Yes, it looks unusual. But once you try it, you''ll find yourself reaching for this handy knife again and again. In fact, you might just decide that the Pure Komachi 2 Bagel/Sandwich Knife is the perfect lunchtime tool. It works well on everything that goes into a sandwich"”from slicing meats and cheeses to cutting tomato slices and spreading mayonnaise. Once your sandwich is complete, the wide serrations make it easy to cut your masterpiece in half without tearing the bread or pulling the ingredients out of the sandwich. And just as this knife is perfect for spreading sandwich condiments, the wide, rounded blade is a wonderful tool for spreading frosting on your baked goods, too. Like all Pure Komachi 2 knives, the Bagel/Sandwich Knife offers brilliant performance. The bright colors on both blade and handle make Pure Komachi 2 knives fun to use and they add eye-catching color to your kitchen. What''s more, those bright colors have a purpose. The color-coding helps guard against cross-contamination of food"”for instance, by using the knife you just used on the meat to cut the veggies. The coated carbon stainless steel blades, hand-sharpened to a brilliantly sharp 16° cutting angle on each side, make quick work of most any kitchen task. The molded resin handles and comfortable and contoured for a secure grip. The blade coating is food safe and easy clean. While they are dishwasher safe, we recommend hand washing to prolong the life of your blade as well as the colorful blade coating. Pure Komachi 2 knives now come with a matching sheath for easy storage.