The Microplane 46301 Premium Classic Zester is the original handheld grater that revolutionized professional kitchens since 1994, delivering ultra-fine, fluffy results with virtually zero effort. Its 400 photo-etched micro-teeth are crafted from surgical-grade stainless steel manufactured in Russellville, Arkansas, acting like finely honed knives to cut cleanly rather than tear or shred. The characteristically long and narrow design offers exceptional control across a wide range of tasks, from zesting citrus without capturing bitter pith, to grating Parmesan into light, airy mounds, to mincing ginger, garlic, nutmeg, chocolate, and whole spices. An ergonomic soft-touch handle with a built-in hang hole and non-scratch end tabs round out a tool trusted daily by Michelin-starred chefs and high-volume kitchen operators worldwide. Top-rack dishwasher safe and rust-resistant, this grater is built to maintain its edge and perform reliably through demanding commercial use.