Information In size, the Shun Classic Utility Knife is between a chefs knife and a paring knife, but its blade is narrower and straighter. It is perfect for a multitude of small tasks where more precise cuts are needed, such as trimming broccoli, green beans, or other smaller vegetables. Some cooks like to use it in their hand, too—almost like a large paring knife. Others like its smaller size as an alternative to the chef’s knife. Its very slightly curved belly enables it to do moderate rocking cuts. It’s nimble enough to peel an onion in hand, then slice it up in short order. All Shun Classic knife purchases come in a beautifully presented gift box. Cutting Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34 layers each side (69 total including core) stainless steel Damascus cladding Hardness: 60 HRC Blade Length: 15cm Handle: D-shaped ashwood coloured PakkaWood® Origin: Handcrafted in Japan
