Shun Premier 3 Piece Chef's Knife Set

Experience the Foundation of a Serious Premier Collection

The Shun Premier 3 Piece Chef's Knife Set pairs the three most-used blades in any kitchen with the hand-forged beauty, hammered tsuchime finish, and VG-MAX performance that defines the Premier line - all in one beautifully presented gift set.

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 mid-size blade for precise smaller tasks and in-hand work
• Shun Premier Paring Knife 10.2cm (4 in.) - The compact precision blade for peeling, coring, trimming, and detail work

The Specs

• Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 32-layer Damascus stainless steel cladding (each side)
• Edge: Hand-sharpened 16 degree double-bevel (32 degree inclusive)
• Finish: Hammered tsuchime finish for reduced drag and food release
• Handle: Contoured walnut-coloured PakkaWood with embossed end cap on all three knives
• 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. These three knives cover 90% of everything you'll ever cut. All three 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 and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing
• Hone regularly with a Shun honing steel to maintain the 16 degree 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