| | |  | Microplane | Home » » Microplane Professional Coarse Grater | | | | | | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 14.0 inches | | Product Width:
| 2.5 inches | | Product Height:
| 0.75 inches | | Product Weight:
| 0.22 pounds | | Package Length:
| 14.25 inches | | Package Width:
| 4.25 inches | | Package Height:
| 1.34 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.35 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 41 reviews |
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80 of 80 found the following review helpful:
 Everyone Should Have One!!!Feb 05, 2005
By Brian Wicks
This is the second Microplane grater that I have purchased (actually I purchased the extra coarse version), but the only 1 of the 2 that I would give a 5* rating to. The other grater was from the standard line not the professional line. With many kitchen items there are no significant differences between the two, but in this case it definitely matters!
All Microplane graters use the same basic technology for cutting -- technology which was originally developed for the woodworking industry but that has adapted for exceptional service in the kitchen as well. The razor sharp laser cut grating head will make quick & easy work of cheese grating or citrus zesting (if you have the proper size). I would suggest when choosing a size of grater that you choose 1 size larger as the sizing tends to run on the small size.
Now, what makes the professional so much better? Well, the standard line has 3 major/minor flaws: 1) the easy-grip rubber handle tends to capture water when washed, 2) the plastic molded frame holding the grating surface cracks when washed in the dishwasher, & 3) the head is so incredibly sharp that it must be kept covered, yet there is no easy way to due this except for the original tagboard cover.
The professional version fixes all of these issues. As you can see, the frame and handle are all stainless steel which eliminates issues #1 & #2 and the professional version comes with a nice snap-on plastic cover to protect the sharp head surface. In addition, the rubberized rest on the top of this version can come in very handy.
End result: HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
44 of 44 found the following review helpful:
 Not really "Coarse"Apr 06, 2010
By Reality Check
Much better than the "home series" grater, which cracks and deposits small pieces of plastic in your food.
This is also quite a bit more money and it should last many, many years. I purchased the "coarse" type, but I would describe it as medium. It's too fine for most vegetables like carrots, and will work only with the hardest of cheeses. I would buy the Microplane Professional Extra Coarse Grater if I could do it again. Too bad there isn't some type of side-by-side comparison or scale to judge by.
17 of 17 found the following review helpful:
The best of the bestJul 16, 2007
By Smart Shopper
When my food processor quit working, I replaced it with a set of Microplane graters (the 35000 series). At the time I placed my order, I didn't know about Microplane's professional graters (the 38000 series). However, after using them, I was so impressed that I sent the 35000 series to my daughter and ordered the professional 38000 series for myself.
I do a lot of cooking, so I know these graters are going to get a lot of use. I'm in no mood to buy another food processor, as I rarely used the one I had and a food processor takes up a lot of valuable kitchen storage space. The Microplane graters, on the other hand, fit neatly inside a drawer and have protective covers on them.
I'm giving the 38000 series graters a 5-star rating because they're better quality than the 35000 series graters and look like they'll last longer. They are very sharp and do an extremely effective job. I especially appreciate the sliding hand guard. I very seriously doubt I'd use a tool as sharp as this without something to protect my hands.
9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
Sharp, lightweight, and easy to useFeb 13, 2009
By mo
"Just the Facts"
I was thrilled to discover the Professional series of Microplane graters, as they only cost a few bucks more, yet deliver a better product that is made to last.
The Coarse Grater is very easy to hold, its teeth are sharp, and the grater performs well with minimal effort. Best of all, it is SO easy to clean. Food doesn't get stuck anywhere, and all I use is a little brush (mine is a veggie brush, since it's handy, and the bristles just happen to be the right length and stiffness) to quickly remove the grated food from the teeth.
I'd highly recommend this product, as well as the other products in the Professional line (also bought Extra Coarse Grater). If you don't yet have any of the Microplane graters, look for the one that sells four (4) to a set.
From the regular line (black plastic handle), I also have the Zester and Extra Fine Grater, both of which are excellent products, as well.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Get this steel edged version!Sep 06, 2008
By Gail Volkert
"Cat lover, kitchen gadget freak"
These Microplane graters are wonderful, and I only recommend the Professional versions. If you use your graters a lot, the plastic edges of the cheaper versions will eventually break, so spend the extra few dollars and get this steel edged Professional version to start with. I just replaced two plastic edged graters myself because they broke within nine months.
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