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Shun Cutlery Classic Blonde Chef's Knife 8”, Thin, Light Kitchen Knife, Ideal for All-Around Food Preparation, Authentic, Handcrafted Japanese, Professional Chef Knife
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Blade Material | Steel |
Brand | Shun |
Color | Blonde |
Handle Material | Stainless |
Blade Edge | Plain |
About this item
- JAPANESE CHEF'S KNIFE: The Shun 8-inch Classic Blonde Chef's knife is the perfect all-purpose kitchen knife. It's ideal for preparing fruit, vegetables, meat and more
- WIDE, CURVED BLADE: This Japanese kitchen knife has a wide blade that keeps knuckles off the cutting board with a curved belly that can be "rocked" through herbs and spices for a very fine mince
- HIGH-QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Constructed with Shun's proprietary VG-MAX cutting core and clad in 68 layers of stainless Damascus, this chef knife is corrosion and stain resistant with a strong, razor-sharp edge
- COMFORTABLE HANDLE: The D-shaped, blonde Pakkawood handle is durable, beautiful, doesn't harbor bacteria, and comfortable to use for both left- and right-handed users
- TRADITIONAL, ARTISAN CUTLERY: Inspired by the traditions of ancient Japan, Shun knives are handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty
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Maneuverability | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 3.6 | — | 4.7 |
Easy to hold | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 4.2 | — | 5.0 |
Ergonomic | 4.6 | 4.9 | — | — | — | 4.8 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Cutlery and More | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
number of pieces | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
blade edge | Plain | Plain | Plain | Plain | Plain | Plain |
blade material | Steel | Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel |
blade length | 8 inches | 8 inches | 6 inches | 8 inches | 6 inches | 6.5 inches |
blade color | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver |
handle material | Stainless | Pakkawood | Stainless | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
construction type | Forged | Full Tang | Full Tang | Forged | Forged | Forged |
dishwasher safe | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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Shun“Shun” (shoon) is a concept at the very heart of Japanese cuisine. In Japanese, shun is the word used to describe local, seasonal food when it is at the peak of its flavor and freshness—at the peak of its perfection. Shun Cutlery is known for its exquisite beauty and ultra-premium performance. Yet as beautiful as Shun is on the outside, and as beautifully as it performs in your kitchen, its true beauty may be in what you don’t see. |
Handcrafted in JapanShun is dedicated to maintaining this ancient tradition by continuing to handcraft each knife in our Seki City facilities. Each piece of this fine kitchen cutlery takes at least 100 individual steps to complete. While we maintain these ancient traditions of handcrafted quality, we also take advantage of thoroughly modern, premium materials and state-of-the-art technology to provide that traditional quality to millions of professional chefs and avid home cooks throughout the world. |
Knife Steel is EssentialHeat treatment—an invisible, yet vital, process. This exacting process is fundamentally important to ensuring that your Shun provides lasting value. In heat treatment, the metal is heated and cooled to change its microstructure, bringing out its very best properties. With precise heat treatment, blade steel becomes finer grained, making it stronger and harder so blades can be thinner, sharper, and give you a longer-lasting edge. Shun’s experts are, quite simply, masters of the heat treatment process. |
Quality and PerformanceShun is the exact moment when a fruit has reached its ideal ripeness, when a vegetable is at its very best, or when meat is at its most flavorful. Home cooks and professional chefs alike celebrate shun in their kitchens, eagerly awaiting each season’s bounty and serving every ingredient in its proper time. Shun Cutlery proudly takes its name from this Japanese culinary tradition of eating the freshest food at the perfect moment. We took this name to honor this seasonal, mindful way of eating and as a mark of our dedication to making kitchen cutlery that is always at the peak of its perfection, too. |
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VG-Max Cutting Core | ✓ | ✓ | ||
VG10 Cutting Core | ✓ | |||
Solid AUS10A | ✓ | |||
Composite Blade | ✓ | |||
Double Bevel (16 Degree each side) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Handle | Textured PP/TPE | Tagayasan | PakkaWood | PakkaWood |
Handle Grip | Symmetrical | Symmetrical | Asymmetrical | Symmetrical |
Tsuchime (“hammered”) Finish | ✓ |
Shun Classic Blonde
The new Shun Classic Blonde series features our 69-layer Damascus-clad blades and PakkaWood handles in a light and beautiful natural wood tone. From their high-performance VG-MAX cutting core, to the exquisite flowing pattern of the Damascus cladding, to their polished end caps, these remarkable, handcrafted knives offer the same premium performance and materials as original Shun Classics. They are ultra-sharp, durable, beautifully balanced, and simply magnificent to behold. Our initial offering includes five of the most-wanted culinary blade shapes.
Light, Natural Pakkawood Handle
These traditional Japanese-style handles have a slight ridge on the right side, which fits into the curl of the fingers for a comfortable and secure grip. Viewed end-on, the shape resembles the capital letter "D". Pakkawood is waterproof, incredibly durable, and won't harbor bacteria.
Shun is Different
If you've never owned a Japanese knife before, you'll immediately notice how different a Shun feels in the hand. Shun is harder, lighter, and sharper. Sharpened to a steeper angle (16 degrees) with an edge that will hold longer, the Classic line is designed to cut in a smooth, slicing motion.
Layered Steel
Shun proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is a high-end "super steel" that is extremely hard, enabling Shun Classic knives to take an incredible edge and hold it longer.
Stainless Damascus Cladding is made of 34 layers of stainless steel on each side of the blade, for a total of 69 layers. Classic's cladding supports the cutting core, adds stain and corrosion resistance, and looks elegant.
Shun and Sharpening
Shun are backed by Shun against manufacturing defects. In addition to supporting our products, we will be happy to sharpen your Shun or Kai knife for free for as long as you own the knife.
You may also register your purchase.
Classic Handle
Flawless Cutting Ability
Layered Steel
Free Sharpening
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Product information
Blade Material | Steel |
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Brand | Shun |
Color | Blonde |
Handle Material | Stainless |
Blade Edge | Plain |
Blade Length | 8 Inches |
Construction Type | Forged |
Item Weight | 0.71 Pounds |
Blade Color | Silver |
Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
Number of Pieces | 1 |
Item Length | 8 Inches |
Item Weight | 11.3 ounces |
Manufacturer | KAI |
ASIN | B07X9H6FVK |
Item model number | DM0706W |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #35,364 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #123 in Chef's Knives |
Date First Available | September 16, 2019 |
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Add THE must-have all-around food prep knife to your collection with the Shun Cutlery 8-inch Classic Blonde Chef's Knife. This Japanese knife features wide blade that keeps knuckles off the cutting board with a curved belly that can be gently "rocked" through herbs and spices to create a very fine mince. The blade is also thinner than most western style knives so it's lighter and less tiring to use. The Classic Chef's Knife is constructed with Shun's proprietary VG-Max cutting core with 68 layers of stainless Damascus cladding for a strong, corrosion-resistant, stain-resistant, razor-sharp 16-degree edge that glides through food. The D-shaped, blonde Pakkawood handle is durable, beautiful, comfortable for both left- and right-handed users, and doesn't harbor bacteria. In Japan, the blade is more than a tool – it's a tradition. Housed in Seki City, the heart of the Japanese cutlery industry, Shun Fine Cutlery is dedicated to maintaining this ancient tradition. Each knife is handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty. We also leverage modern, premium materials and state-of-the-art technology to provide Shun quality to millions of professional chefs and avid home cooks throughout the world.
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Customers like the ease of use, sharpness, value, and appearance of the kitchen knife. For example, they mention it's very comfortable, works perfectly, and is well worth the money. That said, opinions are mixed on the quality.
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Customers like the sharpness of the kitchen knife. Some say it's super sharp, brilliant, and holds an edge for months. Some mention that it works perfectly and makes cooking feel a lot easier. Overall, most are satisfied with the sharp quality of the product.
"Compared to other knives I got, this one is way better and sharper! Be careful when use it and don’t put it in dish washer!" Read more
"...It feels great and it's definitely the sharpest chef knife I have now. Cangshan comes in right behind it but that's more of a weightless feel." Read more
"This knife is brilliant. Holds an edge for months just use a honing tool. I do have to say you need to baby these knives a bit...." Read more
"...It supports an alarmingly sharp edge and with occasional maintenance it stays that way." Read more
Customers find the kitchen knife very comfortable, with an excellent balance. They say the handle is much more comfortable for extended use, and the knife feels nimble and lightweight. Customers also say the knife is sharp, making slicing, dicing, and chopping a breeze. They also mention that the knife slices even tough cuts of meat easily.
"...Chopping and cutting is no longer a chore." Read more
"...It feels great and it's definitely the sharpest chef knife I have now. Cangshan comes in right behind it but that's more of a weightless feel." Read more
"...It has a thinner kerf than many alternatives so it feels nimble and lightweight. I prefer the handle to squared-up designs. Absolutely no fatigue...." Read more
"This a very sharp knife and very comfortable to use just what I was looking for. Took to work and 2 others immediately bought one." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the kitchen knife. They mention that it looks terrific, the wooden handle makes it look handsome, and it performs better than expected. Some say that the knives are beautiful and the finest they have ever owned.
"Why did I wait so long to invest in these quality knives? They are beautiful and the finest knives I have ever owned...." Read more
"Beautiful knife with a mean razor edge. And it's not the thinnest profile blade which I much prefer...." Read more
"...Exceptional quality, looks terrific and performs better than expected. It came sharp as a straight razor and has held an edge...." Read more
"...It is really sharp but also very lightweight. The wooden handle makes it look handsome as well...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the kitchen knife. They say it is well worth the money.
"...person this knife is easily the best knife I have ever held , well worth the money" Read more
"This knife is worth it. Definitely will be investing in more from this brand" Read more
"Great investment, comes very sharp out of the box, makes slicing dicing and chopping a breeze" Read more
"Worth the money..." Read more
Customers like the weight of the kitchen knife. They mention that it is lightweight, has a thinner kerf than many alternatives, and is nimble.
"...It has a thinner kerf than many alternatives so it feels nimble and lightweight. I prefer the handle to squared-up designs. Absolutely no fatigue...." Read more
"...It is really sharp but also very lightweight. The wooden handle makes it look handsome as well...." Read more
"Love the weight and feel of this knife. Holds an edge very well and is easily sharpened. However, avoid using to cut harder things like meats...." Read more
"This knife is well balanced, lightweight and sharp. A joy to use." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the kitchen knife. Some mention it's well-made, beautiful, and durable, while others say that the cutting edge isn't sturdy enough, the metal is incredibly brittle, and the tip of blade broke off within the first couple uses.
"This knife is brilliant. Holds an edge for months just use a honing tool. I do have to say you need to baby these knives a bit...." Read more
"...Absolutely no fatigue. With this capable knife, prep tasks are a pleasure...." Read more
"I loved this knife when I first got it- but the metal is incredibly brittle, and now after only a couple of months there are chips in the tip of the..." Read more
"It is easy to see why Shun knives have the reputation they do. Exceptional quality, looks terrific and performs better than expected...." Read more
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