This is a great Japanese prep knife. I really like the feel of the handle on this blade, it’s very comfortable and contours nicely. This blade has a nice lighter weight to it, but is very sharp. This is a great intro prep knife if you want to go from Western style knives to Asian, with the Evolution, it brings the two styles together, making it a much more durable Japanese prep knife.
Have had this knife for a month now. Is very comfortable to hold and easy to use. It just glides thru vegetables. Very slight pressure and a very clean cut.