The Crafter's Companion Professional Guillotine has an easy-to-grip handle, hardened stainless steel blade, finger guard, scoring tool and a metric and imperial measuring guide. It is white with purple accents and measures 8.58 x 12.4 inches. The platform measures 6.25 x 8.75 inches and includes score lines .25 inches apart for precise accurate scoring. Package measures 9 x 14.75 x 2.75. Age Recommendation of 18 and up. Blade is very sharp. Clean each side of the blade with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.