Shun Blonde Classic 5 Piece Starter Knife Block Set
The Shun Classic Blonde 5-Piece Starter set brings the beauty and performance of Shun Classic to your kitchen in a new lighter, brighter look. It includes three of the most essential Shun knives, plus the Shun Classic Blonde Combination Honing Steel and a beautiful 6-slot Slimline Block. You'll get the 8" Chef's Knife, the 3.5" Paring Knife, and the 6" Utility Knife.
The attractive Slimline bamboo block takes up less space on your countertop and you'll appreciate its easy-care performance, too. These Damascus-type blade is beautiful and adds stainless properties, while the very hard VG-10 "super steel" cutting core holds an extremely sharp, professional edge.
The Classic Blonde Series features light-colored PakkaWood handles for a striking new look; the traditional Japanese "D-shape" ensures all-day comfort. Hand washing is recommended to preserve the fine edge and long-term preservation of the handle. And like all Shun Classic blades, it includes free lifetime sharpening and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
Features of the Shun Classic Blonde 8" Chef's Knife include:
- Set includes 8" Chef's Knife, the 3.5" Paring Knife, 6" Utility Knife, Combination Honing Steel and Slimline bamboo block
- Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a long-lasting edge
- Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade
- 34 layers of supporting stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total) adds stain resistance
- D-shaped blonde PakkaWood® handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
- Full composite tang and stainless steel end cap for light weight and perfect balance
- NSF Certified for professional use
- Handcrafted in Japan
- Manufacturer's free resharpening service (owner must pay shipping)
- Manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty