Victorinox Forged 8-Inch Slicer Knife 8-inch slicer is great for carving roasts, poultry, and fish into neat and even slices in one continuous stroke High carbon stainless steel provides maximum sharpness and edge retention; ice tempered to sustain sharpness longer and give desired effect when re-sharpened Single-piece, full-tang construction; bolsterless edge for use of entire blades and ease of sharpening Triple rivet handle ergonomically designed to provide optimum weight, balance, and comfort; plastic over molded (POM) handle will hold shape and not crack or separate from blade Hand washing recommended; lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects; hot-drop forged in Germany, finished in Switzerland