Japanese vegetable cutter / slicer, jumbo size, 5" outter width. A simple but functional mandolin slicer, it uses gentle sliding motion to cut vegetables into thin slices. It is EXTREMELY sharp so ALWAYS use the finger-guard provided. This tool is a must-have for any well equipped kitchen; home or professional. You can quickly slice at different thicknesses or add one of three bladss to shred into different width pieces for french fries, hash browns, cole slaw, salad toppings, etc. Use the thinnest width to create decorative accents for sushi, salads, or other dishes. Blades remove for easy cleaning. Best price-performance and value for an effective and useful tool.