- 10-inch chef's knife from the elegant Shun Elite collection
- Handcrafted in Japan of incredibly sharp, strong SG-2 steel
- Beautiful black PakkaWood handle with inlaid design
- Decorative flourishes on handle and blade edge
- Wash by hand; lifetime warranty; gift-boxed
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Definitely intimidating at first, this 10-inch chef's knife from the fabulous Shun Elite collection will soon become a favorite for those hard-to-tackle jobs. The blade is so sharp it practically melts through even the toughest winter squash and reduces a watermelon to manageable slices in no time. Like all Elite knives, this one features a sleek black PakkaWood handle, made of a hardwood-resin fusion, which showcases an inlaid traditional Japanese emblem and fine rings of copper and brass near the bolster. A distinctive flourish, called a "hamon," along the edge of the blade recalls the samurai swords once made in Seki City, Japan, where Shun Elites are handcrafted. Any chef would feel honored to receive this exceptional, gift-boxed knife.
Shun Elite knives stand out for their incredible sharpness, sharper even than Shun Classics, thanks to the newest powdered steel alloy known as SG-2. The process used to make SG-2 results in a fine-grained, very dense blend of ingredients that creates a smooth-as-silk knife edge. Shun edges are formed to an unusually keen 16 degree angle, which is one reason they're so prized among chefs who value uniformly thin slices, a necessity in Japanese cuisine. Covered by a lifetime warranty, Shun Elite knives should be washed and dried--carefully--by hand, and stored when possible in a wooden block to protect the blade. --Ann Bieri
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The ancient traditions of Japanese samurai sword-making, meet today's state-of-the-art steel technology in the new Shun Elite series of knives by Kai. Like the traditional samurai sword blade, Shun Elite is extremely sharp and flexible; ideal for food preparation. But unlike the traditional blade, Shun Elite features a center layer of a new type of "super steel" called SG-2. This new "super steel" starts out in a powdered form. Under heat and pressure it combines to make a much denser alloy which in turn creates the finest molecular structure used in knife making today. The result is an edge that will hold longer than any other steel on the market. Even better for busy chefs. Shun Elite's superior edge will respond quickly and easily to a honing steel when it needs a quick touchup. For added strength and protection, the SG-2 is clade between two outer layers of quality 410A stainless steel for beauty and tireless handling. Shun Elite features an ergonomic handle of handsome PakkaWood®. This premium-quality hardwood laminate combines the beauty and feel of hardwoods with the strength and performance of plastic. Inlaid with a traditional symbol, the handle is also enhanced by thin rings of brass and copper separating it from the bolster. With this kind of beauty and performance, Shun Elite will soon become the knife chefs reach for again and again.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The finest cutlery made. period.,
This review is from: Shun SG0405 Elite 10-Inch Chef's Knife (Kitchen)
Yes, they're pricey. But if you want the best knife money can buy, Shun is the knife for you. Wicked sharp, well balanced, and a pleasure to use.
13 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
OMG,
By Klebrchelp "Brian" (Houston, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Shun SG0405 Elite 10-Inch Chef's Knife (Kitchen)
Oh MY GAWD!!! This is a knife. Why did I wait so long to get a good knife? (Oh yeah, the ex wife would have had it dull in a week) It is so nice to hear a shearing sound as it cut. I was laughing as I was listening to my mother cut behind me (KLUNK KLUNK) with her crap knife, as I am cutting carrots (ssshhhhh ssshhhh) with a pie eating smile on my face. This blade is just ridiculous. If you want a treat that will make life in the kitchen better, get this knife. It is gorgeous and a pleasure to use.
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