Stone River 2-Piece Santoku/Parer with White Ceramic Blade and Red Handles Ceramic blades are harder and stay sharp many times longer than conventional steel knives Our ceramic is second only to diamonds in hardness making it ideal for cutting vegetables, fruits and boneless meats Non stick anti-bacterial blade surface is rust free and non-corrosive Ceramic will not alter the taste of food or cause browning Durable ergonomically contoured comfort grip handles reduces fatigue during long cutting tasks