The traditional 12 in mud pan has been improved by ToolPro to make it more comfortable in the hand The round bottom is more comfortable after hours of use And the NonSlip Grip gives you a more secure hold when your hands are wet The Grip also insulates and helps keep your hand warmer in winterStainless steel construction with smooth tapered ends and sidesHeliarc weld will not leakSheared edges to clean knife easilySmooth contoured bottom fits naturally in the hand, allows material to be scooped from the pan cleanly and easilyNonslip grip