You will find yourself using the Messermeister Oliva Elité 3.5"� Paring Knife daily for a variety of tasks requiring accuracy. This knife has a fine-edge blade that is designed to be an all-purpose knife, similar to a chef''s knife, except smaller. The compact blade and molded handle will facilitate trimming, peeling and slicing of produce.FEATURESThe German 1.4116 stainless carbon alloy blade resists stains and corrosion, exhibits toughness and durability, holds its edge retention, and is easy to re-sharpen to a razor-like edge.This knife line is one-piece, hot-drop hammer forged, which produces the strongest blade from heel to tip. The blades are heat treated and cooled to achieve a Rockwell of 57-58.The three-step, 15° Elité edge is hand stropped on a cloth wheel, creating the sharpest possible cutting surface on an edged tool.The bolsterless heel simplifies all cutting, sharpening and honing tasks, making use of the entire blade from heel to tip.Handcrafted in the historic cutlery capital of Solingen, Germany.The Knife for Life™ guarantee provides a lifetime warranty against material and manufacturing defects.100% Messermeister qualityCAREHand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately.Do not place in dishwasher.Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus extracts.Oil the wood handle as needed with food-safe mineral oil.