Microplane's new Professional Best series elevates the company's rightfully revered graters with thoughtful design details and all-stainless steel construction. The ultrasharp grating head remains as durable and precise as ever, while the upgraded stainless steel handle with a matte chrome finish looks modern and elegant. Use this coarse grater to effortlessly cutnot rip or tearhard cheeses, carrots and more.Microplane, an employee-owned company, began crafting woodworking tools in the 1960s, eventually making a splash in the world of culinary tools with extremely sharp graters and zesters. For 30 years, Microplane kitchen blades have been prized for their long-lasting sharpness.