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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 More$199.95 -
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 More$219.95 -
Shun Premier 7-inch Asian Cook's Knife (TDM0760)
The Shun Premier 7-inch Asian Cook’s Knife is the Japanese equivalent of the chef’s knife, known in Japan as a gyuto. It is an all-purpose blade that excels with meat and fish and works equally well on vegetables. The blade is narrower than a traditional Western chef’s knife, which makes it lighter and more agile in the hand, yet it still leaves enough height for knuckle clearance on the board. The gentle curve along the edge supports a rocking cut, and the pointed tip handles detail work. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish on the Shun Premier blade helps food release as you cut.
FeaturesNarrow gyuto profile: The slimmer blade is lighter and quicker in the hand than a Western chef’s knife of similar length.Knuckle clearance: The blade keeps enough height to keep your knuckles off the board.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 WellSlicing boneless beef, pork, and chickenPortioning fish filletsDicing onions, carrots, and peppersMincing herbs and garlicScoring meat and fine detail work with the tip
Choosing a Shun Premier Chef’s KnifeFor a wider blade with more weight behind each cut, the Shun Premier 8-inch Chef’s Knife is the Western-style option. For a flatter edge suited to push cuts, consider the Shun Premier 7-inch Santoku. The same shape is available with a D-shaped ebony handle and smooth Damascus finish as the Shun Classic 7-inch Asian Cook’s Knife. Learn More$209.95 -
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 More$149.95 -
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 More$159.95 -
Shun Premier 6.5-inch Master Utility Knife (TDM0782)
The Shun Premier 6.5-inch Master Utility Knife combines the agility of a utility knife with much of the range of a chef’s knife. Its blade is slightly longer and noticeably wider than a standard utility knife, and the extra width at the heel, together with a gently curved belly, lets you rock the blade to mince herbs and garlic. The downturned tip, similar to a kiritsuke’s, is especially durable, and a larger handle gives a more secure grip. The result is a compact knife that covers sandwich and trimming work along with many of the board tasks usually left to a chef’s knife. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish on the Shun Premier blade helps food release as you cut.
FeaturesWide heel and curved belly: The added blade height and gentle curve support rocking cuts that a standard utility knife cannot make.Kiritsuke-style tip: The downturned tip is durable and precise for detail work.Larger handle: The fuller handle gives a secure grip for board work.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.Free lifetime sharpening: Shun offers free lifetime sharpening, so the edge can be professionally restored whenever it needs it.
Tasks It Handles WellMincing herbs, garlic, and shallotsSlicing sandwiches, meats, and cheesesTrimming asparagus, green beans, and broccoliDicing small onions and peppersSlicing citrus and tomatoes
Choosing a Shun Premier Utility KnifeFor lighter trimming and slicing with a narrower blade, the Shun Premier 6.5-inch Utility Knife is the more nimble choice. For larger volumes, step up to the Shun Premier 6-inch Chef’s Knife. The same blade shape is available with a D-shaped ebony handle and smooth Damascus finish as the Shun Classic 6.5-inch Master Utility Knife. Learn More$204.95 -
Shun Kanso 3-Piece Build-A-Block Set (SWTS2200K)
The Shun Kanso 3-Piece Build-A-Block Set is not just a starter kit; it is a strategic foundation for a lifetime of precision cutting. Kanso, a Zen design principle meaning 'simplicity,' is executed here by stripping away every non-essential feature to focus entirely on the edge. While other Japanese knives prioritize high-polish aesthetics, the Kanso series features a 'Heritage' finish—a rustic, matte look that intentionally hides scratches and fingerprints, making it the perfect choice for high-volume environments where tools are worked hard and fast. At the heart of this set is the 8-inch Chef’s Knife, forged from highly refined AUS10A Japanese stainless steel. By adding Vanadium to the alloy, Shun has created a blade that achieves a 59/60 Rockwell Hardness without the extreme brittleness found in some super-steels. This means you get a razor-sharp 16-degree edge that holds up through 40 pounds of mirepoix but remains easy to hone back to life. The handle is crafted from Tagayasan wood, often called 'Iron Sword Wood' for its incredible density. Unlike synthetic handles that can become slippery when wet, the natural grain of Tagayasan provides a secure, ergonomic grip that minimizes hand fatigue during extended prep shifts. This set provides the three most critical components: the primary cutting tool, the maintenance rod to keep the edge aligned, and the physical space to expand your collection as your skills evolve. Learn More$189.95 -
Shun Premier 3-Piece Starter Set (TDMS0300)
The Shun Premier 3-Piece Starter Set includes the three key knives no kitchen should be without. It is built around the 8-inch Chef’s Knife, the one knife you are sure to use every time you cook. The 4-inch Paring Knife handles trimming and peeling, and the 6.5-inch Utility Knife covers the in-between tasks that are too large for a paring knife and too fine for a chef’s knife, such as slicing sandwiches, trimming vegetables, and sectioning citrus. Much of the work in a kitchen can be done with these three knives alone. The hand-hammered tsuchime finish on every blade helps food release as you cut, and the set arrives in a box suitable for storage or gift-giving.
FeaturesThree essential shapes: A chef’s knife, a utility knife, and a paring knife cover board work, mid-sized trimming, and in-hand detail.VG-MAX cutting cores: Shun’s proprietary steel resists wear and corrosion and holds a fine, keen edge.Damascus cladding: Layered stainless steel supports and protects each core.Hammered tsuchime finish: The hand-hammered surface helps food release from each blade while cutting.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 WellDicing, mincing, and slicing with the chef’s knifeTrimming vegetables and slicing sandwiches with the utility knifeSectioning citrus and slicing cheese and sausagePeeling, coring, and trimming with the paring knife
Choosing a Shun Premier SetFor just the two essentials, the Shun Premier 2-Piece Starter Set pairs the chef’s knife and paring knife. To add counter storage and a honing steel, the Shun Premier 5-Piece Starter Block Set includes these same three knives in a slimline bamboo block. Learn More$459.95 -
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 More$219.95 -
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 More$499.95
