The Shun Cutlery Classic Hollow Ground Chef's Knife with a 8 in. blade is a must-have for every kitchen. This all-purpose, extremely versatile knife boasts hollow-ground indentations on the blade. These indentations are visually attractive and functionally useful, as they help reduce friction so this blade doesn't just cut, it glides. Perfect for slicing and dicing small to medium-sized fruits, vegetables, and other delicious foods. This capable knife is ready for nearly any task you throw at it.
Handcrafted in Japan.
FEATURES & USES:
- Use Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, BBQ, Vegetable & Fruit
- Blade Shape Chef
- Country of Origin Japan
- Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty
- THE must-have kitchen knife, with hollow grinds on blade to help food release more easily
- Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
- Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
- 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
- D-shaped ebony Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Blade Length 8 in. (203mm)
- Blade Steel VG–MAX
- Blade Steel Layers 69 layer Damascus
- Blade Edge Non-Serrated
- Handle Material Ebony color Pakkawood
- Handcrafted in Japan