This is probably my favorite style knife that I own. I love the Black collection, I love the aesthetic of these Japanese knives and how beautiful the 133 layers of MC66 steel is on the blade. Even though the layers are pronounced in that beautiful flower Damascus design, it’s also subtitled in comparison to some other Miyabi blades. I love this rocking santoku, it is the perfect all purpose knife. Don’t have a chef knife, no worries you can use this knife. Need to mince herbs and garlic? This knife is a workhorse in your kitchen for all sorts of tasks, mincing, slicing, chopping. The black ash wood handle feels great in hand, contours nicely and the transition from handle to blade is comfortable. I love how durable this knife is, and that I can enjoy this very sharp Japanese knife for years to come.