Shun Premier knives combine the artistry of ancient Japanese craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. These blades are expertly crafted from VG-MAX steel, featuring a striking hamon line where the steels meet. They boast a sleek and lightweight design for nimble handling, and their tapered edges effortlessly guide food away. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish not only adds beauty but also enhances food release. The two-position handle, in rich walnut PakkaWood, offers a trigger grip for pull cuts as well as the perfect balance point for a pinch grip.

The Shun Premier Utility Knife is a versatile and practical tool for handling smaller food items during general food prep. Positioned between a chef's knife and a paring knife in size, it's ideal for those in-between tasks requiring precision. With its razor-sharp 16cm edge, it efficiently handles sandwich ingredients like meats, cheeses, and tomato slices, earning it the nickname of a "sandwich knife." Plus, the ambidextrous Premier contoured handle ensures a secure and comfortable grip for all users.

• Cutting Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade
• Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34 layers (69 total including core) stainless steel Damascus cladding.
• Hardness: 60 HRC
• Blade Length: 16cm
• Handle: Contoured, ambidextrous walnut coloured PakkaWood®
• Origin: Handcrafted in Japan
• All Shun Premier knife purchases come in a beautifully presented gift box.

Use & Care:

• Shun knives should be used in a smooth, slicing motion, not in a chopping, piercing or stabbing motion.
• Do not use Shun knives on hard materials like bones, joints, frozen foods, or hard vegetables like pumpkin.
• Use a good cutting board made of wood, wood composite, or polyethylene to retain a sharp edge for longer.
• Hand-wash knives with gentle dish soap and do not leave them submerged in soapy water.
• Store knives in a block, case, or magnetic holder to protect the blade and ensure safety.
• Regular honing with a Shun Honing Steel is necessary to prolong the life of the blade, and sharpening should only be done when necessary using a Shun or Seki Magoroku Whetstone or by a professional sharpener.