Perfect for slicing tomatoes and other soft fruit and vegetables as well as bread croissants and baguettes Lightweight knife features an ultrasharp handground longlasting Japanese stainless steel blade Nonstick coating releases food from the cutting surface for easier and neater chopping Easytogrip handle contours to the hand for maximum comfort Matching sheath allows safe storage within kitchen drawers and is great for use outside the kitchen barbecues camping on vacation etc The knives are dishwasher safe but hand washing is gentler