Shun Premier 6.5" Master Utility Knife
- 6.5 inch blade, plain edge
- VG-MAX steel core with 68 layers of Damascus cladding
- 16 degree edge angle
- Hammered tsuchime finish to reduce drag
- Pakkawood handle
- 5.6 oz, forged construction
- Limited lifetime warranty
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A wide-bladed, handcrafted Japanese utility knife for trimming vegetables and slicing meat and cheese. Nothing else is listed in the box, so no sheath or block comes with it.
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ASIN: B09SM161S2
Overview
Not a long chef's knife, this is a handcrafted Japanese utility knife with a wide blade, thick heel and curved belly. A VG-MAX core is clad in Damascus layers, and a hammered tsuchime finish helps food release from the blade.
Sharpness from a fine edge angle and a curved belly for rocking cuts through herbs are the reasons to buy, in a size that stays agile. The limits are extras and care: no sheath is listed, and the listing gives no care instructions.
Who it's for
A home cook with a few quality knives who wants a mid-length blade for daily prep suits this model. Anyone who wants a long slicer, a serrated edge or a bundle with storage should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Forged blade with VG-MAX core
- Damascus stainless cladding
- Fine, sharp edge angle
- Hammered finish reduces drag
- No sheath listed
- Care instructions not listed
- Plain edge only
Performance notes
A narrow edge angle slices cleanly with little force, and the VG-MAX core holds that edge while the cladding protects the sides of the blade. The wide blade with a thick heel and curved belly allows rocking cuts for mincing herbs. The hammered finish reduces the drag of food sliding off the steel.
Specifications
| Brand | Shun |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 6.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 5.6 ounces |
| Size | 6.5" |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Blade Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Brown |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | Pakkawood |
| Material Type | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Master Utility Knife |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Item Type Name | Premier Knife |
Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Shun Premier Master Utility Knife?
Only the knife is listed under included components. No sheath, block or sharpener is mentioned.
Is the Shun Premier utility knife made in Japan?
Yes. The description says it is handcrafted in Japan.
Is the Shun Premier Master Utility Knife serrated?
No. The blade edge is listed as plain.
What is the Shun Premier Master Utility Knife used for?
The description names trimming vegetables, slicing meats and cheeses, and mincing herbs and spices with rocking cuts.