Shun Premier Santoku Knife 5.5 - Handcrafted Japanese Chef's Knife

Elevate your collection of kitchen knives with the Shun Cutlery 5.5-inch Premier Santoku Knife, one of the most popular Asian-inspired cooking knives on the market. This professional kitchen knife is designed to be versatile, making it perfect for handling a wide range of basic kitchen cutting tasks. Shorter than a standard chef’s knife, the Premier Santoku Knife is light, agile and easy to maneuver, with just enough belly curve to enable rocking cuts.

Crafted with precision, the knife features Shun's proprietary VG-Max cutting core and 68 layers of stainless Damascus cladding, resulting in a strong, corrosion-resistant, stain-resistant, razor-sharp 16-degree edge. The hammered TSUCHIME finish not only adds to the knife's beauty, but also helps release food easily when cutting. The handle is made of contoured Pakkawood with a walnut finish, providing a comfortable grip and excellent control.

In Japan, the blade is more than a tool – it's a tradition. Located in Seki City, the heart of the Japanese cutlery industry, Shun Fine Cutlery is dedicated to upholding this ancient tradition. Each knife is meticulously handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to deliver blades of unparalleled quality and beauty. While honoring tradition, Shun also incorporates modern, premium materials and state-of-the-art technology to bring Shun quality to professional chefs and home cooks worldwide.

The 5.5-inch Premier Santoku knife is a favorite among cooks for its ability to easily handle all the basic kitchen cutting tasks. Its high-quality construction, including the VG-Max cutting core and 68 layers of stainless Damascus cladding, ensures that the knife is corrosion and stain resistant while maintaining a strong, razor-sharp edge. The beautiful, durable handle is designed to resist moisture and provide comfortable, precise control.

Inspired by the traditions of ancient Japan, Shun knives are handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty. The Shun Cutlery 5.5-inch Premier Santoku Knife is a testament to this commitment to tradition and quality.

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