For those who prefer stainless steel, this 5/8" Boker Stainless is the perfect choice. The practical 5/8" blade provides easy handling, even for the less experienced user. The traditional hollow grind of the blade was achieved with expert precision, and will master every shave with ease. The scales are a black, synthetic material. Also features historical etching and authentic Boker stamp on the blade. Completely made by hand in the Boker Manufactory in Solingen, Germany. Packaged in historical packaging with a certificate of authenticity. Size: 5/8"Material: Stainless steelGrind: Hollow groundScales: Black syntheticMarkings: Etched Stainless and Heinr Boker & Co Most straight razors are not pre-sharpened from the factory. You can choose to have your razor honed by our honemeister and delivered to you shave ready or left unhoned. Just select your choice from the dropdown menu.Made in Germany.