Mundial is a well known brand of knives manufactured in Brazil. The company was established in Brazil before WWII by a German knife manufacturer. The production still bears the hallmark of its origins.Knife handles are polypropylene, which can be boiled, and the blades are of high-carbon stainless steel, which is easy to sharpen whilst being resistant to rust (not rust proof). These are mid-range knives. Quality at a reasonable price. 18cm (7") blade length".