What makes the blade easy to maintain for the Shun Classic Asian Chef's Knife, 7"?

The knife has an exceedingly sharp cutting edge that is easy to maintain. With regular use and weekly honing, sharpening is typically needed only once or twice a year. It can be sharpened at home with a whetstone or sharpener designed for a 16-degree angle.

How does the handle enhance comfort for the Shun Classic Asian Chef's Knife, 7"?

Its PakkaWood handle has a D shape designed to sit comfortably in the hand. The handle resists moisture. The knife is made with a thin, lightweight blade.

What tasks does the Shun Classic Asian Chef's Knife, 7" excel in?

It excels at chopping, slicing, and dicing, and is especially well suited for slicing meat and fish as well as preparing vegetables. All-purpose Asian-style chef's knife. Known in Japan as a gyuto. Thin blade with plenty of knuckle clearance on the cutting board.

Hover to Zoom

Zoomable product image with magnification controls

Shun Classic Asian Chef's Knife, 7"

$179.95

[+]Feedback

Frequently Asked Questions

The knife has an exceedingly sharp cutting edge that is easy to maintain.
- With regular use and weekly honing, sharpening is typically needed only once or twice a year.
- It can be sharpened at home with a whetstone or sharpener designed for a 16-degree angle.
Its PakkaWood handle has a D shape designed to sit comfortably in the hand.
- The handle resists moisture.
- The knife is made with a thin, lightweight blade.
It excels at chopping, slicing, and dicing, and is especially well suited for slicing meat and fish as well as preparing vegetables.
- All-purpose Asian-style chef's knife.
- Known in Japan as a gyuto.
- Thin blade with plenty of knuckle clearance on the cutting board.