It cuts incredibly well! It feels like it cuts with a moderate weight. Especially with tuna and salmon, it cuts smoothly without slipping. I compared it with several other knives, but it cut so well that it took me a long time to list it for sale. This product is meticulously handcrafted using carefully selected blade steel and traditional manufacturing techniques passed down over many years. If you've heard that steel knives cut well, this is exactly what that means. Please check the photos for the condition and any rust.