Following Chef Tony's advice, I've ordered one of these before the holidays.

He suggested Forschner as a brand, but this comes cheaper through free shipping at Amazon.

Lyman's a little frightened at the thought of me holding one of these in my hand. He feels threatened by the 8-inch I've been using. If he doesn't quit looking over my shoulder when I'm chopping, he should.

Me, I'm working toward a twelve-inch. That'll hold him at bay.