Tough on Crust, Gentle on Bread Get the perfect slice of bread, every time. The sharp serrated blade gently cuts through bread of every kind, from soft homemade loaves and buns to round ciabatta and hefty French loaves. And it's just the right length and weight to make it efficient and easy to use. Thanks to its super-effective serrations, this knife is tough on crust yet gentle on tender bread. Great for slicing pound cake and cutting layers into angel food cake, too - no smashing or crumbling. Made of surgical-grade T420 high-carbon stainless steel for a blade that retains its edge. Hollow ground for incredible sharpness. Silver cast aluminum handle (the original Rada handle). Blade Length: 6". Total Length: 10-3/8". Hand wash only. All Rada cutlery products are 100% made in the USA!. More About Rada Meticulously crafted one at a time, using a dozen or more steps, Rada knives are hand-sharpened and made from surgical-grade high-carbon stainless steel, so blades stay sharp! Every Rada product is 100% made in the USA, from raw materials all the way through construction. For Best Care As with all fine cutlery, hand wash and dry immediately. Hand washing helps protect the blades' cutting edge and helps protect your knives from corrosion.