This knife, part of the Pro S series, is made of high-carbon stainless steel and is precision-honed, with a laser-controlled edge, a balanced super-bolster, and a tang that extends to the back of the polypropylene handle that is permanently bonded for seamless accuracy. Use it for chopping, dicing and mincing vegetables, herbs and small cuts of meat. If the larger 8-in. size seems intimidating, this 6-in. knife makes a perfect starter size. Made in Solingen, Germany, Henckels knives are forged, not stamped. Blade density is improved using the FRIODUR ice-hardening process, which provides a sharper initial edge for easier maintenance over time. Larger knives are crafted using Henckels' exclusive SIGMAFORGE?? standard.Features of SIGMAFORGE?? knives are:New one piece constructionHigh forging precisionHigher stability of bladePerfect geometryImproved steel structure for less metal fatigueImproved cutting-edge retention and lasting sharpnessImproved weight and balanceFRIODUR?? ice hardened for maximum no-stain properties and more blade strength