The Vic Firth Gourmet Mario Batali Signature Series 7" Cherry Wood Pepper Mill is built to deliver a lifetime of service to both the professional and home chef. The patented "Lock and Grind" grinding system ensures perfect consistency - whether fine grinds for fish, medium grinds for gravies or coarse grinds for meats. Grinding is performed in a two-step process: the peppercorns are first crushed to release their natural oils and flavors and then ground to the chosen consistency for perfect results every time. Vic Firth uses its own kilns to dry the woods used in their mills to ensure the correct and specific moisture content. The Mario Batali Signature Series Cherry Peppermill is made from natural cherry wood and is fitted with a stainless steel mechanism that pops out for easy cleaning. Vic Firth began manufacturing drumsticks forty years ago and are now widely recognized as the best drumsticks in the world. Now, Vic has brought his commitment to quality and woodturning expertise to the professional gourmet tools market with Vic Firth Gourmet peppermills, salt mills and rolling pins. Mill includes a plastic funnel for easy filling. Handcrafted in the good old state of Maine, USA. Lifetime guarantee from Vic Firth Gourmet. Dimensions: 7" tall