The Summit 8″ Chef Knife features our intuitive, smarter handle design that guides your hand to the ideal grip automatically. We studied chefs and found they pinch the blade for maximum control so we sought to make that grip easy and intuitive. We did it by moving the chef’s “pinch-grip” zone up and away from the blade to the handle where Softgrip® contouring guides and cushions your hand. Now the optimum grip is easy and automatic so you’re free to enjoy cutting with precision and confidence.  Of course our knife also boasts Fiskars’ legendary cutting quality. An ultra-sharp, Japanese-grade, stainless steel blade ensures smooth, easy cutting into an array of ingredients like vegetables or meats. Both the knife and protective blade guard are dishwasher safe, making this a convenient and reliable kitchen companion.