Product Description The LamsonSharp Ebony Forged Cutlery Series features a one-piece, forged, full tang blade made of hardened and tempered high-carbon stainless steel from Soligen, Germany. The Dymondwood® resin-infused wood handles are heat and water resistant, they are triple riveted with nickel silver rivets for perfect balance and weight. The taper-ground blades are polished, hand-edged and honed. As a special gift with your purchase, this knife will be shipped in its own KnifeSafe™. This knife will be Sharp for Life, with the unique free factory knife sharpening program. All LamsonSharp products are proudly made in the USA and carry a lifetime warranty. Amazon.com A sharp, sturdy chef's knife is the indispensable kitchen tool. It's the one implement you'll reach for almost every time you cook, whether you're dicing vegetables, chopping up a chicken, or crushing cloves of garlic. In short, it's worth it to pay a few extra bucks for a substantial and durable chef's knife. Made of hand-forged high-carbon stainless steel and honed by hand at the factory in Vermont, the LamsonSharp chef's knife fits the bill. At 8 inches, this model is the right size and weight for most cooks. The ergonomic Delrin (black plastic) handle is dishwasher-safe, but to preserve the sharpness of the blade it is a good idea to hand wash in warm, soapy water. --Jill Marquis