Shun Classic 6-Piece Knife Set with Bamboo Block
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: ShunBrand: Shun
Release Date: 2004-05-25
Model: DM2002B
Product features:
- Includes 8-inch chef's knife; utility knife; paring knife; sharpening steel; Taskmaster kitchen shears; and bamboo storage block
- Made from special VG-10 stainless steel clad with 16 layers of high-carbon stainless steel on each side
- Patterned, layered surface; stunning look of Damascus steel with added rust resistance
- D-shaped Pakkawood handle; stainless steel end cap; ergonomic offset stainless steel bolster
- limited lifetime warranty; made in Seki City, Japan
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Shun Classic 6-Piece Knife Set with Bamboo Block
Customer Review: Best I've ever had
Summary: 5 Stars
I have small hands and I love to cook. I've tried for 30 years to find just the right knives that handled well and did their jobs. These do it and then some. Too pretty and elegant to keep hidden, I look for excuses to use them. I have other knives including a Kyocera ceramic 5" slicer that I like because it is light weight, but I always return to the Shun. As another reviewer says, better than five stars as far as I am concerned.
Description of Shun Classic 6-Piece Knife Set with Bamboo Block
Made in Japan, where kitchen cutlery is an art form, Shun is widely admired by professional chefs for its precision performance and cutting-edge design. The stunning Classic line is produced by the Kasumi Method, the traditional Japanese knife making style that clads protective layers of stainless-steel over a core of extremely hard carbon steel. These Shun knife block sets feature a Damascus moir? pattern steel blade with a precision edge that makes cleaner slices and speeds food prep. For optimum comfort, the unique "D" shape handle design rests smoothly in curve of your fingers as they curl around the handle. The asymmetrical bolster is ground out more on the right side to provide proper finger placement and a comfortable, secure grip. Each knife balances perfectly, with the pivot point just ahead of where the handle sweeps out of the blade.6-Piece Set Includes
. 3 1/2" paring knife
. 6" utility knife
. 8" chef's knife
. sharpening steel
. kitchen shears
. bamboo storage block
Product Features
. VG-10 stainless "super steel" holds an incredibly sharp edge longer
. Blade's distinctive moir? pattern helps ensure superior strength
. Razor-sharp, long-lasting edge is ground to 16 degree angle
. "D"-shaped handle design for supreme comfort and control
. Ebony-black PakkaWood? genuine wood handle is infused with a waterproof resin for long-lasting durability
. Full tang construction adds stability
. Stainless-steel bolsters and end caps for superior safety and control
. Rockwell Hardness rating of 61 safeguards a superior sharp edge
. Dishwasher-safe, but hand-washing recommended
. NSF approved
. Made in Japan
. Limited lifetime warranty6-Piece Set
. Model: DM2002B
. Overall Weight: 10 3/4 lbs.
This ultra-efficient six-piece set includes the three blades a typical home chef uses most: an eight-inch chef's knife for all-around kitchen work like mincing garlic and chopping vegetables, a parer for small-scale tasks like trimming and peeling, and a utility knife for slicing meats, sandwiches, and other sundries. Also included are shears for snipping herbs or opening packages, a bamboo block to store and protect knives, and a sharpening steel. Attractively packaged in a special gift box, this set makes an unforgettable gift for newlyweds, budding chefs, or anyone who appreciates kitchen tools as beautiful as they are functional and long-lasting.
Shun knives are made from VG-10 stainless steel, specially constructed to be harder, less brittle, but also more flexible than traditional steel formulations. The VG-10 core is then clad with 16 full layers of high-carbon stainless steel on each side, for a grand total of 33 layers. These layers not only protect the VG-10, they create an exquisitely-detailed surface reminiscent of Damascus or pattern-forged steel, the kind once used for Samurai swords. As a result, these knives are simply stunning to look at--much like antique Damascus knives but without their tendency to rust. As an additional benefit, the slight patterning helps slice rather than crush delicate foods and keeps cut food from sticking to the blade. Like many Asian-style knives, these feature handles that are especially suited to smaller users. In contrast to the traditional round profile, however, Shun's are D-shaped to prevent the knife from twisting in the hand, providing extra stability and a firm grip. The handles are made from ebony-colored Pakkawood, a fused blend of hardwood veneers imbued with waterproof resin that combines the warmth and traditional look and feel of wood with the strength and durability of plastic. The offset stainless steel bolster is designed for ergonomic comfort and maximum safety, while a stainless steel end cap provides the finishing touch. As sturdy as they are lovely, these knives are officially safe to put in the dishwasher--although they're so good-looking you might find yourself hard-pressed to do so. Shun knives are covered by a limited lifetime warranty. --Mary Park
What's in the Box
8-inch chef's knife, utility knife, paring knife, sharpening steel, kitchen shears, and bamboo knife block.
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