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Classic 8-Inch Chef's Knife

SHUN CUTLERY

Current Price $189.95
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Comparable value $237.00
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Details & care

Experience the precision and versatility of this all-purpose chef's knife perfect for cutting everything from fruits and vegetables to proteins.

How it's made: 69 layers of stainless Damascus cladding support the knife's core while providing stain resistance and making it easier for stuck-on food to release from the blade. The D-shaped wood handle is comfortable for both right- and left-handed users, while full-composite tang provides ideal balance and heft.

Additional features: The knife's ultrawide blade prevents knuckles from hitting the cutting board. The curved belly enables you to softly rock though fresh spices or herbs to produce the finest of minces.

Sizing information: 8" blade.

  • Handcrafted
  • Damascus steel/wood
  • Made in Japan
  • Item #6755650
  • Core Product ID 333336JBS3

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(40)404.7 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

Sept 12, 2026

Absolute MUST HAVE blade

Great for professional use in kitchens, MUST BE RESPECTED. Folded Japanese steel is light and RAZOR sharp. (Think 8in Samurai Sword) but not indestructible. Use on a bamboo cutting board. Hand wash and store with care. Will cut unlike any blade you e ever used and will last decades. But will chip on stone and counter top, the tip can be broken off (buddy tried to open a soda with one) basically to be used on fruit and vegetables only. But in the kitchen it's ESSENTIAL
Happy C.
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Most helpful critical review

Feb 3, 2025

Blade chipped

Received this knife as a gift. First time using it, slicing a raw steak, the blade chipped off a half a dime size. Could never use it because the chip threaded everything. I do wanted to love it.
Jill
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Sept 12, 2026

Absolute MUST HAVE blade

Great for professional use in kitchens, MUST BE RESPECTED. Folded Japanese steel is light and RAZOR sharp. (Think 8in Samurai Sword) but not indestructible. Use on a bamboo cutting board. Hand wash and store with care. Will cut unlike any blade you e ever used and will last decades. But will chip on stone and counter top, the tip can be broken off (buddy tried to open a soda with one) basically to be used on fruit and vegetables only. But in the kitchen it's ESSENTIAL
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Happy C.
Aug 1, 2026

Excellent chef’s knife. Five stars!

Excellent chef’s knife. Five stars! Highly recommend.
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Philip C.
July 22, 2026

My spouse purchased my first

My spouse purchased my first knife 25 years ago and it's still my favorite.
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Keith B.
Apr 23, 2026

Greatest knife I've ever used.

Greatest knife I've ever used. Use it fir cutting meat, vegetables, dicing etc. Probably need to send it in first sharpening as I've used everyday since recieving it a year ago. Love the handle also.
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Jack W.
Apr 23, 2026

I have been using the

I have been using the knife for the past 6 months and am happy with the purchase.
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Anahita T.
Nov 3, 2025

Beautiful, easy to handle and

Beautiful, easy to handle and super sharp - my new favorite knife
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Joris M.
Feb 3, 2025

Blade chipped

Received this knife as a gift. First time using it, slicing a raw steak, the blade chipped off a half a dime size. Could never use it because the chip threaded everything. I do wanted to love it.
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Jill
Aug 8, 2024

Just a bad knife overall

This knife is not a Japanese knife. It is very heavy and thick, and is handle heavy. It has a very curved belly, not making it even possible to do a Japanese style cut, and you just need to only rock the blade. Anyone who has some experience with a good Japanese gyuto would understand how this knife is not good.
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Eitan
Jan 7, 2024

Classic Chef's 8"

Light, sharp, fast. Too, light, maybe... Bought it for my wife, but she prefers a much heavier heel and bolster. Could be rated higher, but I haven't sharpened it yet. Shun makes great products. Their kitchen shears are fantastic "5-Stars".
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Ross N.
Dec 27, 2023

Bought them as a gift.

Bought them as a gift. The recipients were very thankful and impressed!
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Ryan E.
Dec 24, 2023

It cuts everything with ease.

It cuts everything with ease. Love using the knife.
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Anonymous
Sept 4, 2023

Best Knife Ever

Sharpest knife I have ever bought. Still sharp a month later.
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Joe M.

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