This elegant graphite salt mill is a must have for any kitchen and easily matches any decor. Easily twist for fine medium or coarse grinds using the 3-step process that William Bounds is famous for. William Bounds" patented milling mechanism crushes rather than grinds salt crystals and peppercorns. This provides the freshest flavor of salt and pepper and a consistent grind, and since there is no grinding of metal against metal, the mechanism will never jam, freeze or wear out. William Bounds has been making the world"s finest pepper and spice mills since 1964.9" H