Ideal for holding meat and vegetables for cutting, checking potatoes for doneness, and as a serving implement, for example while at a picnic. Its versatility will make it one of your favorites. Hardened and tempered high-carbon stainless steel Walnut handles that are unusually hard and durable (natural color may vary) Half-tang construction secured with brass rivets Lifetime warranty Made in Massachusetts since 1837 Walnut Kitchen Tools are not dishwasher safe. See product care for more information