Handcrafted by expert artisans in Seki City, Japan. Shun Premier cutlery features a high-carbon VG-10 steel core clad with 16 layers of Damascus stainless steel.
All knives are hammered by hand with a technique known as tsuchime to a beautiful finish that reduces drag when cutting, preventing food from sticking to the blade. Ultra-thin blade retains a lasting and razor-sharp edge for precision on the cutting board.
Unique blade is serrated at each end and straight in the center. Limited lifetime warranty. Made in Japan.
- Care: Hand wash
- Dimensions: 6½" L
- Material: Stainless steel and pakkawood
- Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty
- Made in Japan
KAI Corporation is a 99-year-old family-owned company located in Seki City, Japan. It is completely privately held, and is run by Mr. Koji Endo. He is the third generation to run the company. KAI is the major manufacturer and distributor of disposable razors, surgical tools, personal care products and housewares in Japan.
The Shun Housewares Division was started in December 2002. At that time, there were no established sales and only 13 items in the Shun Line. Today, the housewares team has built the division to its high position of prominence in the gourmet cutlery category.
KAI is also the owner of the famous US-made Kershaw pocket knives.
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Spend $500 on Shun cutlery and receive a $50 Sur La Table gift card by mail. Click here for rebate form.
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Spend $500 on Shun cutlery and receive a $50 Sur La Table gift card by mail. Click here for rebate form.
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