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ASIAN COOK’S KNIFE: The Shun Premier 7-inch Asian Cook’s Knife is expertly designed for a variety of kitchen tasks, from slicing and dicing to mincing, making it an indispensable tool for any cook.
DISTINCTIVE HAMMERED FINISH: Part of the Premier Series, this knife features a beautiful hammered tsuchime finish to reduce drag and prevent food from sticking to the blade.
SUPERIOR SHARPNESS: Crafted with VG-MAX steel and 68 layers of Damascus cladding, this knife delivers razor-sharp precision with a 16-degree edge, ensuring long-lasting performance. Narrow, gyuto-style blade provides high maneuverability.
COMFORTABLE DESIGN: The contoured Pakkawood handle offers a comfortable and secure grip, providing optimal control for both left and right-handed users.
JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP: Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan, reflecting a legacy of traditional knife-making expertise and a dedication to superior quality. Supported by free sharpening and honing.

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Blade Material	Alloy Steel
Brand	Shun
Color	Silver
Handle Material	Pakkawood
Blade Edge	Straight Edged, Straight Edged, Straight Edged, Straight Edged, Straight Edged

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Add THE must-have all-around food prep knife to your collection with the Shun Cutlery 7-inch Premier Asian Cook's Knife. This gyuto-style Japanese knife features a narrow blade profile that's light and extremely nimble while still providing enough clearance to keep your knuckles off the cutting board. The Premier Asian Cook'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. The hammered TSUCHIME finish is beautiful and helps release food easily when cutting. The walnut-finished, contoured Pakkawood handle is comfortable to use and offers a secure grip with excellent control. 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.

Full Composite Tang

Hidden in the handle, the composite tang adds strength and balance. Endcap provides balance and features the Shun logo.

Walnut Pakkawood Handle

Contoured walnut Pakkawood offers an extremely comfortable grip for both left and right-handed users.

Shun Proprietary VG-MAX Cutting Core

This high-end “super steel” is extremely hard, enabling Shun Premier knives to take an incredible edge and hold it longer.

Hammered Tsuchime Finish

Helps release food easily when cutting.

Stainless Damascus Cladding

Made of 34 layers of stainless steel on each side of the blade, for a total of 69 layers, Premier’s cladding supports the cutting core, adds stain and corrosion resistance, and looks elegant.

The Shun-Sharp Edge

Hand-sharpened to a 16° cutting angle each side, Shun’s razor edge ensures ingredients retain maximum flavor and freshness.

Versatile, all-purpose knife for any kitchen task

Perfect for mid-size fruits, vegetables, and proteins

Small blade for precision peeling and trimming

Specialized for quick, efficient vegetable prep

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What makes Shun worth the upgrade?

Shun knives are handcrafted in Japan with premium steel such as VG-MAX. Extra sharp out of the box, they stay sharp longer and deliver unmatched precision. Shun knives are more than a tool, they’re a lifelong cooking experience.

How should I care for my Shun knife?

Always hand wash with mild soap and dry immediately. Never put your Shun knife in the dishwasher. Use a soft wood cutting board like Hinoki to protect your knife edge when cutting. Do not use Shun for chopping through bone or frozen ingredients.

What is the proper cutting technique for a Shun?

Use a locomotive motion when cutting - move the blade forward or back instead of pressing straight down. This lets the blade do the work, reduces fatigue, and helps keep your Shun in top condition.

How often should I sharpen my knife?

Notice your Shun losing its edge? Hone weekly to re-align the blade. If honing no longer works, send it in for free sharpening or follow our online tutorials to hone and sharpen at home.

What’s the correct way to pronounce Shun?

Say 'Shoon' (rhymes with moon). Shun is the Japanese concept of enjoying food at its peak. We honor this tradition by crafting fine cutlery that’s always at the peak of its perfection.

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