Shun DM0716 Classic 4-Inch Paring Knife
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: ShunBrand: Shun
Model: DM0716
Product features:
- 4-inch Japanese paring knife; ideal for peeling, paring, or chopping
- Precision-forged high-carbon stainless-steel blade; holds a razor-sharp edge
- Clad with16 layers of stainless steel to produce a rust-free Damascus look
- Durable D-shaped Pakkawood handle; comfortable offset steel bolster
- Lifetime warranty; manufactured in Seki City, Japan
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Shun DM0716 Classic 4-Inch Paring Knife
Customer Review: One awesome knife
Summary: 5 Stars
There are compromises in every choice. The folded steel blade of this knife makes it thinner, and allows it to be sharpened to a better edge than thicker, and/or stainless blade. It also makes it too thin to use with a carbon steel if you want it to last, and hold an edge. So when sharpened with ceramic or stones, it will hold an edge better than stainless, and thicker blades. I use a Spiderco sharpening set myself, and while I also bought my wife a 3.5" Wusthof, she nearly always uses her 4" Shun. She did have the Shun for several years before I got her the Wusthof, so some of that may be just what she is used to, but she loves her Shun, and it is really a work of craftsmanship. As others have noted, this knife is used more than all the others put together. I think Wusthof (Classic and the other high end mdl, not their budget line) is the only knife I know of which comes close, and if you want to be able to use your steel to sharpen your knives, I recommend them highly. Only stones or ceramics will get knives really sharp, steels make the edge rough like a saw, not sharp, and Wusthof, while a really good knife, will not get as sharp as a Shun IMO when using stones or ceramics, Wusthof's also do not hold an edge as well as it lacks the amount of the Shun's carbon in the steel. I do think for some, the Wusthof is a better choice, but for us the Shun is just awesome.
Description of Shun DM0716 Classic 4-Inch Paring Knife
A member of the stylish Shun Classic line, this durable paring knife deftly handles intricate dicing and trimming tasks alongside its requisite peeling and skin-removal role. The paring knife?s compact size makes it easy to handle and thus a favorite when control and precision are a priority. The tool features a narrow sloping blade measuring 4 inches in length with a piercing tip.Leveraging a 90-year history of superior workmanship, Shun knives are precision-forged in Japan by renowned blade manufacturer KAI. Using technologically advanced processes, a VG-10 "super steel" core is clad with 16 layers of high-carbon stainless steel to produce a rust-free Damascus-look blade. The Damascus detailing not only enhances the knife?s aesthetic appeal, it also prevents morsels from sticking and avoids crushing or damaging foods. Forming a comfortable D-shaped hold, a fused blend of hardwood veneers and resin comprise the unique ebony Pakkawood handle. A traditionally offset stainless-steel bolster protects knuckles while a steel end-cap finishes the piece. Although dishwasher-safe, hand washing is recommended. This product includes a lifetime warranty. -- Amy Arnold
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