Shun
Shun is the premier Japanese brand of KAI Corporation, known for combining traditional Japanese blade-making with modern technology. Their knives feature stunning Damascus patterns and premium VG-MAX steel.
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Shun is the premier Japanese brand of KAI Corporation, known for combining traditional Japanese blade-making with modern technology. Their knives feature stunning Damascus patterns and premium VG-MAX steel.
The volume first chef's knife in that catalog is the Shun Classic 8-inch.
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Shun Classic 6" Petty
A beautiful petty knife with Shun's classic Damascus pattern. Perfect for detail work and small tasks.
Shun Classic 7.5" Kiritsuke
A versatile kiritsuke with Shun's classic damascus. The angled tip allows for precision work.
Shun Classic 8" Chef's Knife
A handcrafted Japanese chef's knife featuring 68 layers of Damascus cladding and a VG-MAX cutting core.
Shun Classic Nakiri 6.5"
A handcrafted Japanese vegetable knife featuring 68 layers of Damascus cladding, a VG-MAX cutting core, and a comfortable D-shaped Pakkawood handle.
Shun Cutlery 8" Chef's Knife Dual Core
A revolutionary knife with alternating layers of SG2 and VG10 steel. Beautiful herringbone pattern and exceptional performance.
Shun Kanso 8" Gyuto
A minimalist Japanese chef's knife with AUS10A steel. Great performance at a more accessible price point.
Shun Hikari Knife: 8-Inch Chef's Knife
Hikari knives are the premium Shun line: SG2 powder steel, hand-sharpened in Seki, Japan. This 8-inch chef's knife is for precision cutting.
Shun Premier 7" Santoku
Hand-hammered tsuchime finish, VG-MAX steel at 60-61 HRC, 68-layer Damascus, 16-degree edge. The Premier line's handle works for both right- and left-handed cooks.
Shun Sora 8" Chef's Knife
Shun's entry-level line with VG10 cutting edge. Great introduction to Japanese knives.
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