DESC: J.A. Henckels has been manufacturing top quality knives since its founding in Solingen, Germany, more than 260 years ago. Simple, heavy duty and functional, all Henckels knives are made from high carbon, no-stain steel and crafted using the FRIODUR ice-hardening process for maximum blade strength and a long-lasting edge. Each knife features full tang construction using Henckels exclusive Sintermetal Component Technology, which combines optimum alloys to each of the three distinctive parts of the knife; blade, tang, and bolster. This technology improves edge retention, balance, and corrosion and pitting resistance. Knives in the Four Star series feature a precision honed, laser controlled blade, balanced super-bolster, and a hygenic, slip-proof, polypropylene handle which is permanently bonded for seamless accuracy. Dishwasher safe. For chopping, dicing, and bias cutting and slicing.