The Opinel Essentials beech handle vegetable knife is particularly handy for peeling fruit and veg in the hand. The curved blade follows the contours of apples, potatoes and carrots. The unique serrated section on the back of the blade provides grip, but is also useful for cleaning and scraping stringy vegetables. The modified Sandvik stainless-steel blade has a high carbon content, for excellent cutting quality and resistance to corrosion. The handle is made from durable French beechwood. The Opinel family started as blacksmiths in Savoie, France in 1800. Although famous for their folding penknives, their expertise in blade making naturally led to a future in kitchen knives. Using the same high-quality materials and over 200-years of know-how, you can now enjoy a touch of Opinel excellence every time you cook.