Carving Knives & Forks - Introduced in 1976, the Four Star & #174 line is today's most popular upscale knife series. Celebrated professional chefs helped design the Four Star knives that blend a classic design and precision forging with a comfortably safe grip. This German-made cutlery features high-carbon no-stain steel blades, ice-hardened for superior strength and sharpness. The 8" Carving Knife slices through cooked meats of every kind with superior sharpness and smooth control. This is the ideal knife for carving roasts and fowl and cutting large fruits and vegetables. Product Features One-piece precision forging ensures higher blade stability and lasting sharpness Friodur & #174 ice-hardened knife blade offer greater resistance to corrosion and pitting Hand-honed high carbon stain-steel knife blades protect against rust and stains Laser-controlled knife edges stay sharp longer with a more consistent blade angle Ergonomically designed knife handle offers a smooth, comfortable grip Seamless polypropylene - Specifications Model: 31070-203 Material: ice-hardened high carbon stainless-steel blade with polypropylene handle 8" Carving Knife Size: 8"L blade (12 1/2"L w/handle) x 1"W blade Weight: 3.9 oz. Care Instructions Henckels knives are dishwasher-safe but hand-washing is recommended. In the dishwasher, your Henckels knife may bang against other cutlery or pots and pans and knick the blade. Wipe the knife clean with a wet cloth and dishwashing detergent. Dry immediately. Dry from the back of the knife to the blade tip. No metal is completely stain-free. To prevent slight tarnishing, be sure to remove acidic foods (lemon, mustard, ketchup, etc.) from the blade after use. If blade should show some signs of staining, clean with a non-abrasive metal polish. To prevent irreparable blade damage, it is best to store your knife in a knife block or in-drawer knife tray.