Wüsthof Gourmet 2.25" Turning Knife  (4034) is crafted in the company’s factory in Germany. Wüsthof Gourmet 2.25" Turning Knife  (4034) is made of high-carbon stain-free steel. GOURMET knives feature a new handle design made of a highly durable synthetic material – Polyoxymethylene (POM) – which has a tighter molecular structure to resist fading and discoloration. The Wüsthof Gourmet 2.25" Turning Knife  (4034) has a shorter blade than most paring knives and curves downward making it ideal for peeling, cleaning or shaping any fruit or vegetable with a rounded surface. It is also the perfect knife to make decorative garnishes such as fluted mushrooms. Keep your Wusthof knives in great condition by sharpening regularly with a Wusthof Sharpening Steel and using them with a high-quality Flexible Cutting Board. Save space and store all your knives safely using a 15-Slot Wusthof Knife Storage Drawer.