I bought this for my husband to use for chopping and cutting meats.  He was constantly using my veggie boards and I desperately needed that to change.  Gave it to him a few days ago, early father's day gift and he nearly cried.  It is very heavy, beautiful, and well worth the price.  And, you guessed it.... He loves it!  So keep your fingers crossed that he will stop using the veggie boards for meat, at least he will not confuse this board for my other ones!