John Boos AA03 Boos Block Cutting Boards & Butcher Blocks

John Boos “Boos Block” AA03 Professional Butcher Block

Hand-crafted in Effingham, Illinois, the AA03 is the gold standard for serious chefs, butchers and food-service pros who demand a work surface that can take decades of hard use. A massive 16-inch end-grain maple top absorbs knife impact, stays gentle on edges, and displays that unmistakable Boos checkerboard grain.

Key Features

• Premium Northern Hard Rock Maple—renowned for hardness, density and natural anti-microbial properties.
• True 16 inch thick end-grain construction for maximum durability and self-healing surface.
• Food-safe oil & beeswax finish (Boos Block Cream) locks in moisture and resists stains.
• Four maple pencil legs (L-4 style) provide rock-solid stability; knock-down (KD) design for easier delivery and installation.
• 3/8" chamfered top edges for comfortable work and classic aesthetics.
• NHLA certified hardwood, sustainably harvested & proudly made in the USA.

Ideal For

• Whole-animal or primal cutting & breakdown
• Bread, pastry & dough work
• Cheese and charcuterie service stations
• Show-piece prep tables in open kitchens or retail butcheries

Technical Specifications

All dimensions typical. Manufacturing tolerance ±0.5".

Care & Maintenance

• Condition regularly with Boos Mystery Oil and Boos Block Cream to prevent drying and cracking.
• Hand-wash only. Wipe clean with mild soap & warm water; dry thoroughly.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to standing water, extreme heat or direct sunlight.
• Resurface as needed with fine sandpaper to restore a like-new cutting surface.