Shun Edo BB1503 8-1/2-Inch Chef's Knife

Shun Edo BB1503 8-1/2-Inch Chef's Knife Nice and very sharp and holds an edge well. Great looking knife as well, a real pleasure to hold as most Shun knives are. It's actually much larger in my hand than I expected, it's also very heavy for a chef knife, much heavier than any of my Wusthofs, or Macs. 

Shun Edo BB1503 8-1/2-Inch Chef's Knife for slicing, dicing and mincing Hammered VG10 Blade PakkaWood Handles

I really like the weight, it feels like a really well designed knife. Looks nice in the bamboo stand. I have had this amazing chefs knife for about a year now and I couldn't be happier. The reason why a person normally gets cut by a dull knife is that they have to usually exert more force, then all of a sudden the knife slips and WHOOPS!! you're cut.

• 8 1/2-Inch Edo Chef's Knife by Shun for slicing, dicing and mincing
• Precision forged from one solid piece of VG10 "Super Steel" and "zero-balanced" allowing knives to do all the work
• Hammered "tsuchime" finish creates air pockets for natural food-release, reducing knife drag
• Resin-impregnated Pakkawood handles provide added strength and moisture protection; handle shape is comfortable and reduces hand fatigue
• Knives are hand-crafted featuring ultra-sharp 16 degree cutting edges; widened bolster shape encourages proper grip and reduces forearm fatigue

This knife on the other hand is very very sharp. It is possibly the sharpest knife I've ever used. However it is how the knife behaves with it being that sharp that concerns me. You'll notice that the first 3/4" of the blade closest to the knife edge is polished extremely smooth.

This knife is very well balanced. It feels very comfortable and it is VERY sharp. And I think I will find myself reaching for it a lot when I go to cut stuff up in the kitchen. If I'm chopping small or soft vegetables (like peppers, tomatoes, herbs, etc) or slicing meat, then I think this knife is right at or near the very top of the list, because at that this knife is AMAZING.

Best knife ever! I have been dreaming of this knife for fifteen years! Perfect in every way. Love the smooth ergonomic grip on the bolster. No more crazy knife callus. Super sharp. Great feel. Balanced. Beautiful to the eye. A work of art. 

This Shun Edo BB1503 8-1/2-Inch Chef's Knife product earned 24 customer reviews and 92% are satisfied (as 01/03/2014). I recommend this knife to anyone who appreciates a good quality knife.