I've never handled either but I think the BR would chop just as well as the DFCG even though it is thinner. I think the thinness of the BR would make it a better overall knife to use, too.

Both have Rec-C, so comfortability isn't a problem.

Not really to sure about the edge retention but the BR might be better due to a the differential heat treat (edge of 62-64 I believe? )

Do you have a BR Satin?

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