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Shun Classic 8-Inch Chef's Knife
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List Price: $150.00
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Product Details
- Binding: Kitchen
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- Brand: Shun
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- EAN: 4901601556650
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- Features: 8-inch chef's knife for versatile slicing, chopping, dicing, and more, Made from VG-10 stainless steel clad with 32 layers of high-carbon stainless steel, Patterned, layered surface; stunning look of Damascus steel with added rust resistance, Black laminated PakkaWood D-shaped handle provides maximum comfort, Measures approximately 12 by 2 inches; dishwasher-safe; limited lifetime warranty
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- Label: Shun
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- Manufacturer: Shun
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- Material Type: carbon-steel
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- Model: DM0706
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- Product Group: Kitchen
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- Publisher: Shun
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- Size: 8-inch
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- Studio: Shun
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- Title: Shun Classic 8-Inch Chef's Knife
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Product Description: Made in the ancient city of Seki, Japan, Shun knives rely on extremely sharp blades, made of Japanese VG10 steel clad with 32 layers (16 on each side) of a proprietary blend of high-carbon stainless pounded so thin, it delivers precision slicing, cutting and chopping that is unprecedented by any of its German competitors. Imagine, a knife made the same way as ancient Samurai swords, handcrafted still today. Sharper out of the box than other knives, the Shun Classic maintains its sharpness longer, since the finely-polished blade edge has a natural tendency to remain straighter, yet when required, it can be honed using a standard steel or sent to the factory for free sharpening. The wavy, Damascus-look pattern on the blade creates minute air pockets that offer stick resistance, so food releases easier and prep time is reduced--plus it's rust-free. The ebony Pakka wood handle, a highly durable combination of layers of white birch wood and resin, is designed in a ???D??? shape to fit firmly and comfortably in the hand, with the bonus of being dishwasher safe and NSF approved for commercial kitchens. You don't need to be a Japanese sushi chef to appreciate the precision and lightness of this 8-inch Chef's knife. The long, slightly curved blade allows the home or pro chef to work in the efficient rolling motion for chopping and dicing, especially ideal for dense vegetables and fruits. Th
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Customer Reviews
Great but flawed
Super sharp, comfortable to use, lightweight, great looking, very happy until... used the knife to cut tomatoes which stained the stainless steel blade.
Not sure if this is normal, or if the blade is faulty. The stains look like water marks but conventional cleaning does not remove them. I'm dissapointed because the knife is only a week old and I handwash soon after every use.
Suggestions for stain removal are most welcome, as I love the look of this knife.
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Amazing
This is one amazing Chef's knife.
Just keep in mind, that is VERY sharp.
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I could not live without this knife.
I've cooked with this knife for two years now, as the sous chef in a restaurant. It's really the work horse of my kitchen; I probably use it twice as much as any other knife. Before the Shun, I used a Henckel set, which were perfectly adequate, but now when I pick up my Henckel 8" it feels blunt and a little unwieldy.
The Shun came out of the package with an incredible edge, and with proper care it keeps that edge for a long time. This knife is pretty easy to keep razor sharp if you steel it regularly. It does hard vegetables like turnips and rutabagas with a lot less pressure than other knives I've used, and it does regular dicing very quickly. I found that the curve on the blade was nicely suited to my chopping style, not too steep or shallow. The handles are also well-formed, and my hands don't get tired even after hours of prep work.
This knife is very pretty, but looks aren't really a consideration if you're looking for a utilitarian knife to use in a restaurant. It's performance that matters, and this knife delivered. Since purchasing it and falling in love, I've added other Shun knives to my collection, and my knife set at home is now Shun too. I'd buy it again in a heartbeat.
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When you find the right knife, you know it.
I took a chance in buying this knife, first, because of the expense, and second, the purchase was sight unseen (which I wouldn't recommend anyone doing at this price point). I'm happy and relieved it paid off! I've been having a lot of trouble finding a knife with a comfortable grip, and therefore having some trouble holding the knife properly and consistently for long periods of time. I settled last year for a Santoku from Henckels, which I still really like, but it just wasn't, you know, *it*. The first time I grasped the Shun out of the box, it just fit -- it was like it was made for my hand. It almost dares me to hold it incorrectly. I'm still adjusting to losing the smooth and easy food release of the Santoku blade, but, the trade-off in comfort is worth it. (Of course, now I'm eyeing the 7" Santoku from Shun....) Very happy with this purchase, and I'm looking forward to a long veggie prep, canning and soup season this year.
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My right hand
Having a knife that fits your hand and is balanced makes prep a snap. The angle and type of steel keeps it sharp and easy to keep sharp. The fact it looks good is a bonus...
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