Your chef's knife will be the hardest-working knife in your kitchen, so choosing the right one makes all the difference. The Shun Dual Core 8" Chef's Knife combines extraordinary craftsmanship with exceptional cutting performance, making it the knife you'll reach for every time you cook.
Its versatile 8-inch blade is ideal for preparing everything from fruits, vegetables, and herbs to proteins. The fine, razor-sharp edge glides cleanly through food with minimal resistance, while the gently curved belly supports smooth rocking cuts for herbs and spices. The wide blade provides ample knuckle clearance and makes it easy to transfer ingredients from cutting board to pan.
A work of culinary art and top performance; includes wooden saya (sheath)
71 alternating micro-layers of high-carbon, high-chromium VG10 & VG2 stainless steel extend all the way to the edge to maintain long-lasting high-performance; razor-sharp 16° edge each side
Traditional octagon-shaped handle in ebony-finished Pakkawood provide a comfortable, secure grip; beautiful, durable PakkaWood won't harbor bacteria
Rabbet tang controls weight and enhances maneuverability; this tang type is how samurai swords were commonly constructed
