The Cooks Standard 8-Inch/20cm Stainless Steel Chef's Kitchen Knife, Multi Purpose has a blade material that is German engineered and made of stainless steel that provides strength and balance. Full tang construction with 3 rivets for durability/stability. Blade edge is sharp, stain resistant, and releases food easily, Handle is ergonomically designed with guard for comfort/grip and polished for hygienic benefit. Wide and long blade for slicing, chopping, and dicing items with few motions. Large enough to scoop food and can be rocked back and forth. Measures: 13. 5 in. length, 2 in. width, 0. 75 in. height, 0. 5 lb. Dishwasher safe, hand wash and dry immediately recommended.