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Shun
Shun Classic Nakiri 6.5"
Reviewed by Nora Whitfield
A handcrafted Japanese vegetable knife featuring 68 layers of Damascus cladding, a VG-MAX cutting core, and a comfortable D-shaped Pakkawood handle.
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Est. Price
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Who It's For
Home cooks and culinary enthusiasts looking for a highly polished, premium Japanese vegetable prep knife.
Why We Love It
It combines striking visual design with a razor-sharp push-cut profile that makes prepping piles of vegetables effortless.
thumb_up Pros
- check Exceptional sharpness and edge retention with VG-MAX core
- check Beautiful 68-layer Damascus cladding prevents food from sticking
- check Elegant ebony-colored D-shaped Pakkawood handle
- check Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan with lifetime warranty support
thumb_down Cons
- close Premium price tag
- close Thin, hard steel is delicate and prone to chipping if misused
list_alt Specifications
brand Shun
model Classic (DM0728)
material VG-MAX cutting core, 68 layers of stainless Damascus cladding, Pakkawood handle
dimensions 6.5 inch blade (165 mm)
weight 7.6 oz (215 g)
warranty Limited Lifetime
origin Japan
