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Shun Classic Starter Knives, Set of 3

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Summary
Produced by Japan's leading blade manufacturer, Shun knives reflect the craftsmanship of a centuries-old tradition of Japanese knife making. This set brings together a trio of essential knives.
- Set includes a 3 1/2" paring knife, a 6" serrated utility knife and an 8" chef's knife.
- VG-MAX "super steel" blade is clad on each side with 34 microthin layers of stainless steel, creating a variegated look reminiscent of a Damascus-style blade.
- Exceedingly sharp cutting edges are long lasting and easy to maintain.
- Durable PakkaWood handles resist moisture and have a D shape, to sit comfortably in the hand.
- NSF-certified knives meet high-level safety standards for professional kitchens.
- Handcrafted in Japan.
Dimensions & More Info
- 3 1/2" paring knife: 3 1/2"-long blade; 4"-long handle; 2.25 oz.
- 6" serrated utility knife: 6"-long blade; 4"-long handle; 4 oz.
- 8" chef's knife: 8"-long blade; 5"-long handle; 9 oz.
- Handcrafted in Japan.
Use & Care
Use
- Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
- Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.
- It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.
Care
- Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately.
- Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus extracts.
- Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing once a week, your knife should not need sharpening more than once or twice a year.
- Sharpen your knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener designed to sharpen at a 16-degree angle, or have it sharpened by a professional.
- Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.
Customer Reviews

D***d

Shun Classic Starter kit

Inside the case, the three knives' plastic protective tips were floating freely, and the large chef's knife tip was damaged as it butted up against another plastic part in the foam inlay of the case.

E***ne

Knives

Quality product and appearance - Nice set of three premium knives. Make a nice gift the hit of the season.!

B***ie

Superb quality and sharpness, delightful to use.

Very sharp, use with caution. A delight to use quality knives when preparing food.

MIT******P.

Shun

Best Knife Set I have bought. Out of stock for many items is depressing.

Gold********ama

Best Knifes Ever !

I Am in love with these knifes I ordered an additional one just today because I needed a smaller every-day one. What a difference good knife have to my everyday cooking. I feel like a professional chef!

Sin******ok

Excellent Knife Upgrade

Finally upgraded my 25 yr old Sabatier kitchen knives. After much research, I went with the Shun Classic set. I tend to use the "essentials" for almost all tasks, so this 3-piece set was perfect. I find the Shun knives are sharper and thinner than what I was used to using. They are very well-balanced and most important, the handles feel great in my hand. Although the steel is harder and slightly more fragile than what I was used to, I've had no problems at all with chipping or corrosion. I also purchased the Shun knife tray for safe storage in a drawer under my cutting block. The build quality is excellent and I now have more counter space. Overall, I'm very satisfied with the Shun knives and highly recommend this set for anyone looking to upgrade or just get started in the kitchen.

An*****us

Best way to start

I was given this set for my birthday, in 2006, and it became the base for a much larger set as I added to my Shun collection since then. But, regardless of how many other knives I add to the set, these three knives remain my most commonly used pieces. And despite the heavy use, they have only needed to be sharpened once! I love them and to be honest I find excuses to use them as often as I can.

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