This table knife has a curvaceous design which is presented in a polished finish. Our Arthur Price products, made in Sheffield, England, are made from the highest grade sovereign stainless steel: Knives have hollow handles, offering a more desirable balance when held in the hand (bolsters also ground down and polished to ensure a seamless transition from handle to blade) Knives with smooth blades, enforcing premium quality Extra polishing throughout the manufacturing process adds more shine Quintessentially English, the Britannia pattern is based on the threaded Old English patterns of the 1750's which have enjoyed international popularity ever since.