Shun Premier cutlery showcase a distinctive 'tsuchime' hammered finish. Beveled blades feature a VG-10 super steel core clad with 16 layers of high-carbon stainless steel on each side for lateral stability, superb edge retention and cutting precision.

• Shun Premier 7" Sumo Santoku Knife has the extra heft and a wide blade foreasily chopping, slicing, and mincing vegetables, poultry, and fish
• Two stacked rows of hollow grounds keep food from sticking when slicing, and the broad blade is perfect for scooping up chopped ingredients from the cutting board
• Shun Premier knives are handcrafted in Japan and feature a striking hammered blade mated to a walnut-stained PakkaWood handle for a distinctive look in any kitchen
• Striking 'tsuchime' hammered finish functions like a series of hollow-ground cavities that reduce drag and keep food from sticking to the blade when in use
• Damascus-style blades feature a VG-10 super steel core clad with 32 layers of high-carbon steel to create a durable, exceptionally sharp and easy to maintain cutting edge
• Eastern style design with beveled 16o cutting edge
• Moisture resistant and contoured two-position PakkaWood handles nestle comfortably in either hand for ease of use
• Full tang construction
• Stainless steel bolsters and end caps embossed with the Shun logo enhance strength and balance weight along the entire length of the knife
• Hand wash
• Limited lifetime manufacturer's warranty
• Imported