Almost every customer grabbbed this Twin Signature 7" vegetable cleaver. The handle is comfortable, it contours to every cooks hand and the grip feels nice, will inspire you to cut more, and to cook more. It is dishwasher safe however it is advisable for handwashing to retain edge and protect this knife from harsh damage causing by dishwasher machine. An important note, dishwasher detergent is very abrasive, and along with the banging around that happens during a wash cycle, it will dull your knife.