Features: substantially thicker gauged stainless steel 18/10, fork prongs are inside-machined for lifetime performance, knives with finely tooled serration for effortless cut. Dishwasher safe. Color: Stainless Steel Dishwasher safe: Yes Mepra was founded in 1947 by the Prandelli brothers in Lumezzane in the deep heart of Northern Italy. A few years after its founding, Mepra became the first company in Italy to produce 18/10 stainless steel cookware, and in 1953, due to the enormous success of the products, the company decided to turn all production to stainless steel cutlery. During its 60-year history, Mepra has always been driven by the need for innovation, trying to find the best ways to combine practicality, elegance, beauty and, most importantly, the highest quality Thick stainless 18/10 steel cutlery designed entirely by award-winning Italian designers. Unique on a global scale technology - Mepra is the first stainless steel in the world to be subjected to physical vapor deposition (PVD) treatment, as one of the few, before PVD treatment, they polish each element ensuring an unprecedented durability of the finish. Collections consist of a wide variety of items, including those for serving. The fork tines are polished on all sides for a lifetime of performance. The knife blades have micro-grooves on both sides for effortless cutting. The satisfaction and happiness of our customers is the driving force behind Mepra. Therefore, they offer a wide range of solutions that will transform your products into something truly unique, from the selection of the desired model to the color finish, kit composition, engraving and packaging.