Shun Cutlery2015

The Story of ShunIn Japan, “shun” (pronounced shoon) is a concept that is at once very simple and yet imbued with deep meaning.

It is the word used to describe local, seasonal food at the very peak of its flavor and freshness. “Shun” is a time—the exact moment when a fruit has reached its perfect ripeness, when a vegetable is at its very best, when meat is at its most mouthwateringly flavorful. Home cooks and professional chefs alike celebrate shun in their kitchens, eagerly awaiting each season’s bounty and serving every ingredient in its proper time.

We named our fine cutlery Shun to honor this tradition of seasonal, mindful eating and as a mark of our dedication to making kitchen cutlery that is always at the peak of its perfection, too.

Shun Cutlery is from Japan’s Kai Corporation. For over 100 years, this family company has been making fine blades in the tradition of the legendary samurai swordsmiths of ancient Japan. Each Shun takes 100 or more handcrafted steps to complete. Yet even with the weight of ancient tradition behind each blade, Shun cutlery is also thoroughly modern. We craft our fine kitchen cutlery using state-of-the-art technology, the most advanced premium-quality steels, and handle materials that are both beautiful and durable.

For kitchen cutlery at the peak of performance, at the peak of beauty—and always at the peak of perfection, choose Shun.

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16 Classic Pro

20 Premier

26 Blue

30 Dual Core

34 Reserve

38 Block Sets

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46 Steak Knives

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Sora

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SAN MAI CONSTRUCTION A traditional high-end Japanese knifemaking technique; VG10 is clad with a single layer of stainless steel on each side.

VG10 “SUPER STEEL” CUTTING CORETakes and holds a razor-sharp edge.

THE SHUN-SHARP EDGEHand-sharpened to a 16° cutting angle each side, Shun’s razor edge ensures ingredients retain maximum flavor and freshness.

TRADITIONAL HANDLE DESIGNTextured PP/TPE provides excellent grip, balance, and easy maintenance.

RABBET TANGControls weight and makes the knife highly maneuverable; this is the way samurai swords were commonly made.

COMPOSITE BLADE Sora’s VG10 san mai and stainless steel blade are laser cut and fi t together like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle; braze welding permanently joins the pieces.

POLISHED 420J STAINLESS STEEL This quality Japanese steel is known for its excellent stain resistance; polishing enhances that quality even more.

A MODERN “HAMON” The beautiful wavy design of the welded joint is based on traditional Japanese blade hamon patterns.

BEAD BLASTING Shows off the san mai edge and echoes the line of the braze welding.

STAINLESS STEEL SHUN LOGOEnhances the beauty and balances the handle.

The Shun Sora series may look traditional, but it actually offers some of our most advanced technology. Our proprietary Composite Blade Technology puts high-performance material precisely where it’s needed most—on the cutting edge—while keeping Sora at an affordable price. This means Sora is perfect for avid and aspiring home cooks who want to take their kitchen game to the next level. Lightweight Sora handles quickly and easily while providing top style and performance.

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Hollow Ground Santoku 7"[VB0718]

Utility 6"[VB0701]

Chef’s 6"[VB0723]

Ultimate Utility 6"[VB0741]

Paring 3.5" [VB0700]

Chef’s 8"[VB0706]

Sora

Combo Honing Steel 9"[VB0790]

Bread Knife 9"[VB0705]

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Sora 2 pc Starter Set [VBS0200] Paring 3.5", Chef’s 6" in a gift-boxed set

Classic

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FULL COMPOSITE-TANGHidden in the handle, the composite tang adds strength and balance.

PROPRIETARY VG-MAX CUTTING COREThis high-end “super steel” is at the center of every Shun Classic blade; it is extremely hard, takes an incredible edge, and holds it longer.

THE SHUN-SHARP EDGEHand-sharpened to a 16° cutting angle each side, Shun’s razor edge ensures ingredients retain maximum flavor and freshness.

EBONY PAKKAWOOD® D-SHAPED HANDLESThese traditional Japanese-style handles have a slight ridge on the right side, which fi ts into the curl of the fi ngers for a comfortable and secure grip. Viewed end-on, the shape resembles the capital letter “D.” PakkaWood is water-resistant, incredibly durable, and won’t harbor bacteria.

STAINLESS DAMASCUS CLADDINGWith 34 micro layers of stainless steel on each side of the cutting core, Classic’s elegant Damascus supports the core, adds stain and corrosion resistance, and helps food release from the blade.

DOUBLE-BEVEL, FLAT-GROUND BLADE Provides a durable edge that also helps move food away from the blade quickly.

Shun Classics are the original Shuns, the fi rst Japanese-style knives to be made available to a wider audience in North America. Instead of heavy, ponderous blades, Shun Classic blades are lighter with razor-sharp edges and crafted from advanced steel. Rather than heavy, Western handles, Shun Classic offers the graceful control of a traditional Japanese handle. Even though Classic was our fi rst series, it continues to evolve. Because these knives are handcrafted, we can continue to innovate, bringing you traditional blade shapes as well as exclusive, new designs—so you can always fi nd the right knife for every kitchen task.

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Bird’s Beak 2.5" [DM0715]

Paring 3.5" [DM0700]

Honesuki 4.5" [DM0749]

Vegetable 3.25" [DM0714]

Paring 4" [DM0716]

Steak 4.75" [DM0711]

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Serrated Utility 6" [DM0722]

Ultimate Utility 6" [DM0741]

Utility 6" [DM0701]

Offset Bread 8.25" [DM0724]

Rocking 7" [DM0764]

Bread 9" [DM0705]

Classic

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Western Cook’s 8" [DM0766]The DM0766 is sharpened to a 22° angle on each side for heavier duty tasks.

Chef’s 10" [DM0707]

Chef’s 8" [DM0706]

Hollow Ground Chef’s 8" [DM0719]

Asian Cook’s 7" [DM0760]

Chef’s 6" [DM0723]

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Santoku 5.5" [DM0727]

Sumo Santoku 7” [DM0717]

Hollow Ground Santoku 7" [DM0718]

NEW!Kiritsuke 8" [DM0771]

Nakiri 6.5" [DM0728]

DM0717 Includes Bamboo Stand

Classic

Boning/Fillet 6" [DM0743]

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Hollow Ground Slicing 9" [DM0720]

Flexible Fillet 7" [DM0761]Steel: Japanese AUS8A for flexiblility & toughness

Flexible Hollow Ground Ham/Salmon 10" [DM0765]Steel: Japanese AUS8A for flexiblility & toughness

Meat Cleaver 6" [DM0767]Steel: Japanese AUS8A for toughness

Vegetable Cleaver 7" [DM0712]

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Carving Fork 6.5" [DM0709]

Classic 3-pc Starter Set [DMS300]Paring 3.5”, Utility 6”, Chef’s 8” in a gift-boxed set

Classic 2-pc Carving Set [DMS200]Carving knife 8” and Carving Fork 6.5” in gift-boxed set

Combo Honing Steel 9" [DM0790]

Classic 4-pc Steak Knife Set [DMS400]Four Steak knives in a gift-boxed set

Carving 8" [DM0703]

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Classic Pro

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FULL COMPOSITE-TANGHidden in the handle, the composite tang adds strength and balance.

SHUN SHARP SINGLE-BEVEL EDGESharpened to a 16° angle on a single side of the blade, it is nimble and precise.

SOLID VG10 STAINLESS STEEL Takes a razor-sharp edge and holds it longer.

HOLLOW-GROUND BACKEach blade has a micro bevel on the back so that it can be used right out of the box; however, Classic Pros are also set up for the traditional uraoshi grind, should the owner desire.

EBONY PAKKAWOOD® D-SHAPED HANDLESThese traditional Japanese-style handles have a slight ridge on the right side, which fi ts into the curl of the fi ngers for a comfortable and secure grip. Viewed end-on, the shape resembles the capital letter “D.” PakkaWood is water-resistant, incredibly durable, and won’t harbor bacteria.

Shun Classic Pro is designed for the true devotee of Japanese cuisine. Classic Pro offers traditional Japanese blade styles, a classic handle design, and a razor-sharp 16° single-bevel edge that makes cutting with the precision required for Japanese cooking a pleasure. These solid VG10 blades have a high, flat front grind and a gentle, hollow-grind on the back, which helps food release from the blade. The gorgeous etched blades make this series visually striking as well, whether in use or on display in the kitchen.

ETCHED BLADEThe etched design on the blade—different for each blade style—is similar to etching found on custom Japanese knives and used to identify the blade’s maker.

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Usuba 6.5" [VG0007]

Deba 8.25" [VG0003]

Yanagiba 9.5" [VG0005]

Deba 6.5" [VG0002]

Yanagiba 8.25" [VG0004]

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Yanagiba 10.5" [VG0006]

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Classic Pro

Shun Classic Pro Asian Chef’s Set[VGS0300]Deba 6.5”, Usuba 6.5” and Yanagiba 9.5” in a gift-boxed set

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Premier

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FULL COMPOSITE-TANGHidden in the handle, the composite tang adds strength and balance.

DOUBLE-BEVEL, FLAT-GROUND BLADE Provides a durable edge that also helps move food away from the blade quickly.

THE SHUN-SHARP EDGEHand-sharpened to a 16° cutting angle each side, Shun’s razor edge ensures ingredients retain maximum flavor and freshness.

SHUN PROPRIETARY VG-MAX CUTTING COREThis high-end “super steel” is extremely hard, enabling Shun Premier knives to take an incredible edge and hold it longer.

WALNUT PAKKAWOOD® HANDLESContoured walnut PakkaWood® offers an extremely comfortable grip for both left and right-handed users. PakkaWood is water-resistant, incredibly durable, and won’t harbor bacteria.

EMBOSSED ENDCAPEndcap features the Shun logo, provides balance.

STAINLESS DAMASCUS CLADDINGMade of 34 layers of stainless steel on each side of the blade, Premier’s cladding supports the cutting core, adds stain and corrosion resistance, and looks elegant.

HAMMERED TSUCHIME FINISH Helps release food easily when cutting.

A hammered tsuchime (tsoo-CHEE-may) fi nish gives Shun Premier a look that is at once rustic and sophisticated. But the real beauty of Premier is how it performs. Premier is designed to provide exceptionally agile handling. The lightweight, razor-sharp blades are quick and precise. The palm swell on the ambidextrous handle nestles into the hand to provide confi dent control—for both smaller and larger hands. The embossed endcap and brass ring provide both balance and beauty.

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Ultimate Utility 6" [TDM0741]

Vegetable 3" [TDM0714]

Honesuki 4.5" [TDM0729]

Paring 4" [TDM0700]

Steak 5" [TDM0711]

Nakiri 5.5" [TDM0742]

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Serrated Utility 6.5" [TDM0722]

Santoku 7" [TDM0702]

NEW!Sumo Santoku 7" [TDM0743S]

Utility 6.5" [TDM0701]

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Santoku 5.5" [TDM0727]

Chef’s 6" [TDM0723]

TDM0743S Includes Bamboo Stand

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Bread 9" [TDM0705]

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Chef’s 10" [TDM0707]

Chef’s 8" [TDM0706]

NEW!Kiritsuke 8" [TDM0771]

NEW!Boning/Fillet 6" [TDM0774]

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Combo Honing Steel 9" [TDM0790]

Carving Fork 6.5" [TDM0709]

Premier 2-pc Carving Set[TDMS0200]Slicing 9.5" and Carving Fork 6.5" in a gift-boxed set

Premier 4-pc Steak Knife Set[TDMS0400]Four Steak knives in a gift-boxed set

Slicing 9.5" [TDM0704]

Premier

Premier 3-pc Starter Set TDMS0300Paring 4", Utility 6.5" and Chef’s 8" in a gift-boxed set

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RABBETTANGControls weight and makes the knife highly maneuverable; this is the way samurai swords were commonly made.

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SHUN SHARP EDGEHand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade (32° comprehensive).

SAYAIncludes wooden saya (sheath) to protect the blade—and your fi ngers—during storage.

TRADITIONAL JAPANESE HANDLEOctagon-shaped handles in grey PakkaWood® provide a comfortable and secure grip. PakkaWood is water-resistant, incredibly durable, and won’t harbor bacteria.

Shun Blue is designed for pros who prefer the sharpenability and durability of a carbon steel blade. Handcrafted of Japanese “Blue 2” carbon steel, Shun Blue offers the advantages many chefs prefer in their heavy-use knives: excellent sharpness, good edge retention, and ease of resharpening. But Shun Blue offers an improvement over other carbon steel knives. Using traditional Japanese san mai blade construction, Shun artisans put a layer of mirror-polished stainless steel on both sides of the blue carbon steel cutting core. This makes maintenance simpler and its much easier for Blue to retain its handsome, professional look.

BLUE STEEL“Blue” carbon steel cutting core between two layers of mirror-polished stainless.

MIRROR POLISHED CLADDINGProtects the blue carbon steel cutting core.

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Menkiri 7"Includes wooden saya [VG0009]

Kiritsuke 8" Includes wooden saya [VG0014]

Petty Knife 5.5" Includes wooden saya [VG0016]

Slicing 9" Includes wooden saya [VG0015]

Kiritsuke 10" Includes wooden saya [VG0008]

Honesuki 4.5" Includes wooden saya [VG0011]

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Butchery 6" Includes wooden saya [VG0010]

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The six-inch length of the Shun Blue Butchery is the precise length needed for effi cient butchery—not a quarter inch more, not a quarter of an inch less. It can be used to bone and trim meat as well as to portion it. The six-inch length is also handy for anything you’d do with a utility knife—from trimming vegetables to slicing salami. Cutting is fast and easy with Blue’s razor-sharp carbon steel edge and re-sharpening is easy, too.

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RABBETTANGControls weight and makes the knife highly maneuverable; this is the way samurai swords were commonly made.

RAZOR-SHARP EDGEHand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade (32° comprehensive).

SAYAIncludes wooden saya (sheath) to protect the blade—and your fi ngers—during storage.

TRADITIONAL JAPANESE HANDLEOctagon-shaped handles in ebony PakkaWood® provide a comfortable and secure grip. PakkaWood is water-resistant, incredibly durable, and won’t harbor bacteria.

DUAL CORE CONSTRUCTION 71 alternating micro-layers of high-carbon, high-chromium VG10 & VG2 stainless steel that extend all the way to the edge.

Until now, it was considered almost impossible to create layered and roll-forged Damascus from two high-carbon stainless steels. But now Shun brings together 71 alternating micro layers of high carbon, high chromium VG10 and VG2 stainless steels in one beautiful, high-performance blade: Shun Dual Core. The welding and forging process produces a very fi ne grain in the steel, enabling Dual Core to take and hold an exquisitely sharp edge. What’s more, during normal use, the two steels will wear at different rates creating micro serrations along the edge so that Dual Core maintains its high level of performance even longer. It’s no wonder Dual Core was named 2014’s Kitchen Knife of the Year.

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Utility 6"Includes wooden saya [VG0019]

Honesuki 4.5" Includes wooden saya [VG0018]

Kiritsuke 8"Includes wooden saya [VG0017]

Kitchen Knife of the YearThe Blade Show awards represent the pinnacle of knife-industry awards. The winners are selected by an overwhelming vote of industry members, including representatives from Shun’s competitors. Winners are judged on a range of criteria—from design, innovation, and function to craftsmanship and quality.

“We are very proud to be recognized by our respected peers in the knife industry for our ability to create top-quality knives and innovative designs,” said Jack Igarashi, Chief of North American Operations, Kai USA Ltd., and Managing Director of Kai Corporation.

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Reserve

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FULL TANGEnables the knife handle to attach to the blade, provides strength and balance.

DOUBLE-BEVEL, FLAT-GROUND BLADE Provides a durable edge that also helps move food away from the blade quickly.

SG2 CUTTING COREThis ultra-fi ne-grained steel is extremely hard and dense, enabling Shun to make thinner blades that hold their edge longer.

THE SHUN-SHARP EDGEHand-sharpened to a 16° cutting angle each side, Shun’s razor edge ensures ingredients retain maximum flavor and freshness.

CHARCOAL & CRIMSON PAKKAWOOD® HANDLESWater-resistant, incredibly durable handles with inlaid mosaic crest that won’t harbor bacteria.

STAINLESS DAMASCUS CLADDINGMade of 64 layers of nickel silver/stainless steel “ladder” Damascus on each side of the blade, Reserve’s cladding supports the cutting core, adds stain and corrosion resistance, and looks elegant.

Shun Reserve is designed to have the weight and balance many Western-style knife lovers prefer, while providing the precision performance only a Shun can offer. Reserve is also characterized by our selection of ultra-premium materials and exceptional luxury touches. From its SG2 micro-carbide cutting core and striking “ladder” Damascus to its charcoal-and-crimson handles and inlaid samurai family mosaic crest, nothing has been overlooked in ensuring Reserve is unquestionably top shelf. Exceptionally beautiful and perfectly detailed, Shun Reserve delivers supreme performance and is a pleasure to use.

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Paring 3.5" [ND0700]

Hollow Ground Chef’s 6" [ND0747]

Chef’s 8" [ND0706]

Serrated Utility 6" [ND0722]

Hollow Ground Santoku 7" [ND0718]

Bread 9" [ND0705]

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ReserveReserve

Hollow Ground Slicing 10" [ND0720]

Combo Honing Steel 9" [SG0790]

3-PC Starter Set NDS0300Paring 3.5", Serrated Utility 6", Chef’s 8" in a gift-box set

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Classic 21-pc Mega Block Set [DMS2100]Bird’s Beak 2.5", Paring 3.5", Serrated Utility 6", Chef’s 6", Hollow Ground Santoku 7", Chef’s 8", Hollow Ground Slicing 9", Vegetable Cleaver 7", Vegetable 3.5", Boning/Fillet 6", Offset Bread 8.25", Six Steak knives 4.75", Carving Fork 6.5", Kitchen Shears, Combo Honing Steel and 22-slot Bamboo Block

Classic 21-pc Mega Block Set [DMS2100]

Classic 7-pc Essential Block Set [DM2003B] Paring 3.5", Utility 6", Chef’s 8", Bread 9", Herb Shears, Combo Honing Steel and 11-slot Bamboo Block

Classic 5-pc Starter Block Set[DMS0510]Paring 3.5”, Utility 6”, Chef’s 8”, Combo Honing Steel and 11-slot Bamboo Block

Not pictured: Classic 2-pc Build-a-block Set[DMS2200]Chef’s 8" and 11-slot Bamboo Block

Classic 8-pc Epicurean Block Set[DMS0820]Paring 3.5", Utility 6", Chef’s 8", Offset Bread 8.25", Hollow-Ground Santoku 7", Herb Shears, Combo Honing Steel and 11-slot Bamboo Block

Classic 10-pc Chef’s Block Set [DMS1020]Paring 3.5", Utility 6", Chef’s 8", Hollow-Ground Slicing 9", Offset Bread 8.25", Santoku 5.5", Boning/Fillet 6", Kitchen Shears, Combo Honing Steel and 22-slot Bamboo Block

Block Sets

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Premier 6-pc Basic Block Set[TDMS0600]Paring 4”, Serrated Utility 6.5”, Chef’s 8”, Kitchen Shears, Combo Honing Steel and 11-slot Bamboo Block

Premier

Sora 6-pc Block Set [VBS0600]Paring 3.5”, Utility 6”, Chef’s 8”, Herb Shears, Combo Honing Steel, and 13-slot Bamboo Block

SoraReserveReserve Basic 6-pc Block Set[NDS0600]Paring 3.5”, Chef’s 8”, Bread 9”, Hollow Ground Slicing 10”, Combo Honing Steel, and 9-slot Wood Block

Not pictured: Premier 2-pc Build-A-Block Set[TDMS2200]Chef’s 8” and and 11-slot Bamboo Block

Premier 7-pc Essential Block Set[TDMS0700]Paring 4”, Utility 6.5”, Chef’s 8”, Bread 9”, Herb Shears, Combo Honing Steel and 11-slot Bamboo Block Premier 9-pc Gourmet Block Set[TDMS0900]Vegetable 3”, Paring 4”, Utility 6.5”, Chef’s 8”, Bread 9”, Slicing 9.5”, Kitchen Shears, Combo Honing Steel and 11-slot Bamboo Block

Premier 6-pc Basic Block Set[TDMS0600]Paring 4”, Serrated Utility 6.5”, Chef’s 8”, Kitchen Shears, Combo Honing Steel and 11-slot Bamboo Block

Premier

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Not pictured: Premier 2-pc Build-A-Block Set[TDMS2200]Chef’s 8” and and 11-slot Bamboo Block

Premier 7-pc Essential Block Set[TDMS0700]Paring 4”, Utility 6.5”, Chef’s 8”, Bread 9”, Herb Shears, Combo Honing Steel and 11-slot Bamboo Block Premier 9-pc Gourmet Block Set[TDMS0900]Vegetable 3”, Paring 4”, Utility 6.5”, Chef’s 8”, Bread 9”, Slicing 9.5”, Kitchen Shears, Combo Honing Steel and 11-slot Bamboo Block

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Accessories

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Accessories Hinoki Cutting Board[DM0805, DM0806, DM0807]Small 10.75" × 8.25" × 0.5"

Medium 15.75" × 10.75" × 0.5"Large 17.75" × 11.75" × 0.75"

[DM0815]10.75” × 8.25” × 0.5”

[DM0816]15.75” × 10.75” × 0.5”

[DM0817]17.75” × 11.75” × 0.75”

Hinoki wood is renowned for its beauty, delicate fragrance, natural antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, and water resistance. Used in a cutting board, this medium-soft wood “gives” as you cut, helping to preserve the delicate edges of your fi ne Shun cutlery. Quite simply, hinoki is the perfect cutting surface for all your fi nest knives. The wood for Shun’s hinoki products is grown in Japan and is Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certifi ed for sustainable forest management practices. In addition, all our hinoki products are made from wood resulting from forest thinning, which is required to maintain healthy growth.

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Electric Sharpener[AP0119]Includes dust cover

3-pc Whetstone Sharpening System[DM0610]Includes whetstone 1000/6000, Combo Honing Steel and 16° angled stand

Combination Whetstone[DM0708]300 Grit/1000 Grit

Combination Whetstone[DM0600]1000 Grit/6000 Grit

Knife Care Kit[DM0625]Includes food-grade knife oil 2 oz., rust removal and polishing boards, uchiko powder ball, Shun polishing cloths and user instructions

Knife Care Kit

Shun HerbShears 7.5" [DM7100]

Shun Kitchen Shears 9" [DM7240]

Shun Multi-purpose Shears 9" [DM7300]

Shun Fish Bone Tweezers 5.5"[DM0901]

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11-Slot Bamboo Block[DM0831]

22-Slot Bamboo Block[DM0832]

13-Slot Bamboo Block[DM0830]

NEW!8-Slot Angled Block[DM0838]

11-Slot In-Drawer Bamboo Knife Tray[DM0835]18" × 9" × 2.6"

9-Slot Black Wood Block[BDM0850]

NEW!6-Slot Confi gured Block[DM0837]

NEW!6-Slot Confi gured Block[DM0836]

Accessories

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Classic 4-pc Student Set[DMS0499]Paring 3.5", Utility 6", Chef’s 8", and Shun 8-Slot Knife Roll

Classic 8-pc Student Set [DMS0899]Paring 3.5", Utility 6", Chef’s 8", Bread 9", HG Slicing 10", Boning/Fillet 6", Combo Honing Steel, and Shun 8-Slot Knife Roll.

Shun 8-slot Knife Roll[DM0880]Unfolded 19.5" × 18", Folded 19.5" × 6.5"(Knives not included)

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Chef’s 20-slot Knife Case[DM0882]Unfolded 35.5" × 20", Folded 8.5" × 3.5" × 3.75"(Knives not included)

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Steak Knives

You’ve grilled the perfect steaks, but how best to cut up your masterpiece once it’s on the plate? The answer is a Shun steak knife. They simply glide through your steak, keeping flavor where it belongs–in the meat.

Classic Steak Knife[DM0711]Classic 4-pc Steak Knife Set [DMS400]

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Shun Higo No-kami[5900]

Classic Shima Steak Knife(Available in 4-pc set only)[DMS430]

Classic Shima Steak Knife(Available in 4-pc set only)

Premier Steak Knife[TDM0711]Premier 4-pc Steak Knife Set [TDMS0400]

Gift & WeddingWhen it comes to kitchen essentials, quality knives are at the top of every couple’s list. Don’t forget to add Shun cutlery to your registry!

Sora 2 pc starter set [VBS200] Paring 3.5", Chef’s 6" in a gift-boxed set

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Tips for Couples § Shun knives are a lifetime investment. Care for them properly and they can be an heirloom possession.

§ If this is your fi rst set of quality knives, we suggest, at a minimum, a Shun Starter Set. It includes three essential kitchen tools — the Shun Chef’s, Utility, and Paring Knives.

§ Also nice to have — a Shun Bread Knife, Carving Knife, Boning Knife, and Kitchen Shears.

§ As your kitchen grows, a bamboo block is the perfect place to store your Shun collection.

§ Don’t forget the Honing Steel to help maintain your extremely sharp Shun edges.

Hints for Gift Givers § Shun cutlery is a lasting gift, a quality gift that can truly last a lifetime.

§ Shun sets make ideal gifts because they provide the perfect combination of indispensable kitchen tools.

§ Every piece of Shun cutlery comes in its own attractive gift box for easy and elegant gift giving.

§ Block sets offer gift-giving choices; choose a full block or one with some empty slots like our Build-a-Block Set for future gifts.

§ Don’t forget the cutting board, sharpening system, and other indispensable accessories for maintaining this fi ne kitchen cutlery.

Ask About Our Special Shun Gift & Wedding Registry Offer

“Knives are the best friends a cook can have, to be treasured along with the family silver.”

— James Beard

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Use & Care Shun recommends taking the best care possible in order to prolong the life of your knives. Proper cutlery care includes giving extra attention to your cutting surface, washing and drying, storage, maintaining the cutting edge and sharpening when needed.

The cutting surface you use makes a big difference in keeping your knives sharp. A good cutting board will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Soft woods such as hinoki, and polypropylene boards are excellent choices. Tile, ceramic, marble, granite, or any kind of glass cutting boards are poor choices and are very hard on your knives.

It is important to protect your investment by hand washing your knives with gentle dish soap. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts or bleach; they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately. Take extra time to get ALL of the water/moisture off of the sharp cutting edge. Be careful not to injure yourself. Do not drag the edge of your knife on your absorbent cloth. Please blot dry the cutting edge.

The cutting surface you use makes a big difference in keeping your knives sharp. A good cutting board will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Soft woods such as hinoki, and polypropylene boards are excellent choices. Tile, ceramic, marble, granite, or any kind of glass cutting boards are poor choices and are very hard on your knives.

It is important to protect your investment by

It is best to store your Shun Cutlery in a wooden block, in-drawer knife tray, sheath, or knife case. Do not store your knives unsheathed in a drawer, this can be a potential hazard to your fi ngers as well as your cutlery.

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Free SharpeningShun will be happy to sharpen your Shun knives for free for as long as you own them. You just pay for shipping costs.

For more information about your cutlery, for answers to your questions, or to contact us, please visit:www.shuncutlery.com

Honing your ShunRegular honing with a Shun Honing Steel will be necessary to maintain the edge. Weekly honing will signifi cantly extend the time between sharpening.

1. Place steel tip down on a sturdy, non-slip surface. (You may also place a damp dishcloth on top of the surface to further guard against slipping.)

2. Align the flat side of the blade with the 16° angle guide on the hand guard.

3. Maintaining that angle, gently pull the blade down the steel from heel of blade to tip. Do this three to four times.

4. Repeat on the other side of blade with an equal number of strokes.

When the time comes to sharpen these premium blades, we recommend using a whetstone, the Shun Electric Sharpener (specifi cally designed to sharpen Shun’s 16° blade angle), or returning them to Kai-USA Ltd. for free sharpening.

16-degree angle guide

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Cutting TechniqueShun cutlery is designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion—never in an up-and-down “chopping” manner.

Imagine cutting wood with a handsaw, then slice through your food with a similar motion, intentionally pushing the knife forward and down as you slice, then pulling it back toward your body. Repeat as needed to cut the food. Always pay attention to where your fingers are in relation to the knife. Your skill and experience level should determine the speed at which you cut. When first slicing with a Shun, it’s best to slow down and enjoy the effortless precision cutting ability of your new knife.

The Classic 8” Western Chef’s Knife (DM0766), and the Classic Meat Cleaver (DM0767) are designed to handle more aggressive work in the kitchen such as breaking down chicken (DM0766 & DM0767) and thick-skinned vegetables, such as spaghetti and butternut squash.

The pinch-gripA professional pinch grip provides excellent cutting control, especially when using wide-bladed knives such as chef’s knife, santoku, or nakiri. Here’s how to get a professional pinch on your Shun:

1. “pinch” the back of the blade a little forward of the handle between your thumb and your curved index finger.

2. Then simply wrap the rest of your fingers lightly around the handle. You want a firm grip, but not a strained grip; trust the knife to do its work.

With this grip, the blade will feel more like a part of your hand, enhancing your control of the blade and making even quite long knives manageable. You can even use this grip on paring knives or utility knives when doing tasks like dicing shallots or mincing garlic.

You may also see some Japanese chefs placing an index finger on the spine of the knife. This is usually employed with a yanagiba or deba when slicing at an angle and can provide additional tip control.

Warning! Knives are extremely sharp tools and should only be used or handled with the utmost care and caution. Any use other than cutting is considered misuse and abuse  —  and will void your warranty.

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The push-cut involves pushing the knife forward and down as you slice.

The push-cut involves pushing the knife forward and down as you slice.

WarrantyLIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTYUnless otherwise stated here, Shun Cutlery from Kai USA Ltd. carries a limited warranty for the lifetime of the original owner. We guarantee our cutlery will perform as advertised when properly used and maintained, and is free of manufacturing defects in material and construction. The Limited Lifetime Warranty is non-transferable and does not extend to normal signs of wear, rust, damage or breakage due to improper use, improper maintenance, accidents, loss or theft. Any product we determine to be defective will be repaired or replaced solely at our discretion. To receive warranty repair or replacement, the owner must send the product to be evaluated by Kai USA Warranty Services in our Tualatin, Oregon headquarters. In addition to the provisions of this warranty, the owner may also have other rights that can vary by state. No other warranties are implied or expressed other than what is specifically stated here.

If you have a warranty concern, please DO NOT return your knife to the place of purchase.

10-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY—SHUN SORAUnless otherwise stated here, Shun Sora Cutlery from Kai USA Ltd. carries a 10 Year Limited Warranty for the lifetime of the original owner. We guarantee our cutlery will perform as advertised when properly used and maintained, and is free of manufacturing defects in material and construction. The 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty is non-transferable and does not extend to normal signs of wear, rust, damage or breakage due to improper use, improper maintenance, accidents, loss or theft. Any product we determine to be defective will be repaired or replaced solely at our discretion. To receive warranty repair or replacement, the owner must send the product to be evaluated by Kai USA Warranty Services in our Tualatin, Oregon headquarters. In addition to the provisions of this warranty, the owner may also have other rights that can vary by state. No other warranties are implied or expressed other than what is specifically stated here.

LIABILITY DISCLAIMERWARNING! Knives are extremely sharp tools and should only be used with the utmost care and caution.

Knives are intended to be used for cutting purposes only. Do not use this knife for stabbing or piercing. Use your Shun knives on meats and vegetables only, not on bones or very thick-skinned vegetables. For this heavier kitchen work, try the Shun Classic Meat Cleaver (DM0767), or Shun Classic 8” Western Chef’s Knife (DM0766), which are designed to handle more aggressive work in the kitchen, such as breaking down chicken and preparing thick-skinned vegetables like butternut squash or melons.

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