Despite its size and shape, the Shun Classic Chinese cleaver is intended for vegetables. Asian chefs use this knife in the same manner as western chefs use a Chef's knife - for chopping large quantities of vegetables. With a short up-and-down chopping motion, you can effortlessly use this Classic cleaver from Shun to chop pounds and pounds of vegetables, without getting tired. A lifetime guarantee from Shun backs this superbly crafted Japanese knife.