Calphalon 8-in. Calphalon LX Series Cutlery Slicer

Made from high carbon German no stain steel sharpens more easily than stainless and maintains it's edge longer. Ergonimic handle which has knife's identification etched on the bottom of the handle for easy knife selection. German steel-high carbon, no stain steel with Molybdenum and Vanadium. One piece of metal for blade, bolster and tang. Fully forged blade. Full tang for balance and strengh. Fully tapered from cuttin gedge to spine and from tip to heel for superior strength. Tempered heat hardened to 1000 degrees C. HRC 54-56. Full tang-first ever ergonomic handle which shows the full tang. Made from fiberglass reinforced poly-resin-won't split, crack or harbor micro-organisms. Ergonomic handle. Knife identification etched on the butt of the handle. Patent on identification adn pending on design. Classic triple riveted handle updated iwth modern ergonomic design. Hand wash using hot, sudsy wter adn a non abrasive pad. Do not put in dishwasher.