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Classic 8-Inch Chef's Knife

SHUN CUTLERY

Current Price $189.95
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Comparable value $237.00
Color: Black
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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

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Reviews

(37)
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Most helpful positive review

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.
Jack W.
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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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Jack W.
Reposted from Shun Cutlery
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.
Anahita T.
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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.
Joris M.
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Nov 3, 2025
Beautiful, easy to handle and
Beautiful, easy to handle and super sharp - my new favorite knife
Jill
Reposted from Shun Cutlery
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.
Eitan
Reposted from Shun Cutlery
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.
Ross N.
Reposted from Shun Cutlery
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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