[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Knife was sharp out of the box. Metal spline was a little thinner than I was expecting, but, being that it is a prep knife, it may be an advantage for thin slicing. Good feel and balance. Light weight.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My husband loves to cook and this knife is very sharp and perfect for all prep work. We have other knives from this brand and have lasted and stayed sharp for 18 years. grazie mille!