My Zwilling knives have been carefully selected, one by one, during the past couple decades, and each new one is always a welcomed addition—and this one is no exception. I bought for one specific purpose: to trim whole packer briskets, hog legs and other large cuts that I smoke. Although the Shun version is often mentioned as the ideal, to me, I think this knife is a very appropriate tool for the job, and for less money.