Shun Classic Chef's Knife 20cm (8")

Shun Classic Chef's Knife 20cm (8")Shun Classic, crafted by Kai in Seki, Japan, is one of the most widely used knife lines in both home kitchens and professional settings worldwide. At its core is VG MAX stainless steel, delivering outstanding edge retention, durability, and corrosion resistance. The blade is clad in elegant Damascus layers, showcasing a refined, flowing pattern that highlights traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Aesthetically, the Classic line is timelessits polished

HRC 62 to 64 Handle Design

SG2/R2 is a powdered tool steel manufactured by Takefu Special Steel that achieves 62-64 HRC

2mm at the heel and mid-section

Especially

and tapers from a 4

delivering high sharpness and edge retention without excessive brittleness

This specific steel composition can be relatively hard to sharpen but maintains its edge for extended periods during precision tasks

9 mm at the heel to 1

layered aesthetic

Designed as splash-and-go stones

This carbon steel sharpens readily and resists chipping during single-bevel maintenance

The Hitachi Special Steel core measures 60-64 HRC and is noted for sharpness and ease of sharpening