Shun Premier 8 Inch Kiritsuke Knife, VG-MAX Steel, 68-Layer Damascus, Hammered Finish, Walnut PakkaWood Handle

The Shun Premier 8 in Kiritsuke Knife is the Japanese knife known as the master chef's knife, used for the same jobs as a chef's knife. Its straighter edge is ideal for slicing and push cuts, so you can julienne, dice or brunoise vegetables with ease. It is also a good choice for cleaning and portioning boneless proteins, particularly fish, and for slicing cooked meats.

Blade: Every Premier blade has a core of VG-MAX, Shun's proprietary stainless steel. It builds on VG10 with more carbon, chromium and tungsten for strength, wear and corrosion resistance and a very fine, sharp edge. It is clad in 68 layers of stainless Damascus, 34 per side, which support the core and add stain resistance; where the steels meet near the edge they form a wavy line similar to a hamon. The fine edge is hand-sharpened to 16 degrees per side, and the hammered tsuchime finish acts like a series of small hollows that reduce drag and help food fall away.

Handle: The contoured walnut PakkaWood handle is genuine hardwood impregnated with resin, so it resists moisture and is strong and durable. The embossed end cap with brass trim balances the knife in the hand.

Specifications

• Model: TDM0771
• Blade length: 8 in (203 mm)
• Overall length: 13.4 in
• Handle length: 5.0 in (127 mm)
• Weight: 7.5 oz (213 g)
• Blade steel: VG-MAX stainless steel core, 68-layer stainless Damascus cladding (34 per side)
• Edge: Fine (non-serrated), double bevel, 16 degrees per side
• Finish: Hammered tsuchime
• Handle: Contoured walnut PakkaWood, embossed end cap with brass trim
• Care: Hand wash only, not dishwasher safe
• Country of origin: Japan (Seki City)
• Warranty: Limited lifetime

Care: Hand wash only. Wash with mild dish soap (no citrus or bleach), rinse and towel dry right away. Do not put it in the dishwasher or leave it in a sink of soapy water. Cut on a wood board; glass, stone, tile and ceramic surfaces dull and can damage the edge. Do not use it on bones, frozen food or fruit pits, and do not pry or twist.

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

• Japanese Master Chef's Knife: An 8 in kiritsuke used in Japan for chef's knife tasks. The straighter edge suits slicing and push cuts, julienne, dice and brunoise, and it portions boneless proteins, especially fish.
• 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 edge: Double-bevel fine edge, hand-sharpened to 16 degrees per side. The hammered tsuchime finish reduces drag and helps food release.
• Walnut PakkaWood handle: Contoured, moisture-resistant resin-impregnated hardwood with an embossed end cap with brass trim for balance.
• Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan: Hand wash only, not dishwasher safe. Limited lifetime warranty, plus free Kai sharpening for the life of the owner.