Depending upon what task I am doing, sometimes I prefer a larger chef knife than the traditional 8" chef. Whether I am working with large mellons or slicing large roasts, I much prefer a longer chef knife. I love the Koh line for it looks, but also for how sharp it is. The FC61 steel and the special ice-hardening make this a very sharp knife that will remain sharp longer than most knives. This knife makes everything easy!