This knife is awesome! It can do whatever you want it to do and is super durable. This is the first Japanese knife that I own, and I was questionable about the durability, but this is made so well I have no questions left about it. I cut through any veggie with ease, and meats such as steak and chicken all “cut like butter.” Highly recommend for yourself and for anyone you know.
First of all, I cannot get over how beautifully crafted this knife is. I have many knives but this became my favorite instantly. The blade is super sharp as you would expect from a Japanese blade. Blade stay sharp exceptionally well given the hardened steel. Yes, it is pricy but it will last you a lifetime if you take care of it.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Santoku knife always cuts like a hot blade through butter ... precise, swift and serves as expected.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the handle. Very comfortable for long days of prepping. Edge retention is also very good but just like any other knife you have to keep up on it with a stone.