Professional quality 8-inch bread knife handles crusty exteriors without crushing tender insidesIce-tempered, high-carbon, stainless-steel blade provides maximum sharpness and edge retention, conical ground for wider break pointBlade stamped from cold-rolled steel, bolsterless edge for use of entire blade and ease of sharpeningPatented Fibrox handles are textured, slip resistant, and ergonomically designed for balance and comfort, NSF approvedHand washing recommended, lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects, expertly made in Switzerland