I just received the Miyabi Birchwood paring knife, and even with limited use I can tell it’s going to be a favorite pairing knife yet. The balance feels spot-on in my hand, and the fit and finish are exactly what you’d expect. Until this arrived, I didn't realize how much I needed a quality knife of this size.
I reach for it when I need more precision than my chef’s knife gives me, and it’s been incredibly sharp right out of the box. Early impressions are very positive, especially for detailed prep work.