Shun Premier 9.5-inch Slicing Knife (TDM0704)

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.

Features

• Long 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 Well

• Carving roast turkey, chicken, and duck
• Slicing prime rib, pork loin, and leg of lamb
• Slicing brisket and ham
• Slicing smoked salmon and cured meats
• Cutting large melons

Choosing a Shun Premier Slicing Knife

To 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.