Walz & Schöder's carving knife with comfortable synthetic grip and 18cm long sturdy blade. An excellent tool for slicing. The blade is sturdy and rigid, making it easy to cut large and tough pieces of meat with this knife. The high-quality sharpness comes from German stainless steel 1.4116 and toughness (56 HRC) sharp, reduces the need for sharpening and above all, gives the blade a long life. The design of the blade and handle greatly reduces the risk of injury. The handle is comfortable in the hand thank to its soft nature and material. Can be cleaned at temperatures up to 120°C/250F, so it can be washed in a washing machine. However, it is recommended to hand wash and dry to prevent wear of the blade to maintain the sharpness. The blades of the blade do not have thresholds that increase cutting friction. • Model: Walz & Schöder Carving knife 8" • Blade size: 7" ( 18cm ) / 2.5mm • Blade material: 1.4116 German Stainless Steel • Blade hardness: 56 HRC • Handle material: Synthetic • Dishwasher safe: Yes