This why you should NEVER try to catch a dropped knife...
BTW, I also have a Chinese-style cleaver. The first time I used it, I cut my fingertip. And then almost chopped a finger OFF (took weeks to heal).
It is safely stashed with a plastic edge guard on it in a drawer with some other things that are good but unused. I may try it again soon. But I'm AFRAID of the darn thing.
PSA for you all. "Sharp edges and wine do not combine well"...