The 8" Carving knife goes from the catering student, to the home cook, right up to the top chef…anyone involved in food prep agrees that it's an essential to have good, sharp, professional knives. The Gourmet Line is created with the highest quality stainless steel, and is equipped with a forged bolster for added weight, perfect balance, and increased safety. Package includes: Carving Knife 8 inches, Black Made of Stainless Steel blade with Satin finish. Ergonomically designed POM Contoured handle. Handle is made from a synthetic material known for hardness and rigidity Hand-sharpened blade for long-lasting sharpness. Ergonomically designed handle for a firm and safe grip. Built to withstand heavy use with a fast, simple cleanup and maintain. Normal cleaning, hand wash in warm soapy water with a non abrasive sponge or cloth. We highly recommend hand washing your knives in non-lemon detergents. Your high quality knives should not be soaked for long periods or submerged for cleaning. Hand-wash recommended with soap and water for longer life.