BEST FOR - Hard and Soft Cheeses, Apples, Cabbage, Carrots, Chocolate, Coconut, Onions, and Zucchini. Results in thick, wide strands. Great tool for coleslaws, hashbrowns, as well as big shreds of soft cheeses like cheddar. ULTRA SHARP BLADES - Blades are made of US Stainless Steel, at our facility in Russellville Arkansas; The Wood handle is sourced from Kentucky. Product Assembled in China *Support American jobs and manufacturing by purchasing this product. NON-SLIP -The base of the frame has a non-slip foot to keep the grater from slipping while you cook and preventing any scratching on your countertops. HAND WASH - The nature of a wood handle, just like a steak knife, dries out in water, it is best to wash immediately, and oil as necessary to keep the wood from becoming dry and brittle. *DO NOT SOAK* PROTECTIVE COVER - Microplane blades are ultra sharp, so keep your fingers safe by placing the cover over the top of the blade before storing.