Knife Sets

The Shun Premier 2-Piece Carving Set is for cooks who carve at the table, from the holiday turkey to a Sunday roast. It pairs the 9.5-inch Slicing Knife with a matching 6.5-inch Carving Fork in a gift box. The fork holds the roast steady, and the long, narrow blade cuts through in a single stroke, producing even slices that keep their shape. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish on the Shun Premier blade helps each slice release from the steel. The set makes a lasting gift and completes any Premier collection.
FeaturesLong, narrow slicing blade: Nine and a half inches of edge carves wide roasts in one stroke, so slices stay intact instead of tearing.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 resists wear and corrosion and holds a fine, keen edge.Hammered tsuchime finish: The hand-hammered surface helps slices release from the blade.Contoured walnut PakkaWood handles: Both handles give a secure grip and resist moisture.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 ham and leg of lambServing roasts at the table
Choosing a Shun Premier Slicing KnifeIf you already own a carving fork, the Shun Premier 9.5-inch Slicing Knife is available on its own. For steaks at the same table, the Shun Premier 4-Piece Steak Knife Set shares the same finish and handle. Learn More

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

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

The Shun Classic Blonde 5-Piece Starter Block Set brings the performance of Shun Classic to a lighter, brighter look, with storage and maintenance already covered. It includes the three knives most kitchens use daily: 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. Everything stores in a 6-slot slimline bamboo block that takes up less counter space and is easy to care for, with room left for one more knife and a pair of kitchen shears. The light blonde PakkaWood handles suit kitchens with pale woods, white cabinetry, and light countertops.
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 keeps each edge aligned between sharpenings.Slimline bamboo block: The narrow block saves counter space and leaves room for another knife and 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.Stainless Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports each core, adds stain resistance, and helps food release from the blade.D-shaped blonde PakkaWood handles: The light-toned handles are comfortable in either hand, durable, and do not harbor bacteria.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 WellDicing, mincing, and slicing with the chef’s knifeTrimming vegetables and slicing sandwiches with the utility knifePeeling, coring, and trimming with the paring knifeKeeping every edge aligned between sharpenings
Choosing a Shun Classic Blonde SetFor the same three knives in a gift box without the block or steel, the Shun Classic Blonde 3-Piece Starter Set is the simpler choice. For a larger block that adds the nakiri and bread knife, choose the Shun Classic Blonde 7-Piece Block Set. To keep knives off the counter entirely, the Shun Classic Blonde 5-Piece In-Drawer Set stores four knives in a beechwood drawer tray. The same set is available with ebony handles as the Shun Classic 5-Piece Starter Block Set. Learn More

The Shun Classic Blonde 7-Piece Block Set brings the performance of Shun Classic to a lighter, brighter look, with five knives that cover nearly every kitchen task. The 8-inch Chef’s Knife handles everyday slicing, dicing, and chopping; the 6-inch Utility Knife covers the in-between tasks; and the 3.5-inch Paring Knife takes care of peeling, coring, and trimming. The 6.5-inch Nakiri, with its straight edge and squared tip, makes clean push cuts through vegetables of every size, and the 9-inch Bread Knife slices crusty loaves and soft breads cleanly. A combination honing steel keeps the plain edges aligned between sharpenings. Everything stores in a birch kickstand block that keeps the knives safe and within reach, with room to expand your Shun Classic Blonde collection.
FeaturesFive knives: Paring, utility, chef’s, nakiri, and bread knives cover daily prep, vegetable work, and every kind of loaf.Dedicated vegetable knife: The nakiri’s flat edge meets the board along its full length for clean, complete cuts.Combination honing steel: Regular honing keeps each plain edge aligned and extends the time between sharpenings.Birch kickstand block: The hardwood block holds the set securely and leaves room to grow the collection.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 blonde PakkaWood handles: The light-toned handles are comfortable in either hand, durable, and do not harbor bacteria.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 knifePush-cutting cabbage, carrots, and greens with the nakiriTrimming and peeling with the utility and paring knivesSlicing crusty loaves and soft sandwich bread
Choosing a Shun Classic Blonde SetFor a smaller footprint, the Shun Classic Blonde 5-Piece Starter Block Set holds the chef’s, utility, and paring knives with a honing steel in a slimline bamboo block. To keep knives in a drawer instead, the Shun Classic Blonde 5-Piece In-Drawer Set stores four knives in a beechwood tray. Learn More

The Shun Classic 3-Piece Build-a-Block Set is for cooks who want to build a collection of Shun knives at their own pace. It starts with the 8-inch Chef’s Knife, the one kitchen knife you cannot do without, and adds a combination honing steel to keep its edge aligned between sharpenings. Both sit in a 6-slot slimline bamboo block, which leaves four open slots to fill with the Shun Classic knives that suit your own style of cooking. The slimline design takes up less counter space, and because bamboo absorbs very little moisture, the block does not shrink or swell like many hardwoods. As a gift, it also makes future gift-giving easy, since each new Classic knife has a place waiting for it.
FeaturesRoom to grow: Four open slots let the collection expand one knife at a time, in the order you need them.The essential chef’s knife: The 8-inch Chef’s Knife handles slicing, dicing, and chopping across fruits, vegetables, and proteins.Combination honing steel: Regular honing keeps the edge aligned and extends the time between sharpenings.Slimline bamboo block: The narrow block saves counter space, and bamboo resists shrinking and swelling for easy care.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.D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handle: The handle is comfortable in either hand, durable, and does not harbor bacteria.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening for the chef’s knife whenever its edge needs restoring.
Tasks It Handles WellEveryday slicing, dicing, and choppingKeeping the edge aligned between sharpeningsStoring a growing knife collection on the counter
Filling the Open SlotsA paring knife is the usual next addition; the Shun Classic 3.5-inch Paring Knife handles peeling, coring, and trimming in hand. After that, choose a Shun Classic 9-inch Bread Knife if you bake regularly or a Shun Classic 6-inch Boning and Fillet Knife if your diet includes meat and fish. Learn More

The Premier 8-piece professional block set gathers six Premier knives, a Premier combination honing steel and an 11-slot bamboo block. The knives cover every core task, from board work to bread and roasts.A 4-inch parer and a 6.5-inch utility knife take care of the small jobs, and a long slicer carves a holiday roast at the table. Every blade has Premier’s hammered tsuchime finish, which helps food release, and a contoured walnut-finish handle. The bamboo block leaves room to add knives as a collection grows. It is a complete kitchen for a serious home cook and a substantial wedding or anniversary gift.
A Smaller StartThe Premier 2-Piece Starter Set includes a chef’s knife and a parer. Learn More

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

Shun built this portable Classic set around the essential and specialty knives every aspiring chef needs. It packs six Classic knives and a combination honing steel into an 8-slot knife roll, so a culinary student has a complete kit for class from the first day.The 8-inch chef’s knife handles board work, and three longer specialists cover fabrication, slicing and bread. A parer and a utility knife take care of detail work. Every knife shares the Classic line’s Damascus blade and D-shaped ebony handle, and the honing steel keeps the edges aligned between sharpenings. It is a strong investment for a student who plans to cook professionally.
The Knife RollThe Shun 8-Slot Knife Roll in this kit can be bought on its own. Learn More