Shun Classic 5-Piece Starter Block Set (DMS0530)

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.

Features

• Three 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 Well

• Everyday dicing, slicing, and mincing
• Trimming vegetables and slicing sandwiches
• Peeling, coring, and trimming fruit
• Keeping edges aligned between sharpenings

Choosing a Shun Classic Set

For 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.