11+ Korin Suisin High Carbon Steel Gyutou. Mine is developing a nice patina already. I've been cooking as a hobby for about 45 years.
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Our $ pick is the victorinox fibrox pro chef's knife, our $$ pick is the korin suisin high carbon steel gyutou, and our $$$ pick is the mac professional hollow edge chef's knife. Designed to be precisely calibrated and balanced. Often used by custom knife makers in forged blades that require toughness and wear resistance in unforgiving conditions. For the cost of the suisin it is a great knife and value.