With one easy motion you can pare, core and slice apples. Also ideal for potatoes and pears. Capable of three separate functions: pare, core and slice; pare only; or slice and core only. Features a stay-sharp, deluxe stainless steel blade. Not just for apple paring, coring and slicing use the Norpro Apple-Mate® and Apple-Master® to create curly fries, chips-on-a-stick using russets or sweet potatoes. Scallop potatoes. Quickly create onion twists to deep fry, make french onion soup or to garnish a steak or hamburger. Core and slice pears for dessert. The vacuum base holds it securely onto any smooth surface. The clamp can be used to secure your Apple-Master to a rough or uneven surface up to 2.5"/6cm thick. Recipes and Instructions included. Hand washing recommended.