In December 2017 Saveur Magazine named this as an "Absolute Best Kitchen Knife According To Our Test Kitchen" stating that "I’m partial to the blade shape; most paring knives are intended for working in the air with a “choke grip” and so they’re awkward for use on a cutting board. This little guy has an offset heel like a full-sized chef’s knife so your knuckles won’t hit the board while chopping or slicing; the butt of the handle has a gentle curve for a comfortable grip."