What is Traditional?For those who prefer the warnth and feel of a real wood handle. Features either stain-free, high-carbon steel or traditional high-carbon steel blade, with a hand-ground and honed edge. Handle is secured to the blade with brass compression rivets. Made in USA. Blades:* Stain-free, high-carbon steel.* Edges are individually ground and honed to the ultimated edge. Handles:* Sanitary, high impct handle* Impervious seal of blade and handle for utmost sanitation and durability.* Easily cleaned