40 years ago, when I was cooking professionally, I bought my first set of Henkel knives. I still use them every day at home, and keep them nice and sharp. Now circumstances have conspired to give us a smaller second home close to family we can visit. So. New knives. My 40 year old 10" chef's knife is a favorite; this 8" one is a close second. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]