The device really cuts Super caution is needed, because the blades are rattenscharf. But and this is the system of course is always a small rest, the cause of the metal and the plastic tips is no longer held in the holder, and therefore need to be cut by hand. That's when the other also such a residue remains otherwise you will damage the blade. In any case the vegetables cut is still very much faster. Overall, have already shown some independent testing is currently the best vegetable slicer on the market. After use, rinse, possibly clean with a brush little, put out to dry and you're done.