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Minonokuni Take 210mm Usuba
Master the art of vegetable preparation with the Minonokuni Take 210mm Usuba, a traditional Japanese blade designed for ultimate precision. As the essential tool for any chef serious about their craft, the Usuba excels where other knives cannot. The defining feature is its traditional single-bevel grind and razor-sharp edge, allowing for unparalleled control when creating paper-thin sheets (katsuramuki), delicate garnishes, and precise cuts. The flat profile and substantial 210mm length provide the stability and surface area needed to work through vegetables cleanly and efficiently, without cracking or bruising them. Learn More$245.00 -
Minonokuni Take 180mm Kama-Usuba
The Minonokuni Take 180mm Kama-Usuba is a traditional single-bevel Japanese vegetable knife crafted for precision and control. Designed with a distinctive sickle-shaped tip, this knife excels at detailed vegetable work, fine cuts, and intricate garnishes, while also performing beautifully for katsuramuki and thin peeling tasks. Forged by skilled artisans, the Take series features high-carbon steel that sharpens to a razor edge, ensuring clean, consistent cuts that preserve texture and freshness. The natural wood handle provides a comfortable, balanced grip, making it an ideal choice for professional chefs and dedicated home cooks who value traditional Japanese technique and superior craftsmanship. Learn More -
Minonokuni Take 180mm Left-Handed Kama-Usuba
Designed to chop, slice and cut vegetables, the Minonokuni Take 180mm Left-Handed Kamagata Usuba is truly a work of art. Hand-forged in the methods originally developed for sword making, this is a traditional single sided Japanese knife. This model favors left handed users. At 180mm in length this blade is easy to maneuver and control. It offers enough length to be used when create thin vegetable sheets for sushi wrapping, but is small enough to quickly tap chop without fatigue. This is a White Steel Carbon Blade. It takes an extremely sharp edge, but is less delicate than Blue Steel alternatives that offer longer edge retention but are more brittle and require more aggressive abrasives when sharpening. This is an extremely functional knife for the working sushi chef. Learn More$265.00 -
Minonokuni Take 210mm Kama-Usuba
For the chef who moves beyond simple slicing into the realm of true culinary sculpture, the Minonokuni Take 210mm Kama-Usuba is the ultimate instrument. This is the Kansai-region evolution of the traditional Usuba, designed for a higher level of artistry. The defining feature is its kama, or sickle-shaped tip, which provides a delicate point for the most intricate tasks. This elegant curve allows for precise scoring, decorative carving (mukimono), and detailed peeling with the finesse of a paring knife, all without ever putting the main blade down. At the heart of this specialized tool is a blade of Aogami #2 (Blue Paper Steel), a steel celebrated by master chefs for its phenomenal sharpness and incredible edge retention. This premium material allows the long, flat portion of the 210mm blade to glide effortlessly through vegetables, creating whisper-thin sheets and perfect cuts with minimal cell damage. The generous length provides confident stability for board work, while the unique tip offers unparalleled agility. The Minonokuni Take Kama-Usuba is not just a knife; it is a declaration of skill and a tool for the uncompromising culinary artist. Learn More$245.00 -
Shun Premier 4-inch Paring Knife (TDM0700)
The Shun Premier 4-inch Paring Knife handles the small, detailed work that a chef’s knife is too large for. Its thin, lightweight blade and keen edge peel, trim, and make decorative cuts with precision, and it cuts small items such as shallots and garlic cleanly. The compact size gives you close control whether you work in hand or on the board. The contoured bottom of the handle provides a secure grip whether you hold the handle or pinch the blade. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish on the Shun Premier blade helps food release as you cut.
FeaturesThin, lightweight blade: The slim blade moves precisely around curves and into tight spaces.Contoured handle: The handle’s shaped underside stays secure in a handle grip or a pinch grip.VG-MAX cutting core: Shun’s proprietary steel resists wear and corrosion and holds a fine, keen edge.Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports and protects the core.Hammered tsuchime finish: The hand-hammered surface helps food release from the blade while cutting.Walnut PakkaWood handle: The handle offers comfort and control and resists moisture.Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan: Each Shun 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 edge can be professionally restored whenever it needs it.
Tasks It Handles WellPeeling apples, pears, and potatoesTrimming and coring strawberries and tomatoesMincing shallots and garlicDeveining shrimp and scoring meatMaking decorative garnishes
Choosing a Shun Premier KnifeFor slicing sandwiches and trimming mid-sized produce, the Shun Premier 6.5-inch Utility Knife adds length without much bulk. To pair it with the knife you will use most, the Shun Premier 2-Piece Starter Set includes this paring knife and the 8-inch Chef’s Knife. Learn MoreRegular Price: $149.95
Special Price $119.95
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Shun Premier 6.5-inch Utility Knife
The Shun Premier 6.5-inch Utility Knife is a versatile, all-purpose blade designed to handle a wide variety of kitchen tasks. Sized between a paring knife and a chef's knife, it is more nimble than a larger knife for trimming and slicing, while offering more length than a paring knife for cutting larger items. This knife is perfectly suited for situations where a chef's knife feels too large. The hand-hammered finish on the blade helps reduce drag, allowing food to release more easily. Its straight blade makes it proficient at slicing, and the pointed tip is useful for detail work. The handle is shaped to provide a comfortable and secure grip for precise control. This knife is particularly well-suited for tasks such as: Slicing: Cutting through sandwiches, meats, and cheeses. Trimming: Preparing vegetables like asparagus, green beans, or broccoli. Cutting Produce: Slicing mid-sized fruits and vegetables like tomatoes, shallots, and citrus. General Prep: Handling everyday tasks that require more length than a paring knife. Learn MoreRegular Price: $159.95
Special Price $127.95
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Shun Premier 7-inch Santoku (TDM0702)
The Shun Premier 7-inch Santoku is an Asian-inspired all-purpose knife that handles the basic kitchen cutting tasks with ease. It is especially well suited to the push cut, moving the blade down and forward through the food, which produces clean, even slices of vegetables and boneless proteins. Slightly shorter than a standard chef’s knife, it is light and easy to maneuver, yet it keeps enough curve along the belly for a rocking cut when you need one. The wide blade carries cut food to the pan. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish on the Shun Premier blade helps food release as you cut.
FeaturesSantoku profile: The flatter edge excels at push cuts, and enough belly remains for rocking.Compact length: The blade is shorter than a standard chef’s knife, so it is light and quick to maneuver.VG-MAX cutting core: Shun’s proprietary steel resists wear and corrosion and holds a fine, keen edge.Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports and protects the core.Hammered tsuchime finish: The hand-hammered surface helps food release from the blade while cutting.Contoured walnut PakkaWood handle: The handle offers comfort and control and resists moisture.Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan: Each Shun 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 edge can be professionally restored whenever it needs it.
Tasks It Handles WellPush-cutting cucumbers, carrots, and zucchiniDicing onions and peppersSlicing boneless meat and fishMincing herbs and garlicScooping cut food from board to pan
Choosing a Shun Premier SantokuFor a smaller blade, the Shun Premier 5.5-inch Santoku suits smaller hands and boards. If you prefer a rocking motion, the Shun Premier 8-inch Chef’s Knife has more curve. For a dedicated vegetable knife with a fully flat edge, consider the Shun Premier 5.5-inch Nakiri. Learn MoreRegular Price: $219.95
Special Price $175.95
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Shun Premier 9.5-inch Slicing Knife (TDM0704)
The Shun Premier 9.5-inch Slicing Knife is made for carving and slicing meat. Its long blade lets you cut each slice in a single stroke, producing long, even slices without the tearing and sawing that a shorter knife requires. The narrow profile and keen edge reduce friction, so the blade moves smoothly through roasts and poultry. It suits a wide variety of meats and also slices larger vegetables and melons. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish on the Shun Premier blade helps each slice release from the steel.
FeaturesLong blade: Nine and a half inches of edge crosses wide roasts in one stroke, so slices stay intact.Narrow profile: The slim blade reduces friction for a smooth, clean cut.VG-MAX cutting core: Shun’s proprietary steel resists wear and corrosion and holds a fine, keen edge.Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports and protects the core.Hammered tsuchime finish: The hand-hammered surface helps slices release from the blade.Contoured walnut PakkaWood handle: The handle offers comfort and control and resists moisture.Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan: Each Shun 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 edge can be professionally restored whenever it needs it.
Tasks It Handles WellCarving roast turkey, chicken, and duckSlicing prime rib, pork loin, and leg of lambSlicing brisket and hamSlicing smoked salmon and cured meatsCutting large melons
Choosing a Shun Premier Slicing KnifeTo carve at the table with a matching fork, the Shun Premier 2-Piece Carving Set pairs this knife with the 6.5-inch Carving Fork. For a smooth Damascus finish and D-shaped ebony handle with hollow-ground indentations, consider the Shun Classic 9-inch Hollow Ground Slicing Knife. Learn MoreRegular Price: $219.95
Special Price $175.95
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Shun Premier 9-inch Bread Knife (TDM0705)
The Shun Premier 9-inch Bread Knife is for cooks who slice bread of every texture, from crusty sourdough to tender brioche. Its wide, sharp, low-frequency serrations saw through bread without crushing it and leave fewer crumbs than a plain edge. Because the serrations are spaced farther apart than on a typical sawtooth bread knife, they cut rather than tear. The same smooth cut makes it well suited to cakes and pastries. The 9-inch length crosses a full loaf in long strokes, and the hand-hammered tsuchime finish on the Shun Premier blade helps slices release.
FeaturesLow-frequency serrations: Wide, sharp serrations cut cleanly through hard crusts without compressing the soft interior.Fewer crumbs: The serrations cut rather than tear, which keeps crumbing to a minimum.9-inch blade: The length crosses large loaves and layer cakes in long, even strokes.VG-MAX cutting core: Shun’s proprietary steel resists wear and corrosion and holds a fine, keen edge.Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports and protects the core.Hammered tsuchime finish: The hand-hammered surface helps slices release from the blade.Contoured walnut PakkaWood handle: The handle offers comfort and control and resists moisture.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening, including the serrated edge.
Tasks It Handles WellSlicing sourdough, baguettes, and rustic loavesSlicing brioche, challah, and sandwich breadCutting bagels and rollsLeveling and slicing cakesSlicing pastries and tarts
Choosing a Shun Premier Bread KnifeFor smaller jobs such as tomatoes and sandwiches, the Shun Premier 6.5-inch Serrated Utility Knife combines serrations with a fine center edge. The same bread knife is available with a D-shaped ebony handle and smooth Damascus finish as the Shun Classic 9-inch Bread Knife. Learn MoreRegular Price: $229.95
Special Price $183.95
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Shun Premier 8-inch Chef's Knife (TDM0706)
The Shun Premier 8-inch Chef’s Knife is the knife you will reach for every day. It is light and agile, and its thinner blade makes it lighter and less tiring to use than comparable European-style chef’s knives, which matters over a long session of prep. The 8-inch length and keen edge handle slicing and dicing across fruits, vegetables, and proteins. The wide blade keeps your knuckles clear of the board and doubles as a scoop for moving cut food to the pan, and the curved belly lets you rock the blade to mince herbs and garlic finely. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish on the Shun Premier blade helps food release as you cut.
FeaturesThin, lightweight blade: Less weight in the hand reduces fatigue through extended prep.Wide blade: The blade height gives knuckle clearance on the board and carries cut food to the pan.Curved belly: The rounded edge supports a rocking motion for fine mincing.VG-MAX cutting core: Shun’s proprietary steel resists wear and corrosion and holds a fine, keen edge.Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports and protects the core.Hammered tsuchime finish: The hand-hammered surface helps food release from the blade while cutting.Contoured walnut PakkaWood handle: The handle offers comfort and control and resists moisture.Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan: Each Shun 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 edge can be professionally restored whenever it needs it.
Tasks It Handles WellDicing onions, carrots, and celeryMincing herbs, garlic, and ginger with a rocking cutChopping cabbage, squash, and other large produceSlicing boneless meat, poultry, and fishMoving cut food from board to pan
Choosing a Shun Premier Chef’s KnifeFor smaller hands or a smaller board, the Shun Premier 6-inch Chef’s Knife is the more compact choice; for large volumes and big produce, the Shun Premier 10-inch Chef’s Knife covers more board per stroke. If you prefer push cuts to rocking, the straight edge of the Shun Premier 8-inch Kiritsuke suits that style. The same length is available with a D-shaped ebony handle and smooth Damascus finish as the Shun Classic 8-inch Chef’s Knife. Learn MoreRegular Price: $219.95
Special Price $175.95
