{"product_id":"the-berger-block-cherry","title":"The Berger Block, Cherry","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe flagship, in cherry. An end grain butcher block with a warm color that keeps getting richer the longer you own it, built to be used daily and handed down eventually. Not a decoration, a tool that happens to be beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in six sizes, from the Mini built for everyday prep to the Heirloom Board sized for a lifetime of gatherings. Pick your size above, then finish it your way with the edge, grip, and add-on options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Cherry\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCherry is the one wood in the lineup that changes noticeably after it leaves the shop. It starts out a warm, light reddish brown, then darkens to a deep amber red over the first several months as it's exposed to light. The board you unbox is not quite the board you'll have a year from now, and most people end up liking the later version even more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn end grain, cherry shows a soft, even texture with subtle variation from block to block, so it reads as warm and understated rather than busy. It's a touch softer than walnut, which makes it especially kind to a good knife edge, and it's still plenty durable for daily cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCherry costs less than walnut because the lumber does, not because the build is any different. Same construction, same sanding, same finish. If you want a board with a lot of warmth and a little bit of history built in, this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Six sizes, from the 12\" x 8\" Mini to the 18\" x 24\" Heirloom Board (choose above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: End grain, balanced pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge profile: 45 degree chamfer, roundover, or straight (choose above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinger grooves: Reversible Grip or Underside Grip (optional, choose above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Mineral oil and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/berger-board-butter\"\u003ebeeswax board butter\u003c\/a\u003e, hand applied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd-ons: Juice groove, rubber or brass feet, custom engraving (optional, choose above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranding: Built By Berger mark on the side of every board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEdge and Grip Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge profile.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 45 degree chamfer is the classic look, a crisp angled edge that softens the corners without rounding them off. The roundover gives a smooth, rounded edge that feels comfortable in the hand. Straight keeps a clean, square edge for a more modern, minimal profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinger grooves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Reversible Grip puts a groove in the middle of each end, so both faces of the board stay fully usable. Flip it for a fresh surface, or keep one side for prep and the other for serving. The Underside Grip sits low along the bottom edge, tucked out of sight from above for a cleaner profile and an easy lift off the counter. Adding feet? The Underside Grip is the better match, since feet make the board one-sided anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery board is sanded through six grits, 80, 120, 150, 180, 240, and a final pass at 320, and water popped between every one. Wetting the surface raises any loose fibers so the next grit cuts them clean, which means the board stays smooth after its first wash instead of turning fuzzy. From there it gets multiple rounds of mineral oil and a final beeswax board butter. Each one carries the Built By Berger mark on its side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAlso Available In\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Berger Block comes in three woods, same build and same options. Want the darkest, richest option? See \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-berger-block-walnut\"\u003eThe Berger Block in Black Walnut\u003c\/a\u003e. Want something bright and clean? See \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-berger-block-maple\"\u003eThe Berger Block in Maple\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMineral oil and hand wash only. Full care guide on the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/cutting-board-care\"\u003eBoard Care\u003c\/a\u003e page.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Built By Berger","offers":[{"title":"Standard (18\"x12\"x2\")","offer_id":50564637294649,"sku":"BB-STD-CH","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"The Gathering Board (16\"x22\"x2\")","offer_id":50564637392953,"sku":"BB-GATH-CH","price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"The Heirloom Board (18\"x24\"x2\")","offer_id":50564637491257,"sku":"BB-HEIR-CH","price":470.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small (16\"x12\"x1.75\")","offer_id":50564637589561,"sku":"BB-SM-CH","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Compact (14\"x10\"x1.5\")","offer_id":50564637687865,"sku":"BB-CPT-CH","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mini (12\"x8\"x1.25\")","offer_id":50564637786169,"sku":"BB-MINI-CH","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0822\/3201\/6953\/files\/0D52A0C6-C3B6-4FA6-BDC6-6BE0CA9D60CD.png?v=1790355944","url":"https:\/\/builtbyberger.com\/products\/the-berger-block-cherry","provider":"Built By Berger","version":"1.0","type":"link"}