Shun Premier Slicing Knife 24.1cm

Experience the Blade Built for the Perfect Slice

The Shun Premier Slicing Knife 24.1cm is the specialist tool for carving roasts, slicing smoked salmon, and cutting through any large protein where a single, clean stroke matters. Its long, narrow blade glides through meat in one fluid motion - no sawing, no tearing, no lost juices.

The Specs

• Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34-layer Damascus stainless steel cladding (each side, 68 layers total)
• Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel (32° inclusive)
• Finish: Hammered tsuchime finish for reduced drag and food release
• Blade length: 24.1cm (9.5 in.)
• Handle: Contoured walnut-coloured PakkaWood® with embossed end cap
• Origin: Handcrafted in Japan

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 68 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. The slicing knife's long, narrow profile minimises surface contact with the meat, reducing friction and delivering thinner, more even slices than a chef's knife ever could. The contoured walnut-coloured PakkaWood® handle nestles comfortably in the hand, while the embossed end cap adds balance and a premium finish.

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