Makes perfect matchstick vegetables for appetizers, garnishes or salads. Extra wide teeth produces perfect string cuts (1/8" or 3.125 mm) for sautéing, garnish, salads, etc. Fast and easy to use. Ideal for julienning carrots, zucchini and potatoes. Comfortable, angled handle. Use the corner notches to secure the slicer on top of bowls. The ultra sharp, durable ceramic blade won't rust or brown foods. Included hand guard holds food securely and protects fingers. Blade: advanced ceramic.