Wusthof Classic Super Slicer, Wavy Edge (serrated), 10-inch (26 cm) - 4532 Wusthof Meat Cleavers The slight gently curved edge

The slight gently curved edge is perfect for chopping while ensuring easy sharpening

and the handle material (natural wood) is light

and you even get a nice water buffalo horn ferrule (bolster)

It's not like a Western (German) style flexible boning knife -- the blade is really thick and stiff

6-inch length is great for someone who prepares mostly smaller items or who just feels more comfortable with a smaller knife but still wants that traditional European chef's knife shape

Wusthof Classic Super Slicer, Wavy Edge (serrated), 10-inch (26 cm) - 4532 Wusthof Meat Cleavers The slight gently curved edgeReverse scallops on the edge allow this large thin bladed knife to cut aggressively. Perfect for slicing nearly anything in the kitchen (great for crusty items). The reverse (scalloped) serrations won't tear delicate items and edges as much as traditional pointy serrations do. A very popular all around high performance multi purpose slicer. Precision forged from a single blank of steel with full tang and the excellent standard Classic line handle.