, the simplest tool for a block of raclette.
Once the cheese is sliced, you still need to decide what to do with it: our raclette recipes are there for that.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Graef Manuale H9 need electricity?
No. It runs on a crank, made of real wood according to Graef, so it can be used at the table, in a camper van or in the garden.
Can you cut 3 to 4 mm raclette slices with the Graef Manuale H9?
Yes, on paper: Graef says the thickness is continuously adjustable from 0 to 15 mm. For a clean cut, slice well-chilled cheese taken out of the fridge at the last moment.
Is the Graef Manuale H9 dishwasher-safe?
Graef does not say. The page mentions a stainless steel carriage removable with one hand and easy-to-reach surfaces for cleaning; check the supplied user manual.
