Shun
Shun Classic Paring Knife
Best precision tool for home cooks mastering intricate fruit and vegetable prep.
Experience peak culinary performance with this indispensable tool for intricate kitchen tasks. This compact and lightweight knife offers exceptional control for peeling, coring, trimming, and detailed garnishing. Its razor-sharp, 16° hand-honed edge ensures clean, effortless cuts, preserving the natural texture and flavor of your ingredients. Crafted in Seki City, Japan, the blade features a VG-MAX stainless steel core for enduring sharpness, beautifully clad in 32 layers of Damascus steel. The ergonomic, D-shaped Ebony PakkaWood handle provides comfort and hygiene, making it a pleasure to use.
$85.12
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Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
76
/ 5752
#76 in Kitchen Knives
Price vs Category Average
-36%
Below average
Blade Length
3.5
/ inches
Who it's for
- Home cooks tired of frequent sharpening sessions
- Culinary enthusiasts performing delicate, intricate prep work
- Design-conscious chefs valuing professional aesthetics and durability
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused shoppers seeking basic kitchen utility
- Casual users prone to rough cutting techniques
- Left-handed cooks requiring ambidextrous handle ergonomics
Performance breakdown
Edge Precision
The 16-degree hand-honed edge delivers surgical accuracy for delicate kitchen tasks.
Material Durability
VG-MAX steel core ensures the blade maintains its sharpness through heavy use.
Ergonomic Comfort
The D-shaped PakkaWood handle provides a secure grip for intricate, repetitive motions.
Maneuverability
Compact design offers exceptional control for peeling, coring, and detailed garnishing.
Aesthetic Craftsmanship
Signature Damascus cladding creates a stunning visual profile for any kitchen collection.
Maintenance Requirements
Requires hand washing and professional care to preserve the high-performance edge.
Key Specs
Blade Length
3.5 inches
Core Material
VG-MAX Stainless Steel
Cladding
32 Layers Damascus Steel
Edge Angle
16° Hand-Honed
Handle Material
Ebony PakkaWood
Core Hardness
Rockwell 60–62
Certification
NSF Certified
Origin
Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan
Know before you buy
This knife is designed for intricate, small-scale tasks that require high precision. It is ideal for peeling fruits and vegetables, coring, trimming, and creating detailed garnishes where a larger chef's knife would be too cumbersome.
No, this knife is not dishwasher safe. To protect the integrity of the Damascus steel and the PakkaWood handle, you should always hand wash it with mild soap and dry it immediately after use.
The D-shaped handle is designed to fit comfortably into the palm of your hand, providing a secure and ergonomic grip. This shape is specifically engineered for right-handed users to ensure maximum control during delicate cutting tasks.
VG-MAX is a high-performance stainless steel that allows the blade to be honed to a very thin, razor-sharp edge. It offers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance, meaning the knife stays sharper for longer periods of regular use.
Because of the fine 16-degree edge, it is recommended to hone the blade regularly with a honing steel to keep it aligned. Shun also offers a lifetime sharpening service, which is a great option for professional-level maintenance.
Beyond its signature aesthetic, the 32 layers of Damascus steel cladding provide structural support to the harder VG-MAX core. This layering helps protect the core while adding durability and a beautiful, unique finish to the blade.
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