OXO's very versatile V-Blade Mandoline slices fruits and vegetables with ease. Four blades and a simple height adjuster make straight slices, crinkle cuts, French fries and julienne strips in a variety of thicknesses. The blades store on board and are easily removable for cleaning. A textured surface keeps food from sticking to the Mandoline and the food holder securely holds food and protects fingers. the handle and turning knob are soft for comfortnon-slip feet keeps the Mandoline secure on the work surfacefold the feet and lock the Mandoline for compact and safe storagehand wash the blades; body and food holder are dishwasher safe four easily adjustable slice thickness settings: 1/16", 1/8", 3/16", and 1/4".