Drawing upon more than 50 years of culinary experience, we?ve designed and developed an exclusive line of nonstick kitchen tools?perfect for use with nonstick cookware. Giving you a firm, one-handed grasp on foods when you're panfrying, saut?ing and grilling, our professional-quality tongs have heat-resistant silicone-coated tips. The ergonomically engineered stainless-steel handles ensure excellent balance and control?and make the tongs exceptionally comfortable to use. Designed and developed by Williams Sonoma, and exclusively ours. All-purpose tongs grasp foods securely, without causing punctures that would allow flavorful juices to escape. Stainless-steel tips are coated with durable silicone that?s heat resistant to 440?F (220?C). Handle is made of heavy-gauge, nonreactive 18/10 stainless steel with a brushed finish. Ergonomic handle offers optimal balance, comfort and feel. Using just one hand, you can lock the tongs closed for compact storage. Automatic lock opens tongs when the