The FIRST CLASS cleaver fits snugly in the hand. That is particularly important for its usage: it cleaves large pieces of meat, cuts through ribs and severs bones. The cleaver has a higher net weight so that work can be carried out easily so less energy is required. The strong, wide rectangular blade carries out the work almost by itself. German Handmade 11" (27.94cm) overall. 6" (15.24cm) satin finish X50CrMoV15 stainless blade. Black handle. Stainless bolster(s). Stainless pommel. Boxed.