The Buck Knives 931 Chef’s Knife is as beautiful as it is functional. With a cutting edge of 8 inches, this wide blade is perfect for all of your food processing needs. The Paperstone Slate handles are hand crafted and showcase a unique look that compliments any kitchen while providing Buck’s famous edge that stays sharp longer and is easier to re-sharpen. Chopping, slicing, and mincing vegetables and meats for everyday meals can be done with ease with the 931 Chef’s Knife from Buck Knives. Buck’s standard 420HC stainless steel is used on all pieces of cutlery. Buck has perfected the art of finishing blades with the combinations of hardness, corrosion resistance, and edge retention through the famous heat treating methods created by industry leader, Paul Bos. Buck’s Edge 2X technology creates the right combination of edge thickness and angle for sharper blades that hold their edge better than any other on the market. DISHWASHER SAFE. Hand washing and immediate drying your Buck Kitchen Cutlery will help keep it in fine condition for many years