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Shun Premier Knives
Shun Premier knives combine a VG-MAX cutting core with 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding on each side (68 total) and a hand-hammered tsuchime finish. The hammered surface helps food release from the blade as you cut, and it gives every Premier knife its distinctive appearance. Each blade is sharpened to 16° per side for a fine, keen edge. The contoured walnut PakkaWood handle resists moisture and provides a secure grip, and the Shun emblem appears on the blade and the end cap. Like every Shun knife, Premier knives are handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, and come with free lifetime sharpening and a limited lifetime warranty. Premier shares its steel, cladding, and edge with the Shun Classic line; the two differ in finish and handle.
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Shun Premier 6-inch Chef's Knife (TDM0723)
The Shun Premier 6-inch Chef’s Knife is for cooks who prefer a shorter, lighter blade. It handles the usual chef’s knife tasks, slicing, dicing, and rocking through herbs, with quick performance and a high degree of control. The compact length suits smaller hands, smaller cutting boards, and cooks who find an 8-inch blade more than they need. The curved belly supports a rocking cut for mincing, and the hand-hammered tsuchime finish on the Shun Premier blade helps food release as you cut.
FeaturesCompact chef’s profile: The 6-inch blade keeps full chef’s knife versatility in a nimble size.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, peppers, and shallotsMincing herbs, garlic, and gingerSlicing boneless chicken, pork, and fishPrep for one or two people on a small board
Choosing a Shun Premier Chef’s KnifeFor larger produce and bigger batches, the Shun Premier 8-inch Chef’s Knife is the everyday standard. For a compact knife with a straighter edge suited to push cuts, consider the Shun Premier 5.5-inch Santoku. Learn MoreRegular Price: $199.95
Special Price $159.95
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Shun Premier 5.5-inch Santoku Knife
The Shun Premier 5.5-inch Santoku offers the renowned versatility of a Santoku in a more compact and nimble size. Perfect for those with smaller hands or who find a larger chef's knife unwieldy, this knife excels at a wide array of small to medium-sized prep tasks. Like its larger counterparts, "Santoku" translates to "three virtues," signifying its proficiency in slicing, dicing, and mincing. Its shorter blade length provides exceptional control and maneuverability, making it ideal for precise cuts. The hand-hammered finish on the blade creates small air pockets, which help reduce drag and allow food to release more easily during chopping. This is a fantastic all-purpose knife when you don't need the length of a full-sized Santoku or chef's knife. This knife is particularly well-suited for tasks such as: Dicing: Preparing smaller vegetables like shallots, garlic, and mushrooms. Slicing: Making clean cuts through herbs, small fruits, and boneless proteins. Mincing: Finely chopping ginger, herbs, and other aromatics. Precise Cuts: Trimming vegetables or creating fine garnishes where control is key. Learn MoreRegular Price: $199.95
Special Price $159.95
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Shun Premier 5.5-inch Nakiri Knife
The Shun Premier 5.5-inch Nakiri is a traditional Japanese vegetable knife designed for clean, efficient, and beautiful vegetable preparation. The name "Nakiri" translates to "leaf cutter," reflecting its purpose. The blade features a straight edge and a squared-off tip, a shape designed to make full contact with the cutting board in a simple push-cut motion, ensuring that vegetables are cut completely through without needing to be pulled or torn apart. This design is ideal for creating extremely thin, uniform slices and makes quick work of everything from leafy greens to root vegetables. The hand-hammered finish reduces drag and helps food release from the blade, while the wide, flat surface is perfect for scooping and transferring chopped ingredients. It is the ultimate tool for anyone who loves preparing vegetables. This knife is particularly well-suited for tasks such as: Slicing: Creating paper-thin slices of cucumber, zucchini, or onions. Chopping: Effortlessly chopping through dense vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes. Mincing: Finely mincing garlic and herbs with a simple up-and-down motion. Julienning: Making precise, uniform vegetable strips for salads and stir-fries. Shredding: Quickly shredding lettuce and cabbage. Learn MoreRegular Price: $204.95
Special Price $163.95
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Shun Premier 4-Piece Steak Knife Set (TDMS0400)
The Shun Premier 4-Piece Steak Knife Set is for hosts who want the knife on the table to match the steak on the plate. A razor-sharp fine edge glides through the meat and cuts fewer of its fibers, so more of the juices stay inside the steak rather than running onto the plate. Because the edge is not serrated, it slices cleanly instead of tearing, and it is easier to re-sharpen when the time comes. The 5-inch blades are long enough for the largest steak, yet short enough for close control. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish gives each knife the signature Shun Premier look and helps food release. The set of four suits a small dinner party and arrives in a box suitable for gift-giving or storage.
FeaturesFine, non-serrated edge: A clean edge slices rather than tears, so each cut stays neat and the meat stays juicy.Edge retention at the table: Ceramic and glass plates are extremely hard on knife edges, and VG-MAX steel holds its edge for a very long time even with repeated contact against a plate.VG-MAX cutting cores: Shun’s proprietary steel resists wear and corrosion and holds a fine, keen edge.Hammered tsuchime finish: The hand-hammered surface helps food release and gives the set its distinctive appearance.Contoured walnut PakkaWood handles: The handles offer comfort and control and resist moisture.Gift box: The presentation box makes the set ready to give and doubles as storage.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 for every knife in the set.
Tasks It Handles WellCutting steaks and chops at the tableCutting roast chicken, pork, and lambServing grilled and barbecued meats
Choosing a Shun Premier Table SetTo carve the roast before it reaches the table, pair this set with the Shun Premier 2-Piece Carving Set, whose slicing knife and fork share the same finish and handle. Learn MoreRegular Price: $499.95
Special Price $399.95
