Shun Classic Bread Knife 22.9cm

Experience the Satisfaction of a Perfect Slice, Every Time

The Shun Classic Bread Knife 22.9cm brings Japanese precision to one of the kitchen's most underrated tasks. Cut through a crackling sourdough crust or a pillowy brioche without a single tear or squash - and once you've used it, you'll wonder how you managed without it.

The Specs

• Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 32-layer Damascus stainless steel cladding
• Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel serrated blade
• Blade length: 22.9cm (9 in.)
• Handle: D-shaped ebony PakkaWood®
• Origin: Handcrafted in Japan

The Art of the Serration

The wide, low-frequency serrations on this blade are engineered to do what a straight edge simply cannot - gently saw through a thick, crackling crust while preserving the soft, airy interior beneath. The VG-MAX steel core is clad in 32 layers of Damascus stainless steel, ground and bead-blasted to reveal its signature flowing pattern. The ebony PakkaWood® D-shaped handle provides a confident, comfortable grip whether you're slicing a single piece or working through a whole loaf. It performs equally well on soft sandwich bread, delicate pastries, and everything in between.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only, never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing
• Serrated blades require less frequent sharpening - have professionally sharpened when needed
• Do not hone - serrated edges are maintained differently to straight-edge blades
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the serrations