14 best japanese chef knives

Product description

• The VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series has been a perennial best seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.
• [[TRADITIONAL GYUTO STYLE] The most versatile and essential of all knives a cook can have is a Japanese chefs knife known as a Gyuto knife.
• The Gyuto is a Japanese chefs knife with a curved blade that smoothly rocks back and forth and has an extended tip for quick chopping that can be used to cut meat, fish, and vegetables.
• [46 LAYERS DAMASCUS VG-10] Proudly made in Japan and forged and hammered with 46 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core.
• [HAMMERED TEXTURE] The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and keeps food from sticking to the blade.
• [ERGONOMIC OCTAGONAL WA-HANDLE] This knife is complimented with a traditional Japanese Wa-style handcrafted Octagonal Handle that is lightweight and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use.
• [INCLUDED SAYA KNIFE COVER] A protective wooden sheath called a Saya is included, which protects the knife and adds to its appearance when not in use.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it comes with traditional japanese packaging (box
Answer:	from the top of the straight piece that hooks to boards, to the ring is 6 inches. You can hang them the reverse too, that is how I did mine the ring on top and holding part under. that way my pots site higher than if I had did the other way. I use all of mine that way. Hope that helps you.
Question:	What is the real blade width at the heal, without the approximation? How much does this knife weight? Does it have a distal tapper
Answer:	I'm not sure exactly but I have a clay pot filled with rock, dirt and flowers and the bracket hasn't bent at all. Very strong and sturdy
Question:	is this handle for right handed users? would it be comfortable for a lefty
Answer:	I'm sure you could it is secured with two wood screws.
Question:	Should this knife have a edge on each side? Mine seems to be beveled only on the right side of the knife
Answer:	It will mount on any surface. On brick you will need the designated fastener, as in one for cement. The product is excellent well made and very durable.

Product features

Yoshihiro VG-10 46 Layers Hammered Damascus Gyuto Japanese Chefs Knife

The most versatile and essential of all knives a cook can have is a Japanese chefs knife known as a Gyuto knife. The Gyuto is a Japanese chefs knife with a curved blade that smoothly rocks back and forth and has an extended tip for quick chopping that can be used to cut meat, fish, and vegetables.

The Blade

Forged and hammered with 46 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core, the VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series has been a perennial best seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.

VG-10 is a Japanese stainless steel that is often utilized in high end Japanese cutlery. It has a hardness, or a HRC level, that exceeds that of most other stainless steel cutlery on the market. Its exceptional hardness means that the cutting edge can be constructed thinner, and therefore sharper, allowing the blade to seamlessly cut through almost any ingredient placed in front of it.

Care & Sharpening

Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.

Stain Resistant for a Peace of Mind

Both the VG-10 steel core and the outer Damascus steel are stain resistant. This means that they resist the forming of rust when it is left wet during its use. The user is free to use the knife for extended periods without the worry of any rust buildup.

The hard VG-10 steel is clad in a softer Damascus steel in order to give the blade an added toughness and durability. The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and keeps food from sticking to the blade.

Light and Easy to Maneuver

The thickness on Yoshihiro VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series is particularly thin, making for a blisteringly sharp blade and an overall lightness in weight that makes it easy to maneuver and use by just about anyone.

From dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmers market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, even the simplest tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.

Protective Magnolia Knife Sheath

A protective wooden sheath called a Saya is included, which protects the knife and adds to its appearance when not in use.

This knife is complimented with a traditional Japanese Wa-style handcrafted Octagonal Handle that is lightweight and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use.

Product description

This is the place to start your Shun Sora collection: The Sora chef's knife. Of course you know it's the essential kitchen knife. But what you might not know is that since the Sora line features traditional Japanese blade and handle shapes, in Japan, the Sora chef's knife would be called a Gyuto. It's used for all the same purposes as a chef's knife—all-around food preparation. But the Sora chef's has less curve than a western chef's knife, which means it contacts the cutting board along more of its length, so more food is cut per slice. The Sora has a gentle roll off the tip compared to the large roll of a western style knife, so the Sora needs to be lifted less, making cutting more efficient. Once you try the Sora chef's knife, you'll wonder what you ever did without it.

• The must-have kitchen knife - handcraft in Japan
• Steel: proprietary composite blade technology; VG10 san Mai cutting core; Japanese 420J blade upper
• VG10 is clad with one layer of stainless steel on each side to create the San Mai edge and provide stain resistance
• Handle: traditional Japanese handle design in easy-care, textured PP/TPE blend. Blade Edge - Non-Serrated
• Hand wash only, blade length is 8 inches. Steels are permanently joined
• Hand-sharpened 16 Degree, double-bevel blade (32 Degree comprehensive)

User questions & answers

Question:	Does the knife have a double edge
Answer:	Yes there is, the blade is branded
Question:	The chef knife that i bought its been broken after less then two months........there is some warranty
Answer:	No, it come in a box
Question:	How often do you need to sharpen this knife, never, rarely or frequently
Answer:	This is a good low end steel, it's a Chinese copy of 440a making it a solid option for a chef's knife. It should be very easy to sharpen and keep honed, but don't expect it to hold an edge forever as it's still a low grade stainless. If you can sharpen and maintain an edge it should have no issue cutting sweet potatoes.
Question:	What is the edge shape on this Shun Sora knife? Is it a Western type edge shape of 50/50, or a more traditional Japanese edge shape of
Answer:	I can't tell how long the sharpness will last but it's been a while since I got it, and it's still pretty good. It doesn't come with a sharpener just the knife by itself.

Product features

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 Japan

Shun 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 Essential

Heat 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 Performance

Shun 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.

Shun Sora

In Japanese, Sora means "sky." With Sora's proprietary Composite Blade Technology, this beautiful series offers sky-high value by bringing together a VG10 three-layer san mai cutting edge with a polished Japanese 420J stainless steel upper.

This technology puts high-performance material exactly where it's needed most - on the cutting edge.

Knife Handle

The Sora line features a traditional handle design with textured TPE which provides excellent grip, balance, and easy maintenance. Topped on the end of the handle is the Shun logo in stainless steel which enhances and balances the handle.

Composite Blade Technology

Sora uses Kai's proprietary Composite Blade technology to bring together a VG10 three-layer san mai cutting edge with a Japanese 420J stainless steel upper. The two blade sections are laser cut, then fit together like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle.

Braze welding permanently joins them. The attractie wavy pattern at the join is based on traditional Japanese sword hamon lines.

Layered Steel

The Sora line features VG10 clad with a layer of stainless steel on each side to support and protect, then hand-sharpened to 16 degrees each side.

Shun and Sharpening

Shun brand products sold by Kai USA Ltd. are backed by Shun against manufacturing defects. In addition to supporting our products with this claim, 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.

Product description

A staple for every kitchen, the Shun Classic 8-inch Chef’s Knife is an all-purpose blade, equipped for a variety of cutting tasks. With its slightly curved blade, the Shun Chef’s knife easily rocks through fresh herbs for easy mincing too. The size and width of the blade makes it an ideal tool for preparing protein, fruits, vegetables and many other foods. Made with the Damascus layering technique, the blade is comprised of 69 total layers – 68 layers of alternating steel and a proprietary VG-MAX core. VG-MAX steel contains additional chromium, carbon, tungsten and cobalt for increased strength, durability, sharpness and resistance to corrosion. Handcrafted by highly skilled specialists in Japan, Shun knives are a harmonious combination of ancient blade-making traditions and cutting-edge innovation. The craftsmanship and quality of each knife is a testament to the high quality prioritized by Shun. No home is complete without a Classic 8-inch Chef’s Knife. Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34 layers each side (68 total) stainless Damascus cladding

• VG-MAX steel is a formula exclusive to Shun with extra tungsten for a sharper edge, more chromium for corrosion resistance and additional cobalt and carbon for strength and durability
• Handle is ebony PakkaWood; PakkaWood is a hardwood infused with resin for a durable, water resistant finish, perfect for easy cleaning and tough enough for constant use
• For proper slicing, push the knife forward and down while cutting through food and then pull it up and back, repeating the process in a “locomotive” motion; this prevents chipping for smooth cuts
• “Shun” the Japanese word indicates a food’s peak ripeness; Shun draws on its Japanese roots and traditional blade-making practices to produce knives that perform excellently
• The 8-inch Chef’s Knife is a staple kitchen utensil and a great gift for newlyweds, homeowners, parents, grandparents, cooks, aspiring chefs, hostesses or to keep as a personal kitchen tool

Product features

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 Japan

Shun 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 Essential

Heat 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 Performance

Shun 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.

Shun Classic

Shun Classics are the original Shuns, the first Japanese-style knives to be made available to a wider audience in North America. Instead of heavy ponderous blades, Shun Classic blades are lighter with razor-sharp edges and crafted from advanced steel. Rather than weighty, Western handles, Shun Classic offers the graceful control of a traditional Japanese handle.

With Shun Classic, you'll discover a wide selection of traditional blade shapes as well as unique shapes - so you can always find the right handcrafted knife for every kitchen task.

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 brand products sold by Kai USA Ltd. 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.

Product description

With all the power and versatility of a chef’s knife in a slightly smaller blade, the Shun Sora 6-inch Chef’s Knife is a lightweight, maneuverable kitchen knife capable of handling a variety of ingredients and functions. Its slightly curved belly allows for gentle rocking motions to mince herbs and other foods, a helpful asset during meal preparation. Blade is made using Shun’s proprietary Composite Blade technology to bring together a premium VG10 cutting edge with a Japanese 420J stainless steel blade upper. This technology puts high-performance material on the cutting edge and allows Shun to offer extremely high-performance knives at a more affordable price. The Chef’s Knife handle is made in a traditional Japanese design and made from a PP/TPE polymer blend, resulting in a lightweight and durable handle. Shun kitchen knives are handcrafted in Japan for pristine quality as Shun strives to produce knives of perfection. Shun provides premier kitchen cutlery for every type of kitchen.

• An all-purpose knife enhancing every kitchen, the Shun 6-inch Chef’s Knife is capable of a range of cuts on a variety of foods; shorter blade makes it exceptionally agile
• The hand-sharpened, 16-degree blade, a signature of Shun kitchen knives, retains its edge over long durations of time and constant use; Shun provides free re-sharpening when needed
• Lightweight blade fashioned with a slightly curved belly enhances versatility of the Sora Chef’s Knife and provides optimal range of motion for chopping and mincing needs
• A high-quality knife makes prepping for any meal enjoyable; the Shun Sora Chef’s Knife is the perfect tool for holidays, family dinners, brunch, happy hour, date nights, parties and more
• Quality kitchen knives are a worthwhile investment, an easy choice to make with Shun’s exceptional stainless steel cutlery; Sora series provides premier knives at amazing prices

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the handle plastic? Or classic like any other shun
Answer:	You can certainly use the 6" Wusthof Chef's knife for meat--and even bones--but for large bones, I would suggest a knife with a larger, heftier blade.
Question:	Does this specific knife have a full tang
Answer:	I'll do it for you. It's a perfect knife for chopping and slicing. The 6" is also small enough for peeling. If you think you're a "chef", buy a knife that's more expensive so you can show it off to your friends at dinner parties. If you're a cook, this knife is the one to get.
Question:	what kind of warranty is there with this knife
Answer:	The Wusthof Classic 10" Cook's Knife is a little under 2" at its widest point.
Question:	Does it comes with the original box? For gift
Answer:	Yes, it is double edged, if you mean, beveled on both the inside and outside of the cutting edge. This is unlike traditional Japanese knives beveled on one side of the cutting edge and flat on the opposite side. If you mean double edged like a Roman sword, then no, it is flat across the spine.

Product features

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 Japan

Shun 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 Essential

Heat 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 Performance

Shun 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.

Shun Sora

In Japanese, Sora means "sky." With Sora's proprietary Composite Blade Technology, this beautiful series offers sky-high value by bringing together a VG10 three-layer san mai cutting edge with a polished Japanese 420J stainless steel upper.

This technology puts high-performance material exactly where it's needed most - on the cutting edge.

Knife Handle

The Sora line features a traditional handle design with textured TPE which provides excellent grip, balance, and easy maintenance. Topped on the end of the handle is the Shun logo in stainless steel which enhances and balances the handle.

Composite Blade Technology

Sora uses Kai's proprietary Composite Blade technology to bring together a VG10 three-layer san mai cutting edge with a Japanese 420J stainless steel upper. The two blade sections are laser cut, then fit together like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle.

Braze welding permanently joins them. The attractie wavy pattern at the join is based on traditional Japanese sword hamon lines.

Layered Steel

The Sora line features VG10 clad with a layer of stainless steel on each side to support and protect, then hand-sharpened to 16 degrees each side.

Shun and Sharpening

Shun brand products sold by Kai USA Ltd. are backed by Shun against manufacturing defects. In addition to supporting our products with this claim, 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.

Product description

Yoshihiro hammered Damascus knives have 16 layers of VG-10 Gold, a Japanese Super Steel. The knife Is stain-resistant and durable. The gusto is a Chef's knife. It is used to cut meat, fish and vegetables.

• Gyuto Chef's Knife is the most versatile and essential of all chef knives perfect for dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven.
• 3 Layer construction with a VG-10 Japanese stainless steel center core with a HRC 60 for exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and durability with ease of sharpening.
• An elegant 16 layer hammered outer steel is a stylish yet functional design eliminating friction and keeping food from sticking to the blade
• A premium Mahogany wood handle with a full tang for a well balanced construction for seamless use.
• Excellent for entry level chefs. Hand wash only and sharpen on quality whetstones. Comes ready to use out of the box. 100% handcrafted by skilled tradesmen in Japan. Not mass produced.

User questions & answers

Question:	The handle smells very strong of paint. Anyone else? It’s so bad that I can’t touch my food directly afterwards
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Does anyone have a suggestion on a blade cover for this knife
Answer:	Yes
Question:	How do you care for this knife
Answer:	No it does not.
Question:	What is the angle of the bevel
Answer:	Nope. I bought this last Christmas and it's been through the dishwasher many many times. Still good as new.
Question:	Can Scratches be polished out
Answer:	I think it would, they're a very heavy gauge metal and well balanced.
Question:	Does this knife come with a sleeve
Answer:	I have all 3 sizes for my plants, 16 inch stand you can add glass at the top but the stand not that big. for side table I would use 25 inch much bigger.
Question:	What grit whetstone would you suggest to keep this knife sharp
Answer:	This product has been changed from a removable top and folding base (flat-packed) to come completely assembled as one piece. That said, we don't know when Amazon's inventory will switch over.
Question:	How to maintain the wood handle
Answer:	At least 30 pounds. Probably 50. Very sturdy and stable.

Product features

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 Japan

Shun 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 Essential

Heat 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 Performance

Shun 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.

Shun Kanso

Kanso is a design principle based on Zen philosophy. It means "simplicity" but it is a simplicity that is achieved by concentrating solely on what is most essential. When it comes to Shun's Kanso cutlery, essential means high-performance steel, a razor sharp edge, perfect balance, and precision cutting control.

Kanso is simple - and beautiful - kitchen cutlery that simply performs.

Tagayasan Wood Handle

Known as "iron sword wood" - the Kanso line features a Tagayasan Wood handle that is notable for its denseness, durability, and simple beauty while providing easy cutting control. The handle is also angled for a comfortable chef's grip and precision cutting.

Full Tang Construction

Providing cutting balance and strength, the Kanso line features a full tang construction, meaning the blade and handle are one piece of steel.

The Kanso line also features a Heritage finish on the blade that helps hide scratches and gives the blade a rustic look that improves with age.

Layered Steel

As in all Shun knives, the steel is essential to the performance of the cutting edge. The Kanso line features Japanese AUS10A blade steel - a highly refined, high-carbon, vanadium stainless steel that takes a razor-sharp edge and holds it longer.

Shun and Sharpening

Shun brand products sold by Kai USA Ltd. 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.

Yoshihiro VG-10 Hammered Damascus Gyuto Chefs Knife

The Blade

VG-10 is a Japanese stainless steel that is often utilized in high end Japanese cutlery. It has a hardness, or a HRC level, that exceeds that of most other stainless steel cutlery on the market. Its exceptional hardness means that the cutting edge can be constructed thinner, and therefore sharper, allowing the blade to seamlessly cut through almost any ingredient placed in front of it.

Hammer clad Damascus steel

The hard VG-10 steel is clad in a softer Damascus steel in order to give the blade an added toughness and durability. The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and keeps food from sticking to the blade.

Elegant Exterior with Functionality

An elegant 16 layer hammered outer steel is a stylish yet functional design eliminating friction and keeping food from sticking to the blade.

Stain Resistant for a Peace of Mind

Both the VG-10 steel core and the outer Damascus steel are stain resistant. This means that they resist the forming of rust when it is left wet during its use. The user is free to use the knife for extended periods without the worry of any rust buildup.

Balanced and Fit for Comfort

Complimented with a premium handcrafted Mahogany handle that extends to the full tang of the knife and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use.

Product description

Knife Features

→ Blade Material: VG-10 Stainless Steel



→Edge Angle: Double Edged



→Grade: Damascus



→Handle Shape: Octagonal



→Handle Material: Shitan Rosewood



→HRC:60



→Knife Style: Gyuto Chefs Knife



→Saya Cover: Natural Magnolia Wood



→Stain Resistant: Yes



Forged and hammered with 46 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core, the VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series has been a perennial best seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.



The most versatile and essential of all knives a cook can have is a Japanese chefs knife known as a Gyuto knife. The Gyuto is a Japanese chefs knife with a curved blade that smoothly rocks back and forth and has an extended tip for quick chopping that can be used to cut meat, fish, and vegetables.



Proudly made in Japan. This knife is complimented with a traditional Japanese Wa-style handcrafted Octagonal Handle that is lightweight and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use. A protective wooden sheath called a Saya is included, which protects the knife and adds to its appearance when not in use. The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and keeps food from sticking to the blade.



Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.

• Grade : NSW Damascus / Knife Type: Gyuto(Chef’s Essential Knife)
• Steel Type: VG-10 46 Layers Hammered Damascus Stainless Steel
• Blade: Double-Edged (50/50) / Blade Length: 9.5" (240mm)
• Handle Material: Octagonal-Shaped Shitan Rosewood with Mahogany Bolster
• Hardness Rockwell C scale: 60 / Saya Cover: Natural Magnolia Saya Included

User questions & answers

Question:	does the knife come with Tsubaki oil, Or is this something you need to purchase extra
Answer:	Medium point. Our engineers really like the smooth writing medium point.
Question:	What is the difference in the 16 layer and the 46 layered VG10 blades? Is it just weight and thickness
Answer:	It says 2 per pack but I see how the picture is misleading. I didn't buy this item exactly. My pack only had one in it and it was $5. So given the price (8.18..although I see one for $5.77 w/ prime) and the picture description above it, I would guess (take it for what its worth) that there are two in each one and they are just showing you the grip colors. Sorry I can't be more help. They are GREAT pens though so if it were me, I would take the chance and get them
Question:	What the difference between this nsw 46 and the yoshihiro vg-10 46 layers hammered damascus gyuto
Answer:	Medium
Question:	What is this blade´s edge angle
Answer:	It has 2 of the same six colors. It's two identical packs together.

Product features

Yoshihiro VG-10 46 Layers Hammered Damascus Gyuto Chefs Knife

The Blade

VG-10 is a Japanese stainless steel that is often utilized in high end Japanese cutlery. It has a hardness, or a HRC level, that exceeds that of most other stainless steel cutlery on the market. Its exceptional hardness means that the cutting edge can be constructed thinner, and therefore sharper, allowing the blade to seamlessly cut through almost any ingredient placed in front of it.

Hammer clad Damascus steel

The hard VG-10 steel is clad in a softer Damascus steel in order to give the blade an added toughness and durability. The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and keeps food from sticking to the blade.

Stain Resistant for a Peace of Mind

Both the VG-10 steel core and the outer Damascus steel are stain resistant. This means that they resist the forming of rust when it is left wet during its use. The user is free to use the knife for extended periods without the worry of any rust buildup.

Balanced and Fit for Comfort

This knife is complimented with a traditional Japanese style handcrafted octagonal natural Shitan Rosewood handle affixed with a double bolster.

Protective Magnolia Knife Sheath

A protective wooden sheath called a Saya is included, which protects the knife and adds to its appearance when not in use.

Product description

This Molybdenum gyuto has a thin blade that is sharp with great edge retention. It is also stain resistant so it is easy to care for. Comes with natural magnolia handle in octagon shape with water buffalo horn bolster. The Gyuto is a general-purpose chef knife. Used for cutting meat, fish and vegetables. It has a double-edge blade, making it versatile for use. Not to be use on frozen foods. About YOSHIHIRO- "YOSHIHIRO" has been designated as a one of the Best Sword Craftsman in Japan since 1550. Over 500 years of their sword making history and technique achieves one of "Best Sushi Chef Knife Maker" in Japan. (BOLSTER COLOR -VARIES) We Ship Around the World New in Box.

• Yoshihiro- Molybdenum Steel Wa Gyuto Chef Knife 9.5" (240mm)
• Made in Japan
• Gyuto Chef Knife

User questions & answers

Question:	this knife can cut the fish bone
Answer:	It would depend on what material it's made from it might work on one that is made from cloth of some type but not on glass. These are like regular pens you write papers with.
Question:	Is this the same high carbon as the Ginsan gyuto? If not, what are the major differences
Answer:	I have never written them on black paper but I would think not so well. You might be able to see some glitter faintly. They're not metallic ink colors that would make the colors stand out in black paper. Definitely they're better to use on white paper or others but not black.
Question:	Does this still come 10.5 in blade
Answer:	Not too bad but yes you can see it through loose leaf paper. Couldn't write on both front and back of a page with the darker colors. The lighter ones you could!
Question:	How heavy is the kinfe by individual
Answer:	No hole at the top 😬

Product features

Yoshihiro Ice Hardened High Carbon Stainless Steel Wa Gyuto

The most versatile and essential of all knives a cook can have is a Japanese chefs knife known as a Gyuto knife. The Gyuto is a Japanese chefs knife with a curved blade that smoothly rocks back and forth and has an extended tip for quick chopping that can be used to cut meat, fish, and vegetables.

The Blade

Our Ice Hardened Molybdenum series are made by forging a single piece of high carbon Aus-8 stainless steel. Ice hardening is a process that helps draw out the hardness of refined steel while infusing it with enough resiliency to perform consistently in the most exacting of conditions. These knives are perfect for those who are looking for a thin, razor sharp, double edged blade that is lightweight.

Care & Sharpening

Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.

Elevated Edge Retention and Stain Resistant

Exceptionally thin and light. This particular knife series emphasizes a superior cutting edge by utilizing an exceptionally thin blade design that will effortlessly cut through ingredients with very little abrasions to its surface. The thinness of the blade boosts the edge retention and sharpness of the blade and is perfect for chefs who are looking for a thin and razor-sharp blade.

Our Ice Hardened Molybdenum series are stain resistant. This means that they resist the forming of rust when it is left wet during its use. The user is free to use the knife for extended periods without the worry of any rust buildup.

Balanced and Fit for Comfort

This knife is complimented with a traditional Japanese Wa-style handcrafted Octagonal Handle that is lightweight and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use.

Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans creating a unique one-of-a-kind work of art.

Lacquered Knife Sheath

A protective wooden sheath called a Saya is included, which protects the knife and adds to its appearance when not in use.

Preparing delicious meals starts with taking wholesome ingredients and using the best tools such as a high quality chef’s knife to make every meal into something special. From dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmer’s market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, even the simplest tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.

Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans creating a unique one-of-a-kind work of art.

Product description

Knife Features

→ Blade Material: VG-10 Stainless Steel



→Edge Angle: Double Edged



→Grade: Damascus



→Handle Shape: Octagonal



→HRC:60



→Knife Style: Kiritsuke Multipurpose Knife



→Saya Cover: Optional Magnolia Saya Cover Sheath



→Stain Resistant: Yes



Forged and hammered with 16 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core, the VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series has been a perennial best seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.



The Kiritsuke is one of the most versatile and essential of all knives a cook can have. The blade of the Kiritsuke is wider and straighter than a standard chef knife while having a curved tip. The wideness of the knife with its straight end makes it suited for chopping vegetables while the long curved tip makes it suitable for cutting thin slices in meat or fish.



Proudly made in Japan. This knife is complimented with a premium Western Style Handle that extends to the full tang of the knife and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use. An optional protective wooden sheath called a Saya can be purchased together, which protects the knife and adds to its appearance when not in use. Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans creating a unique one-of-a-kind work of art.



Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.

• Forged and hammered with 16 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core, the VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series has been a perennial best seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.
• The Kiritsuke is one of the most versatile and essential of all knives a cook can have. The blade of the Kiritsuke is wider and straighter than a standard chef knife while having a curved tip. The wideness of the knife with its straight end makes it suited for chopping vegetables while the long curved tip makes it suitable for cutting thin slices in meat or fish.
• Preparing delicious meals starts with taking wholesome ingredients and using the best tools such as a high quality chef’s knife to make every meal into something special. The Kiritsuke is suited for many tasks such as for dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmers market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven. Even the simplest tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.
• Proudly made in Japan. This knife is complimented with a premium Western Style Handle that extends to the full tang of the knife and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use. An optional protective wooden sheath called a Saya can be purchased together, which protects the knife and adds to its appearance when not in use. Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans creating a unique one-of-a-kind work of art.
• Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the length from back of the spine to the blade? (Width
Answer:	Yes, BAZIC Glitter Color Gel Pen is non-toxic and acid-free.
Question:	is it a single bevel knife
Answer:	The colors are opaque. The blue pen is a medium color. You should know that the pen that appears to be red in the picture is actually hot pink. While the pink isn't bad, I originally bought the whole set for the red pen primarily. I have used the set on several things; even the yellow shows up well. pink is OK, I wanted a red pen which was the original
Question:	what is the edge angle on this knife? 15 degrees? 20 degrees
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Does this knife have a 70/30 grind
Answer:	I don't know, but here is a picture that should give you an idea. Looks like a normal, medium-sized tip. https://picclick.com/6-pcs-set-Fruit-Scented-Glitter-Gel-Ink-Pen-162198671137.html#&gid=1&pid=1

Product description

The Edo Usuba is reminiscent of a small cleaver and has a blunt tip that comes in handy for such things as cutting the eye out of a potato. The Usuba is hefty enough to chop through heavy root vegetables with a blade that can thinly slice delicate tomatoes. One of the most sought after of knives and fast becoming a new essential companion to the popular chef's knife is the traditional Japanese vegetable knife known as the Usuba. Reminiscent of a small cleaver, this knife is cherished for its ability to chop through root vegetables to thinly slicing delicate tomatoes. From prepping greens for a salad to chopping vegetables for a main dish, the simplest of tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.

Our VG-10 Hammered Damascus Usuba Knife is forged with a traditional straight blade that smoothly cuts paper thin slices and can quickly chop through hearty vegetables. Forged and hammered with 46 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core, this knife is complimented with a traditional Japanese style handcrafted Octagonal Red Pine Handle. A protective wooden sheath called a "Saya" is included, which protects the knife and adds to its appearance when not in use. The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and keeps food from sticking to the blade. Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans creating a unique one of a kind work of art.

• Grade: Damascus / Edge Angle: Double Edged
• Knife Style: Nakiri
• Handle Shape: Octagonal / HRC: 60
• Material: VG-10 Stainless Steel / Handle Material: Ambrosia Handle
• Saya Cover: Magnolia Wood

User questions & answers

Question:	How long is the blade
Answer:	I would write directly to the seller to try and get an answer to this question. Great idea though! I would love to have a bunch of the red glitter ones, I use them for everything.
Question:	Could you tell me what the blade height is
Answer:	These pens contain no smear, no bleed ink; however, these are not waterproof.
Question:	Does this knife have a full tang? I find it to be very lightweight in the handle
Answer:	No, the gel will not adhere and the roll ball will not glide easily on the football surface
Question:	Is this full tang
Answer:	I have purchased these pens several times & have had no problems with them. The ink flow is smooth and the colors vibrant.

Product description

Top-of-the-line MIYABI Birchwood is a work of culinary art. Both blade and handle are crafted from the most precious materials, which shape their striking appearance. More than meets the eye, the potent core of SG2 micro-carbide powder steel is protected by 100 layers of steel. MIYABI's innovative, ice-hardening process locks in the long-lasting sharpness of the CRYODUR blades. Beneath its beautiful exterior, the flower Damascus pattern provides added durability. The scalpel-like blade is complemented by an equally striking Karelian (Masur) Birch handle. A prized material for knife handles, Karelian Birch is also the only wood ever used in a Faberge egg. Exquisite and ergonomic, MIYABI Birchwood knives feel as good as they look. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan.

• G2 micro carbide powder steel
• Authentic thin Japanese blade profile
• Hand honed using the three step Honbazuke process to a 9.5 to 12 degree edge
• Handle length:5.39 inch

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this knife have a full tang
Answer:	The pockets will work, but are slightly larger than a regular-size piece of printer paper. Therefore, your binder would have to have surface that allows for the peel & stick area to adhere.
Question:	Is the knife for right-handed users as well what sheath would you recommend with it
Answer:	The nibs are 1.0mm
Question:	How long is the is blade from the spine by the hilt to the edge below it? how long does the opening to a knife sheath have to be
Answer:	Thank you for your inquiry. OOLY Yummy Yummy Glitter Gel Pens do not write on black paper. Try our Tutti Fruitti or Totally Taffy Scented Gel Pens or for metallic colors try our OOLY Color Lustre Metallic Brush Markers.
Question:	What does Miyabi's lifetime warranty include on this knife
Answer:	Thank you for your inquiry. Yes the gel pens can be used on fabric, however keep in mind this would be textured surface and may not write as smoothly as it would on paper.

Product description

The first thing that catches the eye about the beautiful Shun Premier series is its magnificent tsuchime (tsoo-CHEE-may) finish. This hammered finish combined with Premier's mirror blade polish and intricately layered Damascus, gives Shun Premier a look that is at once rustic and sophisticated. But the real beauty of Premier is how it performs. Premier is designed to provide exceptionally agile handling. The lightweight, razor-sharp blades are quick and precise. The palm swell on the handle nestles into the hand to provide confident control - for both smaller and larger hands. The embossed endcap and brass ring provide both balance and beauty.

• Premier 8-inch Chef’s knife will quickly become the most used knife in the kitchen; lightweight, agile and offering an extremely comfortable grip, users never want to set the knife down
• Razor-sharp edge of blade is perfect for slicing, dicing and chopping a full range of fruits, vegetables and other foods; thinner, lighter blade makes this knife less tiring to use
• Contoured, PakkaWood handle rests comfortably in any hand; hammered tsuchime finish helps release food easily when cutting for a smooth clean cut
• Shun Cutlery knives make prep work fun and takes a typically mundane task from boring to exciting; Shun’s knives are hand-sharpened, handcrafted and have a strong Japanese heritage
• Very comfortable and easy to use with a beautiful, eye catching finish

Product features

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 Japan

Shun 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 Essential

Heat 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 Performance

Shun 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.

Shun Premier Grey

When you pick up a new kitchen knife, your reaction should be “ooh, ahh” rather than “ho hum.” Pick up the new Shun Premier Grey and feel the agile lightness of the blade, the contoured comfort of the handle, and then enjoy the quick and easy work it makes of your meal prep. Premier Grey offers all the performance of our popular Premier series, with a sophisticated, cool-grey Pakkawood handle that’s at home with any kitchen style. The grey handle is paired with a gloriously beautiful blade that is thin, hard, razor-sharp and helps make your time in the kitchen anything but ho-hum.

Grey Pakkawood Handle

Shun Premier Grey features a PakkaWood Handle that offers a comfortable grip. Stylish Grey-colored PakkaWood is durable, and won't harbor bacteria. The embossed endcap adds beauty and balance.

The handle features a full composite tang that adds strength and balance.

16 Degree Cutting Edge

Like all Shun knives, the Premier line features a 16 degree cutting edge that is hand sharpened and razor sharp. The blade has a double-bevel, quick taper, and flat ground.

VG-MAX Cutting Core

Shun Premier features our VG-MAX steel, the newest of the VG line of "super steels". Available only from Shun, this extremely fine-grained steel has been enhanced to offer "maximum" performance, strength, corrosion resistance, and a sharp, long-lasting edge.

The hammered tsuchime finish helps release food food easily when cutting.

Shun and Sharpening

Shun brand products sold by Kai USA Ltd. 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.

Product description

The chef's knife is the multipurpose workhorse of the kitchen. Perfect for mincing, cutting, chopping, slicing and prep work. The "workhorse" of the kitchen is perfect for cutting, chopping, slicing and prep work.

High tech from tip to handle, Global knives from Japan created a sensation when they burst onto the world's culinary stage as an alternative to traditional European-style cutlery. Blades are made of hard molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel and "face-ground" with a long taper rather than a short bevel so edges remain sharp longer than even the best high-carbon stainless-steel knives. Edges also are ground at a more acute angle than traditional European-style knives and arrive from the factory razor-sharp. Although Global also makes a "heavyweight" line for cooks who prefer hefty knives, its original knives--of which this 8-inch chef's knife is an example--have thinner blades and are lighter than traditional European-style knives. Global also dispensed with bolsters on its original knives to reduce weight. Balance is achieved by injecting a precise amount of sand for a particular blade style into a hollow handle. To ensure balance is continuous, the sand flows inside the handle as a blade is maneuvered. A finger notch between blade and handle provides safety.

Stainless-steel handles are Global's most striking feature. They're molded to fit the hand and dimpled to resist slipping. Smaller around than many European-style handles, they're easy for small-handed cooks to grasp and seamless for sanitation. Global recommends using a ceramic sharpener or a diamond steel instead of a metal sharpening steel for its knives, supplemented by a synthetic whetstone, a ceramic whetstone, or a Shinkansen sharpener. Global also makes a Sharpening Guide Rail so blades can be honed on a whetstone at the proper angle. Global knives should be hand washed to protect edges. They carry a lifetime warranty against defects and breakage. --Fred Brack

• Lightweight, precisely balanced 8-inch or 20cm chef's knife
• Blade made of high-tech molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel
• Edge retains razor sharpness exceptionally well
• Stainless-steel handle molded for Comfort, dimpled for safe grip
• Lifetime warranty against defects and breakage

User questions & answers

Question:	I am trying to register this knife with global since there is a lifetime warranty. There is no serial number on the knife, do you know where it is
Answer:	I just bought this knife from a store heavily discounted. It definitely is just a sticker.
Question:	Does the knife come with a case or sheath
Answer:	Nope
Question:	are the blades stamped or forged
Answer:	It’s very light probably less than 10 pds
Question:	Are the Global knives dishwasher safe
Answer:	If you go into the search bar type in OApier steam replacement pads and it will bring up one that Amazon recommends “isinlive”, I think these would work. These are what I’m ordering since the mfg doesn’t seem to have their own🤷‍♀️

Product features

Razor Sharp Edge

The most important feature of any knife is its edge, and the GLOBAL edge is truly its signature. The majority of the GLOBAL knives are sharpened or ground on both sides of the blade, just like Western style knives. However, their edges are ground steeply to a point as illustrated in Fig. 1, and to an acute angle. This is in contrast to Western or European knives that use a beveled edge, Fig. 2. The straight edge results in a dramatically sharper knife which stays sharper longer. The edge on a GLOBAL knife is so large and prominent that it is easily seen with the naked eye and extends a quarter of an inch or more up from the tip of the knife.

Cromova 18 Stainless Steel

CROMOVA 18 is a steel, with a special mixture of molybdenum, vanadium and chromium. The exact combination is our trade secret, but the steel is made to be hard enough so that the knives retain their sharpness, yet soft enough to sharpen with a whetstone. The high chromium content gives the knives excellent resistance to rust and staining.

Functional Design Steeped In Tradition

From its modest inception, GLOBAL has developed into one of the most successful brands of professional kitchen knives in the world. Still crafted by hand in Yoshikin’s factory in Niigata, Japan, GLOBAL knives are manufactured to extremely high and exacting standards. GLOBAL has attracted much acclaim over the years and received numerous awards.

Used By Home and Professional Chefs

Used by home and professional , Global knives are lightweight, yet razor sharp that help reduce hand fatigue. Global knives retain their edge longer than any other major brand on the market

Product description

The Shun Classic 8-inch Western Cook’s Knife offers a 22° cutting angle instead of the 16° cutting angle of the rest of the Shun Classic series. This less-acute edge provides additional strength that helps when tackling heavier foods, for example winter squash or large heads of cabbage. Nevertheless, this knife shares the thinner, lighter blades and beautiful construction of the rest of the Shun Classic series. It’s perfect for a wide range of kitchen tasks, from slicing, dicing, and chopping to rocking cuts. This attractive kitchen performer features Shun’s exclusive VG-MAX cutting core for a sharp, long-lasting edge. Then 34 micro-layers of stainless steel on each side of the blade support the core and produce the beautiful rippling pattern on the blade. Moisture-resistant Pakkawood handles provide a comfortable grip and easy control as you cut. The Shun Classic 8-in. Western Cook’s Knife is part of the Shun Classic line of tasteful and contemporary cutlery.

• Enjoy the luxurious, handcrafted Classic Western Cook’s Knife featuring Shun Cutlery’s innovative technology and cutting-edge performance; never look for another heavy duty chef’s knife
• Influenced heavily by Japanese traditions and ancient sword smiths, Classic Cook’s Knife reflects meticulous designs and hard work in each detail; pure, authentic style stands out in every kitchen
• Western Cook’s Knife includes a beautifully sculpted, ebony, patented PakkaWood handle that provides controlled, comfortable grip; chop, cut and slice with expert confidence in each fluid movement
• Shun’s beautiful, high-performance Western Cook’s Knife is perfect gift for newlyweds, party hosts, moms, dads, in-laws, aspiring chefs or culinary experts; upgrade any kitchen with generous gift
• Exceptional steel blade clad with Damascus stainless steel ensures effective, long-lasting performance; VG-MAX proprietary steel of Western Cook’s Knife promises durability and corrosion-resistance

User questions & answers

Question:	There are some diference between the western and normal chef's knife
Answer:	My order was fulfilled by Amazon, so they should be embarrassed. This bottle has 365 pills, so it obviously should have an expiration date of at least one year out from the date of sale. I purchased my pills in April 2020, and the expiration date is November 2020. Obviously, that means my bottle will expire with only half of the pills used. Not happy. I know this is not the seller's fault because they relied on Amazon to ship their product, and Amazon dropped the ball. To make matters worse, my package actually had a prominent sticker on it that indicated an expiration date of September 2021, but when I pulled the bottle from the packaging, I found that it's clearly marked as expiring in November 2020. I run out of pills from my old bottle in 2 days, so I don't have time to ship this back and get a replacement, so... I guess I'll be ordering from somewhere else in 6 months. I'm just posting this in case the seller might see it, so they know that Amazon is ruining their rep by shipping out product that does not have a reasonable expiration date. I am not leaving the seller a review, because it wouldn't be fair to downgrade them for something that is Amazon's fault.
Question:	What's the height of the blade at the heel? What is the spine thickness
Answer:	Made in USA
Question:	The description reads vg-10, shun has switched to vg-max for this knife, are people receiving the new vg-max or the older stock now
Answer:	I had no 70 count bottle and I sold my last 45 count one. I'm not sure what the expiration date was, but it was not in my stock very long and assume it had at least a year or two left before it expired. Sorry about the slow response; I somehow let it get by me and didn't notice your inquiry until today.
Question:	Does the handle on these knives curve slightly to the outside (for right hand users) or is my knife bent
Answer:	We sell only authentic products.

Product features

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 Japan

Shun 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 Essential

Heat 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 Performance

Shun 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.

Shun Classic

Shun Classics are the original Shuns, the first Japanese-style knives to be made available to a wider audience in North America. Instead of heavy ponderous blades, Shun Classic blades are lighter with razor-sharp edges and crafted from advanced steel. Rather than weighty, Western handles, Shun Classic offers the graceful control of a traditional Japanese handle.

With Shun Classic, you'll discover a wide selection of traditional blade shapes as well as unique shapes - so you can always find the right handcrafted knife for every kitchen task.

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 brand products sold by Kai USA Ltd. 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.