Knives

The Shun Classic 6-inch Serrated Utility Knife, also called a tomato knife or sandwich knife, is built for foods with a firm exterior and a soft interior. Its serrations cut through tomato and avocado skins and through tougher sausage casings without tearing the flesh beneath, and it also slices hard cheeses cleanly. Sized between a chef’s knife and a paring knife, with a narrow, straight blade, it handles a wide range of small, precise tasks.
FeaturesSerrated edge: The serrations grip and cut through tough skins and casings, so soft interiors stay intact instead of being crushed.VG-MAX cutting core: Shun’s proprietary steel is strong, fine-grained, and resistant to wear and corrosion, and it holds a keen, long-lasting edge.Stainless Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports the core, adds stain resistance, and helps food release from the blade.D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handle: The handle is comfortable in either hand, durable enough for daily use, and does not harbor bacteria.Full composite tang: The composite construction keeps the knife light and balanced.Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan: Each Shun Classic knife requires at least 100 individual steps to complete in Seki City, one of Japan’s most important blade-making centers since the 13th century.
Tasks It Handles WellSlicing ripe tomatoes without crushing themHalving and slicing avocadosSlicing sausages and salami with tough casingsCutting hard cheesesBuilding and cutting sandwiches
Choosing a Shun Utility KnifeFor trimming vegetables and other work where a smooth, push-cutting edge is preferable, the straight-edged Shun Classic 6-inch Utility Knife shares this blade length and handle. For bread and other large crusted foods, a full-length serrated blade such as the Shun Classic 9-inch Bread Knife is the better tool. Learn More