Shun Classic knives are renowned for their razor sharp cutting edge. They are made in Japan where samurai sword making gave rise to crafting these exceptional knives. Shun uses extremely hard VG-MAX steel as its core and layers it in 34 layers of stainless steel on each side of the blade. The layers of stainless steel protect the VG-MAX steel and provide the engaging Damascus finish. Sharpening to a 16° angle on each side allows for paper thin slicing. The cutting edge is hardened to 61 degrees Rockwell so it will rarely need sharpening. These knives have narrower, lighter blades that reduce fatigue when compared with most western knives.
The handles are D shaped for an ergonomic fit. They are extremely durable and moisture resistant. The blonde PakkaWood handles have a classic presence and the metal end cap serves to protect and balance the knives.
Shun knives should be washed by hand with a non scratch cloth or sponge, warm water, and mild dish soap. Rinse thoroughly and dry immediately. Never put these knives in the dishwasher as the chemicals in dishwasher soap can damage the finish. Avoid cutting on glass, ceramic, or stone boards as they will damage the knife edge.
The Shun Classic Blonde 3-piece Starter set brings the beauty and performance of Shun Classic to your kitchen in a new lighter, brighter look. Included are the three key knives that no kitchen should be without: the 8” Chef’s knife, the 3.5” Paring knife, and the 6” Utility knife. The chef’s knife is the do-it-all knife that you will use every time you cook; the paring knife handles all the small peeling, coring, and trimming tasks; and the utility knife is perfect for all the in-between tasks. The set comes in a beautiful box suitable for storage or gift-giving.
Features:
- 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 blong 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
Use & Care:
- Do not put knives in dishwasher
- Hand wash with gentle soap and a non-scratch cloth or sponge. Rinse well and dry immediately
- Do not use soaps with citrus extracts or bleach s they can promote rust
- To protect the extremely sharp edges and your fingers, it is best to store Shun knives in a wooden block, in-drawer knife tray, sheath or knife case
- Do not use glass, ceramic, marble, granite or tile cutting boards as these can quickly dull knives
