Experience unmatched quality, durability and luxury with every use. Discover the ultimate in kitchen and grilling excellence with the new Viking Stainless Steel Gravity Tongs. Engineered for discerning chefs and home cooks alike, these 12-inch tongs are crafted from premium surgical-grade 304 stainless steel. Strong enough to cook with, and elegant enough to serve with, whether you are flipping steaks on the grill, serving salads, or handling delicate baked goods, the Viking gravity tongs deliver precision performance. The best part of these tongs is that they are automatic! Point the tongs down and they unlock for quick use. Turn them upside down and they lock closed for easy storage. You never need to fiddle around looking for the locking mechanism, freeing up your other hand for other tasks rather than requiring two hands to lock and unlock the tongs. At the heart of these tongs is the commitment to quality. The Viking gravity tongs resist rust, corrosion, and staining, maintaining their elegant appearance for years to come. The high grade of stainless steel is preferred by professional chefs for its superior strength and hygienic properties. The result is a kitchen tool that not only looks beautiful, but stands up to the rigors everyday use. 304 stainless steel is non-reactive, ensuring you will never have to worry about the metal reacting withThe Viking gravity tongs are designed for easy one-handed use. To use the gravity tongs, simply grip the handle and point the open end of the tongs down while slightly squeezing them together. The automatic lock will drop, allowing the tongs to open freely and be ready for use. To close and lock the tongs, turn them upside down and squeeze them closed. The automatic locking mechanism will drop into place, securing them in the closed position.