Shun Dual Core

The Shun Dual Core Series represents the pinnacle of Shun's steel technology. Where most knives have a single steel core, the Dual Core has two - alternating layers of VG10 and VG2 high-carbon stainless steel, folded together into 71 micro-layers of Damascus cladding that extend all the way to the cutting edge. Both steels reach the edge simultaneously, combining VG10's exceptional hardness with VG2's flexibility and corrosion resistance. The result is a blade that achieves a sharper edge and holds it longer than any single-steel knife in the Shun range.

The octagon-shaped ebony PakkaWood® handle and rabbet tang construction - the same tang type used in traditional samurai swords - complete a knife that is as purposeful as it is beautiful. The Dual Core Series is for cooks who want the absolute best. Available in a focused range of specialist blades including the Santoku, Nakiri, Kiritsuke, Yanagiba, Utility, and Asian Multi-Prep. Handcrafted in Japan.