CLASSIC IKON knives feature a distinctive, double bolster design for professional-style heft, exceptional balance and beauty. The handle is made of a highly durable synthetic material Polyoxymethylene (POM) which has a tighter molecular structure to resist fading and discoloration. The elegant shape of the handle is designed for a comfortable grip. The CLASSIC IKON 2 3/4\' Peeling Knife has a shorter blade than most paring knives and curves upward making it ideal for peeling, cleaning or shaping any fruit or vegetable with a rounded surface. It is also the perfect knife to make decorative garnishes such as fluted mushrooms. Product Highlights: Precision-forged from a single blank of high carbon stainless steel Full tang that is triple riveted to the handle for precise control Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention. Tempered to 58? Rockwell The half bolster allows for the knife to be honed and sharpened the entire length of the blade and the heel bolster provides added balance Contoured handle for comfortable fit and a more contemporary appearance