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Shun Classic 8" Chef's Knife, Handcrafted Japanese Kitchen Knife, VG-MAX Core with Damascus Stainless Steel Cladding, Pakkawood Handle, High Quality Chef Knife for Professional and Home Chefs

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Size: 8"


Color: Black


Features

  • JAPANESE CHEF KNIFE: The Shun Classic 8-inch Chef's Knife is expertly designed for a variety of kitchen tasks, from slicing and dicing to mincing, making it an indispensable tool for any cook.
  • PIONEERING EXCELLENCE: Bring home a piece of the renowned Classic Series the original authentic Japanese cutlery line introduced to the United States. Enjoy superior craftsmanship and innovative design.
  • SUPERIOR SHARPNESS: Crafted with VG-MAX steel and 68 layers of Damascus cladding, this knife delivers razor-sharp precision with a 16-degree edge, ensuring long-lasting performance.
  • COMFORTABLE DESIGN: The D-shaped Pakkawood handle offers a comfortable and secure grip, providing optimal control for both left and right-handed users.
  • JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP: Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan, reflecting a legacy of traditional knife-making expertise and a dedication to superior quality. Supported by free sharpening and honing.

Description

A staple for every kitchen, the Shun Classic 8-inch Chef’s Knife is an all- purpose blade, equipped for a variety of cutting tasks. With its slightly curved blade, the Shun Chef’s knife easily rocks through fresh herbs for easy mincing too. The size and width of the blade makes it an ideal tool for preparing protein, fruits, vegetables and many other foods. Made with the Damascus layering technique, the blade is comprised of 69 total layers – 68 layers of alternating steel and a proprietary VG-MAX core. VG-MAX steel contains additional chromium, carbon, tungsten and cobalt for increased strength, durability, sharpness and resistance to corrosion. Handcrafted by highly skilled specialists in Japan, Shun knives are a harmonious combination of ancient blade-making traditions and cutting-edge innovation. The craftsmanship and quality of each knife is a testament to the high quality prioritized by Shun. No home is complete without a Classic 8-inch Chef’s Knife. Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34 layers each side (68 total) stainless Damascus cladding

Blade Material: Alloy Steel


Brand: Shun


Color: Black


Handle Material: Pakkawood


Blade Edge: Plain


Blade Material: Alloy Steel


Brand: Shun


Color: Black


Handle Material: Pakkawood


Blade Edge: Plain


Blade Length: 8 Inches


Construction Type: Forged


Item Weight: 0.68 Pounds


Blade Color: Silver


Is Dishwasher Safe: No


Item Length: 13.75 Inches


Manufacturer: Kai


Size: 8"


UPC: 400002689126


Global Trade Identification Number: 26


Item Weight: 10.9 ounces


Department: unisex-adult


Country of Origin: Japan


Item model number: DM0706


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Antibacterial treatment: Classic


Care instructions: Hand Wash


Assembly required: No


Number of pieces: 1


Warranty Description: Lifetime warranty


Batteries required: No


Included Components: Chef Knife


Import: Imported


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    • Fantastic
Size: 8" Color: Black
The knife is sharp enough to comfortably shave with out of the box, much moreso than I anticipated. The edge sings if you run your finger across it just rings like a bell. It's a gorgeous knife. The Damascus pattern and profile of the blade are very pleasing. There's very little food drag. There isn't a sharp corner on the knife so there's no difficult to clean crevices it's as easy as wiping it down and drying it off. It has a very solid feel. Coming from somebody who has only had western kitchen knives and mostly cheap ones to boot, it almost feels more like a knife you would carry than a kitchen tool. The handle is ergonomical. I'm left handed and it's still perfectly comfortable for me and it feels like it would fit in the right hand very well. It's well balanced. I wouldn't recommend it because of how keen it is but you can literally spin the knife around your finger without trouble. As a whole it seems very well designed and well put together I plan on getting some of the smaller models when I have the money to spare. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2024 by kyle c
    • Cuts like it’s butter
Size: 8" Color: Black
Review Image by 6SeveN1 6SeveN1
Best quality knives I’ve ever bought and cuts so easily. Ended up buying a set. Worth every penny.
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2024 by 6SeveN1 6SeveN1
    • Beautiful, functional, lightweight, and wickedly sharp!
Size: 8" Color: Black
I love this knife. So much so that we purchased the matching 6" chef knife as well and have plans to buy more!! I researched a LOT before I bought this blade. And I chose it because it is light weight and has a thinner blade than the European-made competitors. It is SO EASY TO USE. It has *just enough* heft to get the job done without tiring your hands out. Being an average woman, my hands aren't huge (ladies' size 7 gloves). This knife fits my hand well, and ALSO fits my average-guy-sized hubby's hand despite that it's much larger than mine. These blades are works of art. They're each unique and beautiful. I enjoy using them more because I like looking at them! I know it is silly but it's true. Same reason my dish cloths are my favorite color and my cutting board is a thing a beauty... cooking is more fun when you enjoy looking at your tools! We purchased this knife in I think June 2019, it is now October 2019, it has been around 4 1/2 months of daily use (we cook almost every day), and it has lost the super keen edge and needs to be honed, but it's *still* sharper than any other knives I have ever owned! We are going to hone them soon, honestly we haven't yet because we are nervous about doing it, I'm paranoid I'll mess up and damage the blades. I don't actually expect it to give us any trouble, though, and a few moments of work will hone them back to a dangerously sharp edge. I kid you not, I have accidentally sliced through my fingernails several times, and had no idea until I either started bleeding or saw I was missing a slice of nail!! It was so sharp at first I could literally cut through a fingernail and not feel it. Let that sink in for a minute... like i said, dangerously sharp when brand spanking new. I have had to learn to be less sloppy with the knife!!! However, I am OK with the crazy sharpness, I have learned not to accidentally amputate my fingertips, and after 4 1/2 months I am still in love with my Shun knives. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2019 by Gapeach
    • Must Purchase
Size: 8" Color: Black
Extremely light and sharp. Worth the price.
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2024 by Bret McLaughlin
    • Best knife I have ever used.
Size: 8" Color: Black
No wonder professional chefs use these. Light, good grip, balanced very sharp. Lat knife you will ever need.
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2024 by htjeff
    • Well made blade for a home cook.
Size: 8" Color: Black
Length, edge and width are all very good. Not great, but good. Also, keep in mind that this is a western chef’s knife made in the Japanese style. What this means is a thinner blade width/thickness and no built up “guard” at the base end. This translates to a lighter weight implement. My only issue is with the handle. As a cost saving measure the knife has a “hollow tang”, making the overall weight of it extremely light. I’ve worked in professional kitchens for half of my life and prefer a weightier handle with a whole, full tang blade with solid materials used for the knife handle’s scales. It’s a well made, great value piece of cutlery for use in a home kitchen. But if you’ve worked with commercial cutlery for any amount of time, I suggest that you search elsewhere. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2024 by john
    • Sharp
Size: 8" Color: Black
Great knife. Balanced high quality and sharp. Don’t hesitate
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2024 by Uncle Jim
    • Love It!!! - but Rust? YES! You MUST Clean and DRY after each use!
Size: 8" Color: Black
I read some of the one star reviews saying they were appalled that the blade rusts if you don't dry it. BUT you MUST wash and Dry after each use... That's Damascus maintenance And Carbon Steel maintenance, and it's good hygiene. I love Japanese knives...love the thin and remarkably sharp blade. It makes slicing and dicing so fun! Put the blade on a tomato and with no pressure slide the blade and feel it go through like a hot knife through butter....BEAUTIFUL! This blade is so sharp and easy to use for very accurate cutting. And it is such a joy to use. I have big hands, and it just makes me smile every slice... it's a dream knife! Every time you use this knife you will love it. And be sure to hone it after each use...keep it like a razor-sharp samurai and you will never regret it. And of course the blade is 15° versus 20° on a European knife. So be sure to find the proper “sharpener”. Also, you must also clean and DRY the blade after each use, because it is made of carbon steel. If you don’t, you will see tiny RUST SPOTS on the cutting edge. This seems to shock some people, but Carbon Steel MUST BE cleaned and DRIED after each use. It's not Stainless Steel. Ah! So no abrasives! And you can even use wax to keep it looking nice and dry... Really, cleaning and drying it carefully afterward puts a nice closing to the ceremony of using a great knife. And caring for the one you love is a pleasure, no? ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2020 by Selrahc Tenitram

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