The Mercer Culinary M35408 MercerGrates™ Grater is a high-quality kitchen tool designed for precision and efficiency. With a blade size of 5-3/8 inches by 2-7/8 inches and an overall length of 11-1/2 inches, this grater is compact yet effective, catering to both home cooks and professional chefs. The fine shaver-wide grating surface is crafted from 18/8 stainless steel, ensuring durability and resistance to corrosion, ideal for grating a variety of ingredients from cheese to citrus zest. The grater features an ergonomic handle made from a combination of rounded Santoprene® and polypropylene, offering a comfortable grip that minimizes fatigue during extended use. The handle is also equipped with a hole, allowing for convenient hanging storage. To ensure safety and protect the blade when not in use, the MercerGrates™ Grater comes with a protective polyethylene cover. This grater represents a versatile and essential tool for culinary enthusiasts and professionals alike, providing reliable performance and ease of use across different food preparation scenarios.