The slicing knife is an essential tool in professional kitchens, engineered with a long, narrow blade to deliver precision and efficiency in every cut. Its finely honed edge is designed for clean, effortless slicing of meats, roasts, and delicate fish, ensuring uniform, paper-thin slices that maintain texture and flavour. The knife’s balanced construction and ergonomic handle reduce fatigue during high-volume tasks, making it ideal for chefs who require consistent performance under pressure. Additionally, its durable design allows for easy sharpening and maintenance, ensuring that it remains a reliable workhorse in any culinary setting.

The Shun Classic Series unites centuries-old Japanese Samurai blacksmithing with today's modern and technically-sophisticated manufacturing processes. The result is an exceedingly high-quality range of Damascus knives, engineered with attention to the most minute details and designed to always retain its sharpness. The knives are therefore ideally suited for professional use.

The Shun Classic blades are gorgeous to look at due to the distinctive semigloss pattern exhibited by the Damascus steel composite comprising 32 layers. This combination with the elegant, tapering handle made of black pakkawood, results in an overall aesthetic design that puts quality and functionality at its core.

Weight: 199g

Handle Material: Wa (Japanese) Handle, black pakka wood and steel end

Handle Length: 125mm (4.9")

Blade Length: mm (")

Blade Depth: mm

Thickness at spine: mm

Thickness at tip: mm

Cutting Edge: Double 50/50

Blade Material: VG-Max core steel with 32 Damascus layers

Hardness (Rockwell scale): 61 - 62