Handmade chain mail made from 316 stainless steel wires with Food product silicone insert for durability and hygiene. Removable silicon insert for easy cleaning if it's needed . Dish washer safe. Silicon can be replaced by a trimmed out sponge. Not recommended to be used on Teflon coated skillets.Silicone insert helps to reduce the chance of scratching your skillet because fingers can cause high pressure point.