Summary
Distinguished by hammered blades and walnut-colored PakkaWood handles, the Shun Premier Collection showcases the artistry and precision of artisan-forged knives. Modeled after European knives, this Western chef’s knife has a 22-degree cutting edge that provides additional strength for cutting heavier foods like winter squash and cabbage.
- Blade features a core of extremely hard VG-MAX "super steel" clad on each side with 34 microthin layers of stainless steel.
- Striking hammered finish (tsuchime in Japanese) reduces drag when cutting and helps release food from blade.
- Walnut-finish PakkaWood handle has two-position design, providing a trigger grip for pull cuts and the perfect balance point for pinch grips.
- Stainless-steel endcaps embossed with Shun logo add stability, strength and wide weight distribution from end to end.
Dimensions & More Info
- 6" Knife: 6" blade, 5 3/4" handle; 6 oz.
- 8" Knife: 8" blade, 4" handle; 8.5 oz.
- Made in Japan.
Use & Care
Use
- Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
- Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.
- It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.
Care
- Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately.
- Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus extracts.
- Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing once a week, your knife should not need sharpening more than once or twice a year.
- Sharpen your knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener designed to sharpen at a 22-degree angle, or have it sharpened by a professional.
- Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.
