I finally decided to invest in a nice chef's knife. Tried out several at the store, and the Kaizen 2 had a really great feel. The knife is surprisingly light with a thin blade that is primarily triangular with a slight belly. The balance point is right at the junction between blade and handle. I grip the knife with my thumb and index finger on the blade and it feels very comfortable in my hand.

Tried it out while prepping a few meals over the past couple of days and I'm loving it! It seems to hold its edge well, though this will be tested more in the months to come. The thin blade passes easily through foods, and its Damascus pattern is beautiful to boot!

I'm very pleased with the purchase. If you're considering buying a knife, give this one a try!