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There are alternating layers of 431 and 410 stainless steel, plus one additional layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core. Forged into one single, strong piece of metal, these layers, which provide the beautiful, swirled pattern of the blade, support the core, add stain and corrosion resistance, and help the food slide from the blade. The durable, edge-retaining, easy to sharpen core of VG-MAX stainless steel is exposed at the critical point - the blade's cutting edge. The blade of each Shun Classic knife is sharpened to a cutting angle of 16-degrees on each side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful Shun Classic handle is an iconic, ergonomic D-shape. It is made of ebony PakkaWood, a resin-impregnated natural hardwood that is durable and moisture resistant and does not harbor bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Features of the Shun Classic 3.5\" Paring Knife: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-MAX stainless steel cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e33 micro-layers of SUS410\/SUS430 stainless steel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-degree cutting angle on each side, flat ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead blasted and acid etched to provide texture, reduce drag and enhance beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD-shaped ebony PakkaWood handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull composite tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngraving: \u003c\/strong\u003eUp to 6 characters can be laser engraved on this paring knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e *What Is VG-MAX Steel? \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVG-MAX is the newest in the line of VG super steels, building on the highly successful VG10 formula. 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This tradition of Japanese sword-making excellence in Seki City is combined with technology and advanced materials in each Shun knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHandcrafted in Seki City, Japan • Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29263576039529,"sku":"SKDM0700","price":91.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/3566\/7561\/products\/skdm0700x550.jpg?v=1568426521"},{"product_id":"shun-classic-7-5-santoku-knife-hollow-ground","title":"Shun Classic Ebony 7.5\" Santoku Knife - Hollow Ground","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Classic 7.5-inch Santoku Knife \u003c\/strong\u003e is an all-purpose kitchen knife with a name meaning \"three virtues.\" The \"three virtues\" of the Santoku Japanese blade shape are twofold: referring to the three types of food the Santoku is designed to prepare - vegetables, poultry and fish - and the three types of cuts at which it excels - slicing, dicing and chopping. The hollow-ground indentations (also known as granton edge) on the blade reduce the friction between the blade and the food, allowing the blade to glide through even usually-sticky potatoes, and also creating pockets of air so the knife releases the sliced food from the blade more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shun Classic Santoku was named \"Knife of the Year\" by \u003cem\u003eBlade Magazine\u003c\/em\u003e in the year Shun released it onto the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the tradition of Japan's ancient sword smiths, each Damascus-clad \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Classic \u003c\/strong\u003e knife is handcrafted in Seki City, Japan with a 100-step process. The blade is forged with 34 micro-layers of metal on each side of a VG-MAX* cutting core. There are alternating layers of 431 and 410 stainless steel, plus one additional layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core. Forged into one single, strong piece of metal, these layers, which provide the beautiful, swirled pattern of the blade, support the core, add stain and corrosion resistance, and help the food slide from the blade. The durable, edge-retaining, easy to sharpen core of VG-MAX stainless steel is exposed at the critical point - the blade's cutting edge. The blade of each Shun Classic knife is sharpened to a cutting angle of 16-degrees on each side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful Shun Classic handle is an iconic, ergonomic D-shape. It is made of ebony PakkaWood, a resin-impregnated natural hardwood that is durable and moisture resistant and does not harbor bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Features of the Shun Classic 7.5\" Santoku Knife: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHollow-ground indentations on the surface of the blade for less drag and easier release of food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-MAX stainless steel cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e33 micro-layers of SUS410\/SUS430 stainless steel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-degree cutting angle on each side, flat ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead blasted and acid etched to provide texture, reduce drag and enhance beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD-shaped ebony PakkaWood handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull composite tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngraving: \u003c\/strong\u003eUp to 12 characters can be laser engraved on this Santoku Knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e *What Is VG-MAX Steel? \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVG-MAX is the newest in the line of VG super steels, building on the highly successful VG10 formula. VG-MAX contains more carbon, which provides strength and durability to a knife blade. Added chromium provides wear and corrosion resistance. Higher cobalt content enhances the strength of the blade, and increased tungsten allows the steel to be very fine-grained so the edge can be extremely fine and sharp. Molybdenum contributes to corrosion resistance and strength, while vanadium improves impact resistance and allows the steel to form vanadium carbides, which enhance cutting performance. Shun sharpens VG-MAX in its knife blades to 60-61 on the Rockwell Hardness Scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e A Bit About Shun \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShun kitchen knives are made by KAI Corporation, which has been handcrafting blades in the spirit of the legendary sword smiths of Seki City, Japan for over 100 years. Every Shun knife is handmade by a team of highly skilled specialists and requires at least 100 handcrafted steps. This tradition of Japanese sword-making excellence in Seki City is combined with technology and advanced materials in each Shun knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHandcrafted in Seki City, Japan • Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29263576891497,"sku":"SKDM0718","price":151.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/3566\/7561\/products\/skdm0718x550.jpg?v=1568426522"},{"product_id":"shun-premier-4-paring-knife","title":"Shun Premier 4\" Paring Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Premier 4-inch Paring Knife \u003c\/strong\u003e is an essential tool in any kitchen. This mini-version of the Chef's knife is very versatile - making tasks such as peeling, coring, trimming, decorating and detail work easy. The small size of this paring knife provides complete control over the blade from heel to tip. The 4-inch parer is often used in your hand rather than against a cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the tradition of Japan's ancient sword smiths, each elegant damascus-clad \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Premier \u003c\/strong\u003e knife is handcrafted in Seki City, Japan with a 100-step process. The blade is forged with 34 micro-layers metal on each side of a VG-MAX* cutting core. There are alternating layers of 431 and 410 stainless steel, plus one additional layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core. Forged into one single, strong piece of metal, these layers support the core, add stain and corrosion resistance, and help the food slide from the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade of each Shun Premier knife has a hand-hammered \u003cem\u003etsuchimi\u003c\/em\u003e finish, which adds beauty to the blade and also acts as a series of hollow-ground cavities that make the blade glide through food and help the cut food release from the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe durable, edge-retaining, easy to sharpen core of VG-MAX stainless steel is exposed at the critical point - the blade's cutting edge. The blade of each Shun Premier knife is sharpened to a cutting angle of 16-degrees on each side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach beautiful Shun Premier handle is made of walnut PakkaWood, a resin-impregnated natural hardwood that is durable and moisture resistant and does not harbor bacteria. An embossed end cap adds balance and beauty to the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngraving: \u003c\/strong\u003eUp to 6 characters can be laser engraved on this paring knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Features of the Shun Premier 4\" Paring Knife: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-MAX stainless steel cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e33 micro-layers of SUS410\/SUS430 stainless steel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-degree cutting angle on each side, flat ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead blasted and acid etched to provide texture, reduce drag and enhance beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD-shaped ebony PakkaWood handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull composite tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e 4 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e *What Is VG-MAX Steel? \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVG-MAX is the newest in the line of VG super steels, building on the highly successful VG10 formula. VG-MAX contains more carbon, which provides strength and durability to a knife blade. Added chromium provides wear and corrosion resistance. Higher cobalt content enhances the strength of the blade, and increased tungsten allows the steel to be very fine-grained so the edge can be extremely fine and sharp. Molybdenum contributes to corrosion resistance and strength, while vanadium improves impact resistance and allows the steel to form vanadium carbides, which enhance cutting performance. Shun sharpens VG-MAX in its knife blades to 60-61 on the Rockwell Hardness Scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e A Bit About Shun \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShun kitchen knives are made by KAI Corporation, which has been handcrafting blades in the spirit of the legendary sword smiths of Seki City, Japan for over 100 years. Every Shun knife is handmade by a team of highly skilled specialists and requires at least 100 handcrafted steps. This tradition of Japanese sword-making excellence in Seki City is combined with technology and advanced materials in each Shun knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHandcrafted in Seki City, Japan • Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29263577186409,"sku":"SKTDM0700","price":119.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/3566\/7561\/products\/sktdm0700x1000.jpg?v=1568426544"},{"product_id":"shun-premier-7-santoku-knife","title":"Shun Premier 7\" Santoku Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Premier 7-inch Santoku Knife \u003c\/strong\u003e is an all-purpose kitchen knife with a name meaning \"three virtues.\" The \"three virtues\" of the Santoku Japanese blade shape are twofold: referring to the three types of food the Santoku is designed to prepare - vegetables, poultry and fish - and the three types of cuts at which it excels - slicing, dicing and chopping. The hollow-ground hammered cavities on the blade reduce the friction between the blade and the food, allowing the blade to glide through even usually-sticky potatoes, and also creating pockets of air so the knife releases the sliced food from the blade more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the tradition of Japan's ancient sword smiths, each elegant damascus-clad \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Premier \u003c\/strong\u003e knife is handcrafted in Seki City, Japan with a 100-step process. The blade is forged with 34 micro-layers metal on each side of a VG-MAX* cutting core. There are alternating layers of 431 and 410 stainless steel, plus one additional layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core. Forged into one single, strong piece of metal, these layers support the core, add stain and corrosion resistance, and help the food slide from the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade of each Shun Premier knife has a hand-hammered \u003cem\u003etsuchimi\u003c\/em\u003e finish, which adds beauty to the blade and also acts as a series of hollow-ground cavities that make the blade glide through food and help the cut food release from the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe durable, edge-retaining, easy to sharpen core of VG-MAX stainless steel is exposed at the critical point - the blade's cutting edge. The blade of each Shun Premier knife is sharpened to a cutting angle of 16-degrees on each side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach beautiful Shun Premier handle is made of walnut PakkaWood, a resin-impregnated natural hardwood that is durable and moisture resistant and does not harbor bacteria. An embossed end cap adds balance and beauty to the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Features of the Shun Premier 7\" Santoku Knife: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-MAX stainless steel cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e33 micro-layers of SUS410\/SUS430 stainless steel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-degree cutting angle on each side, flat ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead blasted and acid etched to provide texture, reduce drag and enhance beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD-shaped ebony PakkaWood handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull composite tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e 7 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e *What Is VG-MAX Steel? \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVG-MAX is the newest in the line of VG super steels, building on the highly successful VG10 formula. VG-MAX contains more carbon, which provides strength and durability to a knife blade. Added chromium provides wear and corrosion resistance. Higher cobalt content enhances the strength of the blade, and increased tungsten allows the steel to be very fine-grained so the edge can be extremely fine and sharp. Molybdenum contributes to corrosion resistance and strength, while vanadium improves impact resistance and allows the steel to form vanadium carbides, which enhance cutting performance. Shun sharpens VG-MAX in its knife blades to 60-61 on the Rockwell Hardness Scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e A Bit About Shun \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShun kitchen knives are made by KAI Corporation, which has been handcrafting blades in the spirit of the legendary sword smiths of Seki City, Japan for over 100 years. Every Shun knife is handmade by a team of highly skilled specialists and requires at least 100 handcrafted steps. This tradition of Japanese sword-making excellence in Seki City is combined with technology and advanced materials in each Shun knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSlice, dice and mince in Japanese style - shop \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swiss-knife-shop.myshopify.com\/collections\/santoku-and-other-asian-kitchen-knives\" title=\"Santoku and Other Asian Kitchen Knives\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSantoku and other Asian blades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHandcrafted in Seki City, Japan • Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29263577251945,"sku":"SKTDM0702","price":175.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/3566\/7561\/products\/sktdm0702x1000.jpg?v=1569295460"},{"product_id":"shun-premier-5-5-santoku-knife","title":"Shun Premier 5.5\" Santoku Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Premier 5.5-inch Santoku Knife \u003c\/strong\u003e is an all-purpose kitchen knife with a name meaning \"three virtues.\" The \"three virtues\" of the Santoku Japanese blade shape are twofold: referring to the three types of food the Santoku is designed to prepare - vegetables, poultry and fish - and the three types of cuts at which it excels - slicing, dicing and chopping. The hollow-ground hammered cavities on the blade reduce the friction between the blade and the food, allowing the blade to glide through even usually-sticky potatoes, and also creating pockets of air so the knife releases the sliced food from the blade more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the tradition of Japan's ancient sword smiths, each elegant damascus-clad \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Premier \u003c\/strong\u003e knife is handcrafted in Seki City, Japan with a 100-step process. The blade is forged with 34 micro-layers metal on each side of a VG-MAX* cutting core. There are alternating layers of 431 and 410 stainless steel, plus one additional layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core. Forged into one single, strong piece of metal, these layers support the core, add stain and corrosion resistance, and help the food slide from the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade of each Shun Premier knife has a hand-hammered \u003cem\u003etsuchimi\u003c\/em\u003e finish, which adds beauty to the blade and also acts as a series of hollow-ground cavities that make the blade glide through food and help the cut food release from the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe durable, edge-retaining, easy to sharpen core of VG-MAX stainless steel is exposed at the critical point - the blade's cutting edge. The blade of each Shun Premier knife is sharpened to a cutting angle of 16-degrees on each side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach beautiful Shun Premier handle is made of walnut PakkaWood, a resin-impregnated natural hardwood that is durable and moisture resistant and does not harbor bacteria. An embossed end cap adds balance and beauty to the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngraving: \u003c\/strong\u003eUp to 8 characters can be laser engraved on this Santoku Knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Features of the Shun Premier 5.5\" Santoku Knife: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-MAX stainless steel cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e33 micro-layers of SUS410\/SUS430 stainless steel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-degree cutting angle on each side, flat ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead blasted and acid etched to provide texture, reduce drag and enhance beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD-shaped ebony PakkaWood handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull composite tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e *What Is VG-MAX Steel? \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVG-MAX is the newest in the line of VG super steels, building on the highly successful VG10 formula. VG-MAX contains more carbon, which provides strength and durability to a knife blade. Added chromium provides wear and corrosion resistance. Higher cobalt content enhances the strength of the blade, and increased tungsten allows the steel to be very fine-grained so the edge can be extremely fine and sharp. Molybdenum contributes to corrosion resistance and strength, while vanadium improves impact resistance and allows the steel to form vanadium carbides, which enhance cutting performance. Shun sharpens VG-MAX in its knife blades to 60-61 on the Rockwell Hardness Scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e A Bit About Shun \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShun kitchen knives are made by KAI Corporation, which has been handcrafting blades in the spirit of the legendary sword smiths of Seki City, Japan for over 100 years. Every Shun knife is handmade by a team of highly skilled specialists and requires at least 100 handcrafted steps. This tradition of Japanese sword-making excellence in Seki City is combined with technology and advanced materials in each Shun knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHandcrafted in Seki City, Japan • Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29263580037225,"sku":"SKTDM0727","price":159.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/3566\/7561\/products\/sktdm0727x1000.jpg?v=1568426571"},{"product_id":"shun-sora-3-5-paring-knife","title":"Shun Sora 3.5\" Paring Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Sora 3.5-inch Paring Knife \u003c\/strong\u003e is an essential tool in any kitchen. This mini-version of the Chef's knife is very versatile - making tasks such as peeling, coring, trimming, decorating and detail work easy. The small size of this paring knife provides complete control over the blade from heel to tip. The 3.5-inch parer is often used in your hand rather than against a cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonoring the traditional, high-end Japanese knife-making technique of \u003cem\u003esan mai\u003c\/em\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Sora Paring Knife \u003c\/strong\u003e features a \u003cem\u003eVG10 \"super steel\" razor-sharp 16-degree double-bevel edge blade clad with a single layer of stainless steel on each side\u003c\/em\u003e. The Sora's VG10\u003cem\u003e san mai\u003c\/em\u003e and stainless blade are laser cut and fit together like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, permanently braze welded to provide performance and beauty. The blade is finished with bead blasting to highlight the \u003cem\u003esan mai\u003c\/em\u003e edge and echo the line of the braze welding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Shun Sora knife handle is made of textured TPE polymer to provide excellent grip and balance without sacrificing ease of maintenance. The stainless steel Shun logo on the handle further enhances the balance of this beautiful knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngraving: \u003c\/strong\u003eUp to 6 characters can be laser engraved on this paring knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Features of the Shun Sora 3.5\" Paring Knife: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite blade with VG10 stainless steel cutting core and mirror polished 420J stainless steel blade upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-degree cutting angle on each side, flat ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead blasted to show off the \u003cem\u003esan mai\u003c\/em\u003e edge and echo the line of the braze welding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern \"hamon\" wavy design that mirrors traditional Japanese blade hamon patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional design textured TPE handle for excellent grip and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e A Bit About Shun \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShun kitchen knives are made by KAI Corporation, which has been handcrafting blades in the spirit of the legendary sword smiths of Seki City, Japan for over 100 years. Every Shun knife is handmade by a team of highly skilled specialists. 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The hollow-ground indentations (also known as granton edge) on the blade reduce the friction between the blade and the food, allowing the blade to glide through even usually-sticky potatoes, and also creating pockets of air so the knife releases the sliced food from the blade more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonoring the traditional, high-end Japanese knife-making technique of \u003cem\u003esan\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003emai\u003c\/em\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Sora Santoku Knife \u003c\/strong\u003e features a \u003cem\u003eVG10 \"super steel\" razor-sharp 16-degree double-bevel edge blade clad with a single layer of stainless steel on each side\u003c\/em\u003e. The Sora's VG10 \u003cem\u003esan\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003emai\u003c\/em\u003e and stainless blade are laser cut and fit together like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, permanently braze welded to provide performance and beauty. 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The hollow-ground hammered cavities on the blade reduce the friction between the blade and the food, allowing the blade to glide through even usually-sticky potatoes, and also creating pockets of air so the knife releases the sliced food from the blade more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the tradition of Japan's ancient sword smiths, each Damascus-clad \u003cstrong\u003e Shun Classic \u003c\/strong\u003e knife is handcrafted in Seki City, Japan with a 100-step process. The blade is forged with 34 micro-layers metal on each side of a VG-MAX* cutting core. There are alternating layers of 431 and 410 stainless steel, plus one additional layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core. Forged into one single, strong piece of metal, these layers, which provide the beautiful, swirled pattern of the blade, support the core, add stain and corrosion resistance, and help the food slide from the blade. The durable, edge-retaining, easy to sharpen core of VG-MAX stainless steel is exposed at the critical point - the blade's cutting edge. The blade of each Shun Classic knife is sharpened to a cutting angle of 16-degrees on each side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful Shun Classic handle is an iconic, ergonomic D-shape. 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The hollow-ground indentations (also known as granton edge) on the blade reduce the friction between the blade and the food, allowing the blade to glide through even usually-sticky potatoes, and also creating pockets of air so the knife releases the sliced food from the blade more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e Kanso \u003c\/strong\u003e line of Shun knives was designed based on Zen philosophy, and its name means \"simplicity.\" Shun took only the most essential elements of a knife - high-performance steel, razor-sharp edge, perfect balance and precision cutting control - and created a simple line of knives that provides simply perfect performance. The Tagayasan hard wood handle is contoured for the chef's grip and precision cutting. Tagayasan, known as \"iron sword wood,\" was traditionally used in crafting Samurai sword handles. 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The blade is then sharpened to a 16-degree angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade's forward-tilting bolster is designed for a pinch grip for added precision and control with every cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Shiranami's balance and strength are enhanced with a hidden composite tang. The embossed stainless steel end cap also adds both elegance and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis mini-version of the Chef's knife is very versatile - making tasks such as peeling, coring, trimming, decorating and detail work easy. The small size of this paring knife provides complete control over the blade from heel to tip. 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It is made of blonde PakkaWood, a resin-impregnated natural hardwood that is durable and moisture resistant and does not harbor bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures of the Shun Classic Blonde 5.5\" Santoku Knife: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-MAX stainless steel cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e33 micro-layers of SUS410\/SUS430 stainless steel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 layer of nickel on each side of the cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-degree cutting angle on each side, flat ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead blasted and acid etched to provide texture, reduce drag and enhance beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD-shaped blonde PakkaWood handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull composite tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngraving: \u003c\/strong\u003eUp to 8 characters can be laser engraved on this Santoku Knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e *What Is VG-MAX Steel? \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVG-MAX is the newest in the line of VG super steels, building on the highly successful VG10 formula. VG-MAX contains more carbon, which provides strength and durability to a knife blade. Added chromium provides wear and corrosion resistance. Higher cobalt content enhances the strength of the blade, and increased tungsten allows the steel to be very fine-grained so the edge can be extremely fine and sharp. Molybdenum contributes to corrosion resistance and strength, while vanadium improves impact resistance and allows the steel to form vanadium carbides, which enhance cutting performance. Shun sharpens VG-MAX in its knife blades to 60-61 on the Rockwell Hardness Scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e A Bit About Shun \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShun kitchen knives are made by KAI Corporation, which has been handcrafting blades in the spirit of the legendary sword smiths of Seki City, Japan for over 100 years. Every Shun knife is handmade by a team of highly skilled specialists and requires at least 100 handcrafted steps. This tradition of Japanese sword-making excellence in Seki City is combined with technology and advanced materials in each Shun knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlice dice and mince with a new set of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shun Kitchen Knives\" href=\"https:\/\/hotswissknifeshopsale.com\/collections\/shun-kitchen-knives\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJapanese Steel Knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandcrafted in Seki City, Japan • Limited Lifetime Warranty \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53295074902382,"sku":"SKDM0727W","price":135.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/3566\/7561\/files\/DM0727W.jpg?v=1770828794"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/3566\/7561\/collections\/Sale_d98474aa-366b-48ce-bad0-9d2c8ef29ad2.jpg?v=1571249121","url":"https:\/\/hotswissknifeshopsale.com\/collections\/kitchen-cutlery-specials.oembed","provider":"Swiss Knife Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}