Every detail was carefully designed in our premium quality 100% stainless steel rolling pin - from the brushed finish, to the slightly tapered shape to the perfect weight & feel! So why chose a french-style rod vs. a handled rolling pin? The French design allows the full 15 3/4" length of the barrel to come in contact with dough, so you are able to roll more surface at a time versus a rolling pin with handles The 1.5" center diameter gradually tapers to 1.25" at the ends, allowing you to rotate smoothly without leaving lines in your dough at the ends like a straight pin can. The rod shape transfers a sense of the dough thickness beneath your hands & is easier on wrists. At 10 oz, our rolling pin imparts just the right amount of weight to roll pastry dough, fondant, pie crusts, biscuits & pizza dough perfectly. The hollow core construction makes it light enough so it won't squash your dough. The brushed finish holds a dusting of flour better than mirror polished rolling pins Chill it before using it & the cold stainless steel helps prevent dough from warming & melting the butter in your dough for pie, biscuit, croissant, etc. If you decorate with rolled fondant, this is must-have tool for cake decorators! Food-grade stainless steel is hygienic & can be completely cleaned with no remaining food residue. It won't absorb any odors, colors or flavors that can cause cross contamination. Clean up couldn't be easier! Place it in the dishwasher or wash by hand & towel dry. Unlike wood rolling pins, it won't dry out, splinter or crack & it never needs oiling. And the seamless design means there are no crevices or handle joints for water or food to get into. Kid Friendly - safe for kids to use with play doh and crafts