Shun Classic Chefs Knife 25cm

Experience the Commanding Presence of Shun's Longest Classic Chef's Knife

The Shun Classic Chef's Knife 25cm is built for cooks who want more reach, more leverage, and the ability to work through larger volumes with fewer strokes - without sacrificing the featherlight precision that makes Shun knives legendary.

The Specs

• Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 32-layer Damascus stainless steel cladding
• Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel (32° inclusive)
• Blade length: 25.4cm (10 in.)
• Handle: D-shaped ebony PakkaWood®
• Origin: Handcrafted in Japan

Built for Serious Prep

The longer blade delivers additional cutting leverage and lets you process more product with fewer strokes - cutting several carrots at once instead of one, or slicing through a large watermelon in a single clean pass. Despite its size, Shun Classic's thinner blade profile makes it noticeably lighter and less fatiguing than comparable European-style chef's knives. The VG-MAX steel core is clad in 32 layers of Damascus stainless steel, bead-blasted to reveal its flowing wave-like pattern, while the ebony PakkaWood® D-shaped handle provides a secure, balanced grip through even the longest service.

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