Premium High-Carbon Steel Blade: Hollow-ground to maintain sharpness and resist staining; easy to sharpen and maintain. Ergonomic Red Handle: Durable polypropylene combined with slip-resistant Santoprene ensures a secure, comfortable grip. NSF Certified & Color-Coded: Designed to support food safety programs by minimizing cross-contamination risks in busy kitchens. Multi-Purpose Kitchen Essential: Perfect for chopping vegetables, slicing meats, dicing herbs, and general food prep with precision. Made in the USA: Crafted with American-made steel in Massachusetts, reflecting 200 years of Dexter-Russell excellence.