J.A. International Forged Premio 8-Inch Chef -(16901-201)

Very easy to cut with. You’d think with the bigger size it would be unwieldily but it’s actually extremely precise and sharp. Can’t speak to the longevity as it’s been a week.

You can certainly spend a small fortune for more expensive knives, but this knife is of great quality, looks beautiful, and sits comfortably in your hand. It is an AMAZING value for your money (I paid $39.95 in July 2021). As you can see from the packaging in my photos, " All HENCKELS merchandise is fully guaranteed against defects in material and/or craftsmanship." Make sure you go to their website to activate your lifetime warranty and you're all set. This is great peace-of-mind. Like many of their products, I guess you COULD put these in the dishwasher, but I would not recommend it - handwashing preserves & prolongs the quality of the blade and the integrity of the handle. The knife measures 13 inches long end-to-end, with the blade of 8 inches (as advertised) and a 5-inch handle. The end of the handle has the Henckels, single-person stick figure logo as part of the single piece of metal from end-to-end. My favorite part is the weight of the blade, which does all the work for you and reduces hand/grip fatigue with long cutting tasks, and also the curved shape of the handle (see pics). It is very comfortable to hold for a period of time whether holding it "properly" like a chef (holding the blade & handle, or just holding the handle. Store this guy in a decent container (a counter block or a drawer block) and it will treat you well for a long time. This was a great purchase at a great price!

Sharp perfect weight best thing ever

Bonne prise et bon tranchant

This is a classic chef's knife. It feels solid in my hand. I enjoy using this for the majority of the food prep I do. It's very sharp, feels well built, and is about the perfect size. If you have only one good knife in your block, this is an excellent candidate.