Amazing knife. I usually buy the Shun Classic series but splurged on this dual core, it is an amazing blade.

The knife is great. Excellent steel quality, the handle is comfortable, and it is surprisingly light for the strength and edge retention.

Razor sharp, beautiful workmanship and amazing to look at. Exhibits true craftsmanship from blade to handle. Well balanced and extremely comfortable to use.

I got this knife in 2019 as a gift from a close friend. I use it every day at work- I work in high volume production kitchens and commissaries. The edge really holds as advertised. All I do is hone it occasionally on a regular steel with a 16 degree angle guide. I was weary of the octagonal handle potentially causing calluses or fatiguing my hand, but that’s never happened. It’s comfortable, very light, and never slips. I highly recommend this to any professional looking to upgrade their veggie prep knife.

I know Japanese knives and have used them for years. This is comfortable for my wife to use and she loves it although she’s never used Japanese knives before this one. Overall great knife