Shun Premier Utility Knife 15.2cm

Experience the Versatility of the Blade That Fills the Gap Between Your Chef's Knife and Paring Knife

The Shun Premier Utility Knife 15.2cm is the one you reach for when a paring knife feels too small and a chef's knife too much - trimming vegetables, slicing meats and cheeses, cutting sandwiches, and all the precise mid-size tasks that define everyday kitchen prep.

The Specs

• Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34-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
• Blade length: 15.2cm (6 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 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 contoured walnut-coloured PakkaWood® handle is ambidextrous and 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