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Brand: Shun
Category: Kitchen

List Price: ~~$144.00~~
Buy New: $105.96
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Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars

24 reviews
Sales Rank: 10397

Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Size: 7-inch
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 15.4 x 3.2 x 1.1
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

MPN: DM0702
Model: DM0702
EAN: 4901601556612
ASIN: B0000Y7KFO

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: Brand new!

Features:

•	6-1/2-inch multipurpose Japanese knife; ideal for chopping, mincing, dicing and slicing
•	Precision-forged high-carbon stainless-steel blade; holds a razor-sharp edge
•	Clad with16 layers of stainless steel to produce a rust-free Damascus look
•	Durable D-shaped Pakkawood handle; comfortable offset steel bolster
•	lifetime warranty; manufactured in Seki City, Japan

Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
The Santoku knife is versatile, as its name in Japanese implies ???three virtues???. Use the entire, wide blade of this Shun Pro for all three tasks--chopping, mincing and dicing--especially for larger or hearty produce or thick cuts of meat. The single bevel is easy to maintain using a whetstone or professional sharpener.Made in the ancient city of Seki, Japan, Shun Pro knives rely on extremely sharp 2.5mm blades, made of a single piece of Japanese VG10 steel for strength, called the Honyaki style in Japan. It offers precision slicing, cutting and chopping that is unprecedented by any of its German competitors. Sharper out of the box than other knives, Shun Pro knives feature a traditional Japanese blade, with a one-sided beveled edge and hollow-ground or concave back. Japanese chefs in particular prefer the single bevel because it can be honed backed to its original sharpness, even after hours of slicing, using a whetstone. In addition, the hollow ground divots on the back produce air pockets that remove friction when slicing, so food releases easily without any loss of flavor. The ebony Pakkawood handle, a highly durable combination of layers of white birch wood and resin, is designed in a ???D??? shape to fit firmly and comfortably in the hand, with the bonus of being dishwasher safe and NSF approved for commercial kitchens. Shun Pro cutlery is suitable for right-handed users only

Amazon.com Review
A member of the stylish Shun Classic line, this multipurpose Santoku knife comfortably handles any kitchen cutting need from chopping to mincing, dicing, and slicing. Resembling something between a chef's knife and a cleaver, the tool features a wide blade and measures 6-1/2 inches in length. Versatile at its core, this high-quality piece chops walnuts as easily as it slices apples.

Leveraging a 90-year history of superior workmanship, Shun knives are precision-forged in Japan by renowned blade manufacturer KAI. Using technologically advanced processes, a VG-10 "super steel" core is clad with 16 layers of high-carbon stainless steel to produce a rust-free Damascus-look blade. The Damascus detailing not only enhances the knife's aesthetic appeal, it also prevents morsels from sticking and avoids crushing or damaging foods. Forming a comfortable D-shaped hold, a fused blend of hardwood veneers and resin comprise the unique ebony Pakkawood handle. A traditionally offset stainless-steel bolster protects knuckles while a steel end-cap finishes the piece. Although dishwasher-safe, hand washing is recommended. This product includes a lifetime warranty. -- Amy Arnold

Customer Reviews: Read 19 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars

Truly an oustanding knife! January 18, 2008
What a beautiful knife. The damascus layering and the highly polished edge gives it a cool and different look. But what is form without function - especially in kitchen tools? Well, for over two years, the knife has peformed fantastically! The edge is still quite sharp, the finish is still a beauty and have not sent it off to be sharpened. Grant it, it is not in a commercial kitchen setting, just a home where my wife and I like to cook. Also, it is well maintained: I hand wash and steel the knife after every use and it is stored properly in its own cell so that the general population of utensils don't come into contact with it. I have looked at the edge lately with a lupe and it still looks true, no nicks or missing pieces or rusting. It still cuts through vegies, meat, (cooked and raw), pineapples, ginger, etc effortlessly without the resistance and slippage like in a dull knife.

It will require getting use to if your experience is with a French style knife. I own a wusthoff classic 8" cooks knife and started with the french style but it is rarely used now. Also, my wife prefers the 4" wusthof for her work so you need to put your hands on it say at a Williams-Sonoma and see if you like the feel.

Lastly, the experience of using these high end knives is like getting a breath of fresh air after being in a stuffy room (or in an airplane delayed on the runway) for hours and hours. You ask your self why and where have you been? Get good tools for the tasks you use everyday.

5 out of 5 stars

A Chef's Best Friend September 19, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Shun brand kitchen knives are some of the best products from a culinary stand point. I've worked in many kitches and held many knives but this by far is the best. Light weight, razor sharp edge even from the abuse of everyday proffesional kitchen stand. If you are just a casual home cook, I'd look for something a little cheaper but if you do a lot of cooking and cutting than by all means buy this knife.

5 out of 5 stars

A great addition to your set January 14, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This Shun knife (like all the others) is a terrific high quality blade. They are perfect! I hate to use the term "Balanced" in a knife review but it really feels great in the hand. The "D shaped grip" feels nice, and the knife really holds an edge!

5 out of 5 stars

Look no further January 10, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

My wife and I are upgrading our "culinary toolbox" and this knife is without a doubt our best purchase to date. It comes out of the box scary sharp and holds that edge better than any blade we have had up to this point. We just had a couple other blades sharpened professionally and they still don't match the edge that's on this Shun after a weeks hard use. I find it balanced very well (slightly blade heavy) and the D shaped handle provides a very secure and comfortable feel. I don't often condone sticking with a single manufacturer for alot of pieces in your kitchen but we will definitely be upgrading our other blades to Shuns when $ allows. As far as I'm concerned you need to look no further for a great all around blade for your kitchen.

I would highly recommend you also get a med bristled brush to clean the knife and avoid the wash rags. We were very careful washing this knife the same way we did our others but the Shun sliced right through our wash rags. As I stated before the edge on this is scary sharp. And please don't put good cutlery in the dishwasher.

Good luck to all with your culinary adventures.

4 out of 5 stars

Sweet, but ridge hurts my hand January 3, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I've used a wooden-handled Japanese vegetable knife for many years, which I purchased at a Zen cooking class from Ed Brown who authored the Tassahara Cookbook. The bone ferrule cracked and I reluctantly replaced it with the Shun.

I like a lot of things about my Santoku, including its size, weight and unusual blade finish. However I think the shape of the handle (I'm right-handed) is uncomfortable in my small-to-medium size hand. I actually think it would work better for lefties! To be fair, my wife does not have the same complaint.

The Shun Classic is a prized tool in our kitchen and it's always a treat to reach for it, but I could do without the almost-sharp handle ridge.

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