J.A. Henckels has been manufacturing fine cutlery since 1731. Made in Solingen, Germany, its knives are forged, not stamped. Blade density is improved using the FRIODUR ice-hardening process, which provides a sharper initial edge for easier maintenance over time.This 3-Rivet Cleaver is part of the Henckels Professional S Series collection. It is designed for cutting through bone and cartilage with ease. Great for cutting up fryer chickens and for butchering your own stew and other meats. Made of high-carbon stainless steel and precision-honed, with a laser-controlled edge, a balanced super-bolster, and a tang that extends to the back of the polypropylene handle, which is permanently riveted for seamless accuracy.