The Surface Glide Technology™ graters takes the etched blade a step further and makes the graters sharp and more productive,grating more with less effort. With 6-sides it features every grating surface a cook could possibly need, it is really the ultimate cooks grater. Surface Glide Technology™ graters, grates more with less effort. Seven grating surfaces:Fine for citrus zest and Parmesan. Coarse for most cheeses and vegetables. Ultra-Coarse for soft cheeses. Parmesan for Parmesan and chocolate. Shaver For Chocolate and Parmesan Slicer for a variety of vegetables. Bonus Ginger Grater in base shreds fresh ginger root while leaving unwanted fibers behind. Calibrated, dry measuring units on side. Stainless steel blade. Hand wash preferred. Non-slip handle and removable base for stability.