This is my 4th or 5th Henckels 8" chef's knife. They get used so frequently, they often end up in the sink. I tried to buy another through-tang knife which is my best and go-to knife, but it is no longer available. So I went with this one, and am not disappointed. They are the best knife for daily use at an affordable price and hold an edge even with heavy use! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]