The most consistently recommended beginner knife across every cooking community. Thin blade, comfortable handle, and professional-grade performance at a fraction of the cost.
If you ask any cooking subreddit what knife to buy first, Victorinox comes up every single time. It's not exciting, but it's the right answer.
“Victorinox. It's inexpensive, is very well-received in the culinary world, and has a thinner blade that will feel more comfortable for a beginner.”