Good weight, nice size, out of the box sharp. Could be a bit sharper but I'm thankful it wasn't when I took it out as I might have had a nasty cut. Truly a beautiful piece and a welcome one to my collection. Only complaint, it did take a good while to properly wash it. I would recommend drying it off with a paper towel or cloth just to make sure it still isn't giving off any black residue. Thought I did a good job my first go but darkened the meat slightly as I cut through. 5 stars