Shun Classic 7" Master Serrated Utility Knife
- Serrated wavy edge, forged blade
- VG-MAX core with 68 layers of Damascus cladding
- 16 degree edge angle
- Pakkawood D-shaped handle
- 8 ounces item weight
- Handcrafted in Japan
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A forged Japanese serrated utility knife for foods with a tough outside and a soft middle, with a Pakkawood handle that suits left and right hands. The listing gives no dishwasher or care guidance.
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ASIN: B0D73XPG65
Overview
A wavy serrated edge on a VG-MAX core does the cutting here, wrapped in Damascus stainless cladding and finished with a D-shaped Pakkawood handle. The blade is forged and handcrafted in Japan.
The serrated edge handles foods that are tough on the outside and delicate inside, and the Damascus cladding and handcrafted build add finish. The limitation is the narrow job: a serrated edge is a specialist tool and not a general purpose knife, and care details are missing.
Who it's for
Cooks who already own a chef knife and want a specialist for crusty or skinned foods get a refined serrated tool. Anyone buying a first knife, or wanting a plain edge for everyday chopping, should start elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Serrated edge for tough skins
- VG-MAX steel core
- Damascus stainless steel cladding
- Pakkawood handle for either hand
- Serrated edge is a specialist tool
- Care and dishwasher guidance not listed
- Single blade length only
Performance notes
The wavy serrations bite into a tough surface before the blade slides through, so less downward pressure lands on a soft interior. A hard VG-MAX core carries the edge and the Damascus cladding supports it. The D-shaped handle fills the palm the same way in either hand.
Specifications
| Brand | Shun |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 7 inches |
| Item Length | 14 inches |
| Item Weight | 8 ounces |
| Size | 7" |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Blade Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | Pakkawood |
| Material Type | VG-MAX Core, Damascus Stainless Steel Cladding |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Master Serrated Utility Knife |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Shun Classic Master Serrated Utility knife?
The blade is listed at 7 inches and the whole knife at 14 inches, weighing 8 ounces.
Is the Shun Classic Master Serrated Utility knife suitable for left-handed cooks?
The description says the D-shaped Pakkawood handle gives a secure grip for both left and right-handed users.
Is the Shun Classic Master Serrated Utility knife an all-purpose knife?
No. It is a serrated utility knife meant for foods that are tough on the outside and delicate inside.
Does Shun offer sharpening for this knife?
The description says it is supported by free honing, but the terms are not given in the listing.