Collection: CHEF'S KNIVES

An all-purpose kitchen knife that chops, dices, minces, and slices. Also called a cook's knife, the heft, weight, and balance of this knife allows it to be used for heavy-duty kitchen work.

Blade Length: 10.0 in
Handle Length: 5 in

If you have only one kitchen knife, the Shun Classic 8-in. Hollow Ground Chef's Knife is the one to have. In addition to top Shun performance, what make this one special is the hollow-ground indentations on the side of the blade. They create small air pockets that reduce friction when cutting, making it easier to glide through the cut. If you've had problems with sticking, try a hollow-ground blade. Otherwise, use the Shun Classic 8-in. Hollow Ground Chef's Knife as you would any other chef's knife—for slicing and dicing small to medium-sized fruits, vegetables, and other foods.

• THE must-have kitchen knife, with hollow grinds on blade to help food release more easily
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

• Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, BBQ, Vegetable & Fruit
• Blade: Shape Chef
• Country of Origin: Japan

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 8 in. (203mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood

The all-rounder: for mincing, chopping, or cutting meat, fish, fruit, and vegetables. This Chef's Knife is an active participant in many kitchen tasks, makes food prepping pleasurable, and is part of every professional and home cook’s basic equipment. The half bolster, the junction between handle and blade, reduces the weight of the knife, making it easier to handle. It also allows the entire blade to be sharpened more easily.

Specifications:

Handle
Length: 4.3 in
Material: Resilient Synthetic Handle, Riveted

Production
SKU: 1040330116
Method: Forged
Rockwell hardness: 58 HRC
Country of Origin: Germany

Blade
Length: 6 in
Width: 1.6 in

Good For
Cabbage, Fish, Fruit, Herbs, Meat, Vegetables

Cutlery
Type: Chef's knife
Series: Classic Ikon

Care Instructions:

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry.
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink.
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best.
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.

The all-rounder: for mincing, chopping, or cutting meat, fish, fruit, and vegetables. The Chef's Knife is an active participant in many kitchen tasks, makes food prepping pleasurable, and is part of every professional and home cook’s basic equipment. The half bolster, the junction between handle and blade, reduces the weight of the knife, making it easier to handle. It also allows the entire blade to be sharpened more easily.

Specifications:

Handle
Length: 4.5 in
Material: Resilient Synthetic Handle, Riveted

Production
SKU: 1040330120
Method: Forged
Rockwell hardness: 58 HRC
Country of Origin: Germany

Blade
Length: 8 in
Width: 1.9 in

Good For
Cabbage, Fish, Fruit, Head of lettuce, Herbs, Meat, Vegetables

Cutlery
Type: Chef's knife
Series: Classic Ikon

Care Instructions:

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry.
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink.
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best.
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.

For a chef's knife that is particularly lightweight and highly maneuverable, try the Shun Classic 6-in. Chef's Knife. Like all chef's knives, it is an all-purpose blade ideal for a wide variety of cutting tasks. While the 6-in. length is perfect for slicing and dicing small to medium-sized fruits, vegetables, and other foods, many cooks prefer this smaller size for its sheer nimbleness. The wide blade keeps knuckles off the cutting board and is extra handy when transferring cut food from board to pan. With its curved belly, the Chef's knife can be gently "rocked" through fresh herbs or spices to produce a very fine mince.

• A smaller, lighter, and more maneuverable chef's knife
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

• Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit
• Blade Shape: Chef
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 6 in. (152mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood

If there is one knife that you simply can't be without, it's this one. The Shun Classic 8-in. Chef's Knife is an all-purpose blade ideal for a wide variety of cutting tasks. The eight-inch length is perfect for preparing fruits, vegetables, proteins, and other foods. The wide blade keeps knuckles off the cutting board and is extra handy when transferring cut food from board to pan. With its curved belly, the Chef's knife can be gently "rocked" through fresh herbs or spices to produce a very fine mince. Shun Classic's thinner blades makes it lighter and less tiring to use than comparable European-style Chef's knives.

• THE must-have kitchen knife; beautiful looks, high performance
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

• Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, BBQ, Vegetable & Fruit
• Blade Shape: Chef
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 8 in. (203mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood