Shun Premier 2 Piece Carving Set, 9.5 Inch Slicing Knife, 6.5 Inch Carving Fork, VG-MAX Steel, Walnut PakkaWood

The Shun Premier 2-Piece Carving Set pairs the Premier 9.5 in Slicing Knife with the matching 6.5 in Carving Fork in a gift box. The long, narrow slicing blade cuts roasts, ham and turkey in single long strokes for thin, even slices, while the two-pronged fork holds the meat steady on the board and helps with serving.

The carving fork has stainless steel tines and a walnut-colored PakkaWood handle; its components are made in China and assembled in Japan.

Set includes:

• Premier 9.5 in Slicing Knife (TDM0704)
• Premier 6.5 in Carving Fork (TDM0709)

Blades and handles: Every Premier blade has a core of VG-MAX, Shun's proprietary stainless steel, which builds on VG10 with more carbon, chromium and tungsten for strength, wear and corrosion resistance and a very fine edge. It is clad in 68 layers of stainless Damascus, 34 per side, and finished with a hammered tsuchime pattern that reduces drag and helps food release. Edges are hand-sharpened to 16 degrees per side. The contoured walnut PakkaWood handles are hardwood impregnated with resin for moisture resistance and durability.

Specifications

• Model: TDMS0200
• Pieces: 2
• Blade steel: VG-MAX stainless steel core, 68-layer stainless Damascus cladding (34 per side)
• Edge: Double bevel, 16 degrees per side
• Finish: Hammered tsuchime
• Handles: Contoured walnut PakkaWood, embossed end cap with brass trim
• Set weight: 0.7 lb (Kai catalog)
• Country of origin: Slicing knife handcrafted in Seki City, Japan; carving fork made from Chinese components and assembled in Japan
• Warranty: Knives: limited lifetime

Care: Hand wash the knives with mild dish soap, rinse and towel dry right away. Do not put them in the dishwasher or leave them in a sink of soapy water. Cut on a wood board, not glass, stone, tile or ceramic, and do not use the knives on bones, frozen food or fruit pits.

About Shun: Shun knives are made by Kai in Seki City, Japan, a center of Japanese blade-making since the 13th century; Shun's makers have worked there since 1908. Each Premier knife takes at least 100 handcrafted steps. The series is known for its hammered tsuchime finish, VG-MAX steel and contoured PakkaWood handles in walnut or blonde. Kai sharpens Shun knives bought in the US, Canada or Mexico free for the life of the owner (you pay shipping).

Key Product Features

• Set includes: Premier 9.5 in Slicing Knife; Premier 6.5 in Carving Fork.
• VG-MAX steel core: Shun's proprietary VG-MAX stainless steel, clad in 68 layers of stainless Damascus (34 per side) that support the core and add stain resistance.
• 16 degree edges: Double-bevel edges hand-sharpened to 16 degrees per side, with a hammered tsuchime finish that reduces drag and helps food release.
• Walnut PakkaWood handles: Contoured, moisture-resistant resin-impregnated hardwood with an embossed end cap with brass trim.
• Gift box and origin: Comes in a gift box for storage or giving. Slicing knife handcrafted in Seki City, Japan; fork made from Chinese components and assembled in Japan. Hand wash only; not dishwasher safe.