DESC: The essential knife to all chef's is the Chef's Knife. Be a master of your kitchen with the Contemporary Cutlery 8 Chef Knife from Calphalon. Knife is perfect for everything from cutting large items like potatoes, to making smaller precise cuts, to even using the side of the blade to break skin off of garlic. Blade edge of the Chef's Knife is gently curved from tip to heel to allow you to use a gentle, even rocking and gliding motion as you cut. Full tang design provides better balance and superior strength while cutting. One piece forging of blade, bolster, and tang for long-lasting durability. Ergonomic grip handle uniquely contoured for one size fits all comfort. High carbon, no-stain German steel from tip to tang sharpens easier than ordinary stainless and maintains its edge longer. Blades are fully tapered from cutting edge to spine for greater cutting versatility. Fiberglass-reinforced polyresin handles are built to withstand years or cutting. Hand wash, towel dry. Weight: 11.0 oz.