Shun Classic 7" Hollow Ground Asian Cook's Knife
- 7 inch blade, 14 inches overall
- VG-MAX core, 68 layers of Damascus cladding
- 16 degree edge, hollow ground
- D-shaped Pakkawood handle, forged
- Handcrafted in Japan
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A forged gyuto style cook's knife with a narrow, light blade and hollow ground sides that help food release. The listing gives no weight and no care steps, and the steel is harder than a German style blade.
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ASIN: B0FN6Y1VQXModel: DM0776Category: Gyutou Knives
Overview
A home kitchen with a lot of mixed prep can use this narrow Japanese chef knife with a VG-MAX core wrapped in Damascus stainless cladding. Hollow ground indentations cut friction, and a D-shaped Pakkawood handle suits left and right hands.
The reason to consider it is the light, maneuverable blade and the fine edge angle, which handle fruit, vegetables and meat. The limitation is the lack of weight and care data, and a narrow edge asks for careful use on a board.
Who it's for
Home cooks who move from German style knives to a lighter Japanese profile and are comfortable with hand care. Those who hack through bones, drop knives in a dishwasher or want a wide heavy blade should choose a different build.
Pros and cons
- Light, maneuverable blade
- Fine 16 degree edge
- VG-MAX core in Damascus cladding
- Hollow ground sides reduce friction
- Weight not listed
- Care instructions not listed
- Narrow blade, not for bones
Performance notes
A hard VG-MAX core can take a very fine angle, and the softer cladding layers protect it and form the pattern. The hollow indentations let air and water break the seal between blade and food, so slices come away more easily.
Specifications
| Model | DM0776 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 7 inches |
| Item Length | 14 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | VG-MAX Core, Damascus Stainless Steel Cladding |
| Construction Type | Forged with Pakkawood Handle |
| Handle Material | Pakkawood |
| Color | Black |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Chef Knife |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Hollow |
| Item Highlight | Handcrafted Japanese Kitchen Knife, 68 layers of Damascus cladding, 16-degree edge |
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- Item Length 14 vs 15.7 inches (-11%)
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Shun Classic gyuto a German style chef knife?
No. It is a Japanese gyuto with a narrow, light blade, not a wide heavy blade for bones.
What do the hollow ground indentations do?
The seller copy says they reduce friction while cutting, so food glides off the blade more easily.
Can lefties use the Shun Classic knife?
Yes. The seller copy says the D-shaped Pakkawood handle suits left and right-handed users.
Is the Shun Classic knife dishwasher safe?
Care steps are not given. Hand washing is the usual advice for a fine edged forged knife.