Shun Classic White Utility Knife 15.2cm

The Knife You'll Reach for More Than You Expect

Experience the sweet spot between a chef's knife and a paring knife. The Shun Classic White Utility Knife 15.2cm is the nimble, go-anywhere blade that handles the tasks too small for a chef's knife and too large for a parer — with the same Japanese precision you'd expect from Shun.

The Specs

• Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 32 layers Damascus stainless steel cladding
• Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel (32° comprehensive)
• Blade length: 15.2cm (6 in.)
• Handle: D-shaped white PakkaWood®
• Origin: Handcrafted in Japan

Small Knife, Big Versatility

Sometimes called a sandwich knife, the utility knife earns its place in every kitchen through sheer versatility. Its narrower, straighter blade excels at trimming broccoli, slicing tomatoes, cutting meats and cheeses, and peeling onions in hand. The slightly curved belly handles moderate rocking cuts with ease. The VG-MAX steel core is clad in 32 layers of Damascus stainless steel — bead-blasted to reveal its flowing pattern — while the ash-white PakkaWood® D-shaped handle gives you confident control whether you're working at the board or in hand.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only — never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing
• Hone regularly with a Shun honing steel to maintain the 16° edge
• Sharpen with a whetstone or professional sharpening service when needed
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the blade