The one knife every kitchen reaches for, refined to perfection.
The Kai Shun Classic Chef’s Knife 20 cm is the ultimate all-purpose blade, shaped in a traditional European style and designed to handle almost every cutting task with confidence. From chopping vegetables and slicing meats to mincing herbs with a gentle rocking motion, this knife delivers smooth, controlled performance day after day. The wide blade keeps knuckles clear of the board and makes transferring food from bench to pan quick and effortless, while Shun’s thinner blade profile keeps the knife lighter and less tiring to use than comparable European chef’s knives.
Available in a LEFT-HAND variant.
Handcrafted in Japan, it takes more than 100 steps to make each Shun knife. The Shun Classic series features beautiful Damascus-clad blades and D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handles. Yet behind these handcrafted knives’ beauty is function; razor-sharp blades offer top performance.
Shun Classic’s proprietary high-performance VG-MAX steel, which provides incredible edge retention, is clad with 34 layers of Damascus stainless steel on each side (a total of 69 layers). Ground and bead-blasted, revealing the flowing pattern of the layered steel. The result is a line of knives that are sharp, durable, corrosion-resistant, and beautiful to behold.
Features:
- VG MAX hardened Japanese steel cutting core
- 69-layer Damascus stainless steel blade construction
- Double bevelled 16-degree cutting angle on each side
- Blade hardness of 60 HRC for excellent edge retention
- Heritage finish blade that develops a natural patina over time
- Traditional European chef’s knife profile
- Curved belly ideal for rocking cuts and fine mincing
- Wide blade for knuckle clearance and easy food transfer
- D shaped ebony coloured PakkaWood handle
- Comfortable and well-balanced in use
- Blade length 20 cm
- Handcrafted in Japan
- NSF certified for commercial kitchen use
- Presented in an attractive gift box
- Limited manufacturer warranty
Versatile, precise, and beautifully balanced, this chef’s knife is an essential tool for cooks who want one blade that truly does it all.
Read through our Shun Blog to find out more information about this top-end brand and the differences between their ranges. See all Chef’s Complements Shun Knives here.
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Stainless Steel
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| Size: |
20cm
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Use & Care:
Using Your Shun Knife
- Use a smooth slicing or push cutting motion rather than forceful chopping
- Avoid twisting, prying or bending the blade sideways
- Do not cut bones, joints, frozen foods or very hard items
- Allow the fine edge to do the work for the best performance
Cutting Surfaces
- Use wooden boards, wood composites or medium-firm synthetic boards
- Avoid glass, marble, granite, stone or ceramic surfaces
- Hard surfaces will dull or damage the blade edge quickly
Cleaning & Drying
- Hand wash only using warm water and mild dish soap
- Avoid citrus-based soaps, bleach or abrasive cleaners
- Rinse thoroughly after washing
- Dry immediately with a soft towel
- Do not soak or leave the knife in standing water
- Never place in the dishwasher
Storage
- Store in a knife block, magnetic strip, drawer tray or blade guard
- Ensure the blade is fully dry before storage
- Do not store loose items in a drawer without protection
Honing & Sharpening
- Hone regularly to realign the edge and maintain sharpness
- Use a suitable honing steel or guided system
- When dull, sharpen with whetstones or a professional service
- Maintain the original 16° double bevel edge for best results
Proper care will preserve the sharpness, beauty and performance of your Shun Classic knife for many years of confident cooking.
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