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 9.5-inch Slicing Knife

    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 More

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