Shun Premier 2 Piece Chef’s Best Friend Set

Experience the Shun Premier Line's Essential Duo

The two most-reached-for blades in any kitchen, paired together in one beautifully presented set. The Chef's Knife handles the heavy lifting, the Utility Knife steps in for everything else. Both wrapped in the hand-forged beauty and hammered tsuchime finish that defines the Premier line.

What's Included

• Shun Premier Chef's Knife 20.1cm (8 in.) - The do-it-all blade for slicing, dicing, chopping, and mincing
• Shun Premier Utility Knife 15.2cm (6.5 in.) - The nimble companion for precise smaller tasks, trimming, and in-hand work

The Specs

• Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 32-layer Damascus stainless steel cladding (each side)
• Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel (32° inclusive)
• Finish: Hammered tsuchime finish for reduced drag and food release
• Handle: Contoured walnut-coloured PakkaWood® with embossed end cap
• Origin: Handcrafted in Japan
• Presented in a Shun branded gift box

Where Ancient Craft Meets Modern Steel

Each Shun Premier knife takes at least 100 handcrafted steps to complete. The VG-MAX steel core is clad in layers of Damascus stainless steel - and near the edge, where the steels meet, an undulating line forms that echoes the hamon of a traditionally tempered samurai sword. The hammered tsuchime finish creates a series of hollow-ground cavities along the blade that reduce drag and help food release cleanly. Both knives share the same contoured walnut-coloured PakkaWood® handle with embossed end cap - comfortable, durable, and won't harbour bacteria. Note: presented in a stylish black Shun branded gift box - some older images show a timber box which is no longer available.

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 blades