Bought this knife via Chris Kimball's Facebook page. I bought 2 - 1 as a gift and 1 for myself. It is balanced and works very well on all types of foods, small and large, thin skinned and thick. BUT the blade on the one I opened is scratched and scuffed along the cutting edge. I hope the other one I'm giving as a gift is in perfect condition. Tried to take photos but they didn't turn out very well. Not sure if I'll recommend this knife.