Uncompromising quality and exceptional value have made SCANPAN Classic knives a best selling line of kitchen cutlery. Each knife is crafted from the finest grade German stainless steel. The blade is expertly ground, honed and tested. The angle is exact, uniform from bolster to tip and the curve flawlessly tapered. All blades of SCANPAN Classic Knives are Rockwell? tested to ensure that the knife if tempered and hardened to perfection. With their slip resistant ergonomic handles, SCANPAN Classic Knives provide a grip of comfort, security, and control. All SCANPAN Knife sets and individual knives are guaranteed for 10 years. These shears are perfectly weighted and balanced with an ergonomic handle that is equally comfortable for both left and right handed users.