Two words: CURVED BOLSTER. It's a game changer. I occasionally do around 3 hours of prep work when making kimchi and used to get a huge blister at the base of my index finger because of my pinch grip. This knife however is so comfortable to use. It's hefty enough that I feel like I have control without it feeling heavy at all.
Out of box sharpness is fantastic and passes the printer paper slice test. Easily slices thick root vegetables and is precise enough to make grapefruit suprèmes. Even with the German steel and amazing build quality, would recommend getting a ceramic or steel honing rod with angle guides to use before each use for good knife maintenance.
I’ve been working in kitchens for 10 years now and this is the best knife for the price. Perfect curve for rocking and the curve at the back of the knife makes it very comfortable. I wish I could afford 10 of these knifes to give to all my cooks!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Excellent quality for the dollar. Good no frills working knife with solid construction. I love the bolster design.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thing is so sharp out of the box i accidentally cut the kitchen sponge while hand washing it. It was between this and the Wusthof classic. I love the handle and balance. I am glad I went with this one. The arched bolster is a much more comfortable hand hold for me.