I was in a Sur la Table looking at knives and a customer said, "I'm going to be on Top Chef and I want that knife.  I want to look good on tv".  I was intriqued so asked to try it as well.  I was sold.  The blade is scalpel-like.  The handle has such a unique feel.  It is a little lighter than what I expected but that has turned out to be a positive. I wasn't on Top Chef but I feel like a Top chef when I use this knife.