Made of ZWILLING Special Formula, NO STAIN steel SIGMAFORGE® knife, forged from one single piece of steel FRIODUR® ice-hardened blade Curved bolster promotes professional pinch grip 7" wedge shaped blade ideal for rocking and chopping Fully visible tang Versatile enough for many tasks Beautifully designed and constructed from a special formula stainless steel, you'll be able to easily fillet a variety of fish and meat with the ZWILLING Pro 38403-181 7" Filleting Knife. Durable Blade Forged from a single piece of steel, ZWILLING Pro series knives feature a sharp, flexible, and corrosion resistant FRIODUR blade that's been ice-hardened to 57° on the Rockwell Hardness Scale. Comfortable Grip The innovative curved bolster design on the ZWILLING Pro 7" Filleting Knife supports the professional pinch grip with the thumb and first finger on the blade giving you a safer, more comfortable, and controlled hold. Unique and Versatile Design With a long, slim, and thin blade, this knife is perfect for precise jobs like filleting fish and skinning tomatoes. ZWILLING Pro series knives have a masterfully designed curved blade in the front to allow for the rocking motion of Western cutting, while also featuring a straight back ideal for the Asian chopping motion. ZWILLING Pro series knives are designed in Italy by Matteo Thun and made in Germany by ZWILLING J.A. Henckels. Specifications Model 38403-181 Blade Length 7" / 180mm Blade Material Special Formula "No Stain" Steel Edge Angle 15° on both sides Handle Type 3 Rivet with Visible Tang Edge Style Smooth Rockwell Hardness Scale 57° Dishwasher Safe Yes (hand-washing recommended) Manufacturer ZWILLING J.A. Henckels Product Line ZWILLING Pro Type Filleting Knife Made in Germany This product was made in Germany.