1. What benefits do the hand-hammered blades provide for the Shun Premier Starter Knives, Set of 3?

The Shun Premier Starter Knives, Set of 3 has a hand-hammered finish that reduces drag when cutting and helps food release from the blade more quickly.

2. What materials are used for the blade core for the Shun Premier Starter Knives, Set of 3?

The blade core is made of extremely hard VG-MAX "super steel" and is clad on each side with 34 microthin layers of stainless steel.

3. What is the design purpose of the handles for the Shun Premier Starter Knives, Set of 3?

The walnut-finish PakkaWood handles have a two-position design that supports a trigger grip for pull cuts and balances well for a pinch grip. Stainless-steel end caps add stability. They also add strength. The end caps provide wide weight distribution from end to end.

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Shun Premier Starter Knives, Set of 3

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Shun Premier Starter Knives, Set of 3 has a hand-hammered finish that reduces drag when cutting and helps food release from the blade more quickly.
The blade core is made of extremely hard VG-MAX "super steel" and is clad on each side with 34 microthin layers of stainless steel.
The walnut-finish PakkaWood handles have a two-position design that supports a trigger grip for pull cuts and balances well for a pinch grip.
- Stainless-steel end caps add stability.
- They also add strength.
- The end caps provide wide weight distribution from end to end.