I use this knife more than I thought I would. It is great for slicing cheese, cooked meats and sandwiches. The slim blade profile gives nice thin slices. The forged German steel and construction gives a strong sharp blade that stays sharp for a long time and is easy to maintain. The curved bolster is very comfortable to hold and encourages the proper holding of the knife. This makes it an extension of my arm and I get straighter more accurate slices naturally.