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Shun Classic 9-inch Master Prep Knife (DM0784)
The Shun Classic 9-inch Master Prep Knife is for cooks who want the control of a utility knife with the reach and power of a chef’s blade. Its long, narrow blade and kiritsuke-style precision tip bring agility to a wide range of prep: trimming proteins, portioning vegetables, and slicing fruit. The slightly curved edge glides through ingredients, while the tip handles detail work and controlled cuts. The knife is light for its length, which makes it the one many cooks reach for every day. It shares the construction and handle of the entire Shun Classic line.
FeaturesLong, narrow blade: The nine-inch length completes long slices in fewer strokes, and the narrow profile reduces drag through proteins and produce.Kiritsuke-style tip: The angled tip gives precise control for trimming, scoring, and detail cuts.Slightly curved edge: The gentle curve supports both slicing strokes and controlled cuts on the board.VG-MAX cutting core: Shun’s proprietary steel is resistant to wear and corrosion and holds a long-lasting edge.Stainless Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel adds stain resistance and reduces drag as the blade passes through food.Hand-sharpened double-bevel edge: The fine, symmetrical edge serves left- and right-handed cooks equally well.D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handle: The handle is comfortable in either hand, durable enough for daily use, and does not harbor bacteria.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.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening, so the knife can be professionally sharpened by the manufacturer whenever its edge needs restoring.
Tasks It Handles WellTrimming fat and silver skin from meatsPortioning vegetables and large fruits such as melonsPrecision slicing of proteins and produceDetail work with the tipSlicing fruit and cheese
Choosing a Shun Prep KnifeThe Shun Classic 6.5-inch Master Utility Knife shares the kiritsuke-style tip in a compact length with a taller heel for knuckle clearance. For a full-height blade at a similar length, the Shun Classic 8-inch Kiritsuke is built for chef’s-knife tasks such as dicing and push cuts. The Shun Classic 6-inch Utility Knife is the shorter, straighter choice for trimming and slicing smaller items. Learn More$219.95 -
Shun Classic 7-Piece Essential Block Set (DM2003B)
The Shun Classic 7-Piece Essential Block Set gives you all the must-have pieces of kitchen cutlery in one bamboo block. It includes the Shun Classic 3.5-inch Paring Knife, 6-inch Utility Knife, and 8-inch Chef’s Knife, plus the 9-inch Bread Knife with its wide serrations for crusty loaves. Herb shears snip herbs and prove useful for many other kitchen tasks, and a 9-inch combination honing steel keeps every edge aligned between sharpenings. The laminated bamboo block offers easy-care performance and has extra open slots, so the collection can keep growing.
FeaturesFour essential knives: Paring, utility, chef’s, and bread knives cover daily prep and every kind of loaf.Herb shears: The shears snip fresh herbs and handle packaging, twine, and other everyday cutting.Combination honing steel: Regular honing keeps the plain edges aligned and extends the time between sharpenings.Laminated bamboo block: The block offers easy-care performance and leaves open slots for future Classic knives.VG-MAX cutting cores: Shun’s proprietary steel is strong, fine-grained, and resistant to wear and corrosion, and it holds a very keen edge.Stainless Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports each core, adds stain resistance, and helps food release from the blade.D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handles: The handles are comfortable in either hand, durable enough for daily use, and do not harbor bacteria.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening for every knife in the set.
Tasks It Handles WellEveryday dicing, slicing, and mincingSlicing crusty loaves and soft breadsSnipping herbs and trimming packagingPeeling, coring, and trimming fruit
Choosing a Shun Classic Block SetFor a smaller footprint, the Shun Classic 5-Piece Starter Block Set stores the chef’s, utility, and paring knives with a honing steel in a slimline block. For a complete collection that adds a santoku, offset bread knife, slicing knife, and boning knife, choose the Shun Classic 9-Piece Chef’s Choice Block Set. Learn More$679.95 -
Shun Classic 2-Piece Starter Set (DMS0220)
The Shun Classic 2-Piece Starter Set brings together the two knives every kitchen needs, and it is the natural first step into the Shun Classic line. The 8-inch Chef’s Knife is the all-purpose workhorse for slicing, dicing, and chopping fruits, vegetables, and proteins, and the 3.5-inch Paring Knife handles the precision work of peeling, coring, and trimming in hand. Between them, they cover most daily prep. The set arrives in a presentation box suitable for storage or gift-giving, and because every Classic piece shares the same handle and finish, the collection can grow one knife at a time.
FeaturesTwo essential shapes: A full-size chef’s knife for board work and a compact paring knife for in-hand detail work, so nearly every everyday task has the right blade.VG-MAX cutting cores: Shun’s proprietary steel is strong, fine-grained, and resistant to wear and corrosion, and it holds a very keen edge through extended prep.Stainless Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports each core, adds stain resistance, and helps food release from the blade.Hand-sharpened double-bevel edges: The fine, symmetrical edges serve left- and right-handed cooks equally well.D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handles: The handles are comfortable in either hand, durable enough for daily use, and do not harbor bacteria.Full composite tang: The composite construction keeps both knives light and balanced.Gift box: The presentation box makes the set ready to give and doubles as storage.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.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening, so both knives can be professionally sharpened by the manufacturer whenever their edges need restoring.
Tasks It Handles WellDicing onions, carrots, and celeryMincing herbs and garlic with a rocking cutSlicing boneless meats and fishPeeling and coring apples, pears, and tomatoesTrimming and segmenting fruit
Choosing Your Next Shun Classic KnifeThe third knife should depend on how you eat. If you bake regularly, or simply enjoy a slice of sourdough with breakfast, the Shun Classic 9-inch Bread Knife is the best addition. If your diet includes meat and fish, the Shun Classic 6-inch Boning and Fillet Knife is the better one, and it typically pays for itself by allowing you to buy less expensive cuts that need a little more preparation. For a three-knife set from the start, the Shun Classic 3-Piece Starter Set adds the 6-inch Utility Knife. Learn More$259.95 -
Shun Classic Blonde 2 pc Starter Set
The Shun Classic Blonde 2-Piece Starter Set brings together the two most indispensable knives for any kitchen. The 8" Chef’s Knife handles everything from chopping vegetables to slicing meats with effortless control, while the 3.5" Paring Knife is perfect for detailed, in-hand tasks like peeling, trimming, and shaping. Both knives showcase Shun’s renowned craftsmanship - featuring razor-sharp, layered Damascus blades and comfortable D-shaped handles that deliver exceptional balance and precision. Packaged in an elegant presentation box, this set makes an excellent gift and a timeless foundation for any cutlery collection. Learn More$259.95 -
Shun Classic 2-Piece Carving Set (DMS0230)
The Shun Classic 2-Piece Carving Set is for cooks who carve at the table, whether that means a holiday turkey, a prime rib, or a Sunday ham. It pairs the 9-inch Hollow Ground Slicing Knife with a matching 6.5-inch Carving Fork in a gift box. The fork holds the roast steady while the long, narrow blade slices through in a single stroke, which produces even slices and keeps more of the juices, and more of the flavor, inside the meat. Hollow-ground indentations along the blade help each slice release cleanly. The set completes any Shun Classic collection and makes a lasting gift.
FeaturesLong, narrow slicing blade: Nine inches of edge carves wide roasts in one stroke, so slices stay intact instead of tearing.Hollow-ground indentations: The indentations reduce friction and help slices fall away from the blade.Matching carving fork: The fork steadies the roast as you slice, and its stainless steel tines are easy to care for.VG-MAX cutting core: Shun’s proprietary steel is strong, fine-grained, and resistant to wear and corrosion, and it holds a very keen edge.Stainless Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports the core, adds stain resistance, and helps food release from the blade.D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handles: Both handles give a secure grip in either hand and do not harbor bacteria.Gift box: The presentation box makes the set ready to give and doubles as storage.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening for the slicing knife whenever its edge needs restoring.
Tasks It Handles WellCarving roast turkey and chickenCarving prime rib, beef tenderloin, and pork loinSlicing hamServing roasts at the table
Choosing a Shun Classic Slicing KnifeFor whole briskets and very large roasts, the Shun Classic 12-inch Hollow Ground Brisket Knife adds three inches of length and includes a wooden saya. If you already own a carving fork, the Shun Classic 9-inch Hollow Ground Slicing Knife is available on its own. Learn More$319.95 -
Shun Classic 5-Piece Starter Block Set (DMS0530)
The Shun Classic 5-Piece Starter Block Set supplies the cutlery basics in one compact package. It includes three of the most essential Shun Classic knives: the 8-inch Chef’s Knife for slicing, dicing, and chopping; the 6-inch Utility Knife for the in-between tasks; and the 3.5-inch Paring Knife for peeling, coring, and trimming. A combination honing steel keeps the edges aligned and extends the time between sharpenings, and a 6-slot slimline bamboo block stores everything in less counter space than a traditional block. Even with all five pieces in place, the block leaves room for one more knife and a pair of kitchen shears.
FeaturesThree essential knives: A chef’s knife, a utility knife, and a paring knife cover board work, mid-sized trimming, and in-hand detail.Combination honing steel: Regular honing maintains the edge and prolongs the time between sharpenings.Slimline bamboo block: The narrow profile saves counter space, and bamboo offers easy-care performance.Room to grow: Open slots accommodate one more knife and kitchen shears.VG-MAX cutting cores: Shun’s proprietary steel is strong, fine-grained, and resistant to wear and corrosion, and it holds a very keen edge through extended prep.Stainless Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports each core, adds stain resistance, and helps food release from the blade.D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handles: The handles are comfortable in either hand, durable enough for daily use, and do not harbor bacteria.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening for every knife in the set.
Tasks It Handles WellEveryday dicing, slicing, and mincingTrimming vegetables and slicing sandwichesPeeling, coring, and trimming fruitKeeping edges aligned between sharpenings
Choosing a Shun Classic SetFor the same three knives without the block and steel, the Shun Classic 3-Piece Starter Set arrives in a presentation box. To keep the counter clear, the Shun Classic 5-Piece In-Drawer Set adds the 9-inch Bread Knife and stores four knives in a beechwood drawer tray. For a larger collection, the Shun Classic 7-Piece Essential Block Set adds the bread knife and herb shears. Learn More$489.95 -
Shun Classic Blonde 5-Piece Starter Block Set
The Perfect Start to a Lifetime of Cooking: The Shun Classic Blonde 5-Piece Starter Set Begin your culinary journey or elevate your current collection with the Shun Classic Blonde 5-Piece Starter Set. This beautifully curated set provides the three most essential knives for any kitchen, housed in a stunning 6-slot blonde hardwood block. It’s the perfect foundation for any cook who values precision, performance, and breathtaking artistry. Each knife in this set is a masterpiece of Japanese craftsmanship, featuring a proprietary VG-MAX steel core for a razor-sharp, long-lasting edge. The core is clad in 68 layers of Damascus steel, creating Shun's iconic, rippling pattern that not only looks stunning but helps food release from the blade. The elegant blonde PakkaWood® handles provide a comfortable, secure grip for effortless cutting. Core Benefits: The Essential Kitchen Trio: This set includes the three indispensable knives for 99% of kitchen tasks: the versatile 8" Chef's Knife, the nimble 3.5" Paring Knife, and the all-purpose 6" Utility Knife. Elite VG-MAX Steel Core: Offers a peerless cutting experience with a sharp, 16° cutting angle. The blade takes and holds a precision edge, providing lasting performance and effortless slicing. Stunning Damascus Cladding: 68 micro-layers of stainless steel support the rigid core, add stain resistance, and create a beautiful, water-like pattern unique to each knife. Elegant Blonde Hardwood Block: The beautiful 6-slot block protects your blades, keeps them organized, and adds a touch of sophistication to your countertop. It includes extra slots to expand your collection. Authentic Japanese Craftsmanship: Meticulously handcrafted in Seki, Japan, this set represents a 700-year legacy of blade-making, built to last for generations. Learn More$439.95 -
Shun Classic 5-Piece In-Drawer Set (DMS0580)
The Shun Classic 5-Piece In-Drawer Set is for cooks who want a complete set of essential knives without giving up counter space. It includes four Shun Classic knives: the 3.5-inch Paring Knife for detail work, the 6-inch Utility Knife for mid-sized prep, the 8-inch Chef’s Knife for everyday chopping, and the 9-inch Bread Knife, whose wide serrations slice crusty loaves cleanly. All four rest in a space-saving 7-slot beechwood tray that fits inside a drawer, keeping the edges protected and the knives within easy reach, with three open slots to grow your collection.
FeaturesFour essential knives: Paring, utility, chef’s, and bread knives cover delicate prep through slicing crusty bread.In-drawer storage: The beechwood tray keeps counters clear and keeps each edge from knocking against other utensils in the drawer.Room to grow: Seven slots hold the four included knives with three open for future additions.VG-MAX cutting cores: Shun’s proprietary steel is strong, fine-grained, and resistant to wear and corrosion, and it holds a very keen edge.Stainless Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports each core, adds stain resistance, and helps food release from the blade.D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handles: The handles are comfortable in either hand, durable, and do not harbor bacteria.Full composite tang: The composite construction keeps every 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.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening for every knife in the set.
Tasks It Handles WellDicing, mincing, and slicing with the chef’s knifeTrimming vegetables and slicing sandwiches with the utility knifePeeling, coring, and trimming with the paring knifeSlicing crusty loaves, bagels, and soft sandwich bread
Choosing a Shun Classic SetFor counter storage instead, the Shun Classic 7-Piece Essential Block Set holds the same four knives in a bamboo block and adds herb shears and a combination honing steel. A honing steel is not included with this set; the Shun Classic 9-inch Combi Honing Rod keeps the plain edges aligned between sharpenings. Learn More$539.95 -
Shun Classic Blonde 5 Pc. In-Drawer Knife Set
Precision Meets Performance: The Ultimate Counter-Free Culinary Command Center Elevate your culinary environment with the Shun Classic Blonde 5-Pc. In-Drawer Knife Set—a masterclass in Japanese metallurgy and modern kitchen ergonomics. For the discerning chef, counter space is a premium asset. This set solves the clutter crisis without compromising on the elite performance of the Shun Classic series. At the heart of every blade lies Shun's proprietary VG-MAX cutting core. This 'super steel' is formulated with additional carbon for strength, chromium for corrosion resistance, and tungsten for a fine-grained edge that remains razor-sharp far longer than standard stainless steel. Surrounding this core are 68 layers of Damascus stainless steel cladding. This isn't just for the stunning aesthetic; the Damascus creates tiny air pockets that reduce friction, ensuring a clean release even when slicing through dense proteins or starchy vegetables. The 'Blonde' edition features the same iconic D-shaped Pakkawood handle as the original series but in a light, elegant finish. These handles are moisture-resistant, incredibly durable, and designed to tuck perfectly into the included Beechwood 7-slot tray. By moving your essential tools into the drawer, you protect the 16° hand-sharpened edges from external damage while maintaining a minimalist, professional kitchen aesthetic. From the nimble 3.5" paring knife to the authoritative 9" bread knife, this set provides the exact geometry required for every kitchen task. Learn More$399.95 -
Shun Classic Blonde 7 pc Block Set
The Shun Classic Blonde 7-Piece Block Set brings the beauty and performance of Shun Classic to your kitchen in a lighter, brighter look. It includes five must-have knives, and a Shun Combination Honing Steel. The attractive 8-Slot Birch Kickstand Block keeps your knives safe and readily accessible, with room to expand your collection. Learn More
