Feature 2: what does this product offer?

PIONEERING EXCELLENCE: Bring home a piece of the renowned Classic Series - the original authentic Japanese cutlery line introduced to the United States. Enjoy superior craftsmanship and innovative design.

Feature 3: what does this product offer?

SUPERIOR SHARPNESS: Crafted with VG-MAX steel and 68 layers of Damascus cladding, this knife delivers razor-sharp precision with a 16-degree edge, ensuring long-lasting performance.

Feature 4: what does this product offer?

COMFORTABLE DESIGN: The D-shaped Pakkawood handle offers a comfortable and secure grip, providing optimal control for both left and right-handed users.

Feature 5: what does this product offer?

JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP: Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan, reflecting a legacy of traditional knife-making expertise and a dedication to superior quality. Supported by free sharpening and honing.

KnivesShunClassic 8" Chef's Knife

KnivesShun

Shun Classic 8" Chef's Knife

Name: Shun Classic 8" Chef's Knife
Brand: Knives & Pans
SKU: B0000Y7KNQ
Price: 179.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (3389 reviews)

The Shun Classic 8-inch Chef's Knife is expertly designed for a variety of kitchen tasks, from slicing and dicing to mincing, making it an indispensable tool for any cook.

★★★★★4.7· 3,389 reviews on Amazon

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Brand: Shun

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About this item

Japanese Chef Knife — The Shun Classic 8-inch Chef's Knife is expertly designed for a variety of kitchen tasks, from slicing and dicing to mincing, making it an indispensable tool for any cook.
Pioneering Excellence — Bring home a piece of the renowned Classic Series - the original authentic Japanese cutlery line introduced to the United States. Enjoy superior craftsmanship and innovative design.
Superior Sharpness — Crafted with VG-MAX steel and 68 layers of Damascus cladding, this knife delivers razor-sharp precision with a 16-degree edge, ensuring long-lasting performance.
Comfortable Design — The D-shaped Pakkawood handle offers a comfortable and secure grip, providing optimal control for both left and right-handed users.
Japanese Craftsmanship — Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan, reflecting a legacy of traditional knife-making expertise and a dedication to superior quality. Supported by free sharpening and honing.

The details

Specs at a glance

Blade Material: Alloy Steel
Brand: Shun
Color: Black
Handle Material: Pakkawood
Blade Edge: Plain
Model Number: DM0706
Manufacturer Part Number: DM0706
Included Components: Chef Knife

What buyers say

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3,389 ratings on Amazon

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Sharp, stylish and versatile: Shuns do it all.
My dad owns a broad assortment of knives: some German, some Japanese, some chinese. One of his santoku's is sharper (though more plain in appearance) than his Shun santoku, but it was a gift from a Japanese business partner and the guy who sharpens his knives was jealous and wanted to know where it originated. Ultimately, he has quite a hodgepodge collection of knives that have been accumulated over the years some nice some not, some even falling apart from wear.I'm a pretty young guy (22), but
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Beautiful, functional, lightweight, and wickedly sharp!
I love this knife. So much so that we purchased the matching 6" chef knife as well and have plans to buy more!!I researched a LOT before I bought this blade. And I chose it because it is light weight and has a thinner blade than the European-made competitors. It is SO EASY TO USE. It has *just enough* heft to get the job done without tiring your hands out. Being an average woman, my hands aren't huge (ladies' size 7 gloves). This knife fits my hand well, and ALSO fits my average-guy-sized
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A great knife at a great price
As of this review, you can find this knife for around $160 USD and I consider this an absolute bargain (compared to the $300+ you can spend on similar knives). I love the D-shaped, Pakkawood handle where it feels comfortable in either hand, so this knife will work well for righties and lefties. It weighs in at 240.4 grams (.53 lbs) and feel "just right" in my hand, not too heavy, not too light. The handle is scalloped near the tang, and feels good in your hand when you use the "chef's pinch