Shun Classic 6.5" Master Utility

The ultra-versatile Shun Classic Master Utility combines the nimbleness of a utility knife with the do-it-all capabilities of a chef's knife. The blade is slightly longer and significantly wider, so you can easily accomplish a wide range of food preparation tasks while enjoying the ease of use and agility of a compact knife. Extra width at the heel and a slightly curved belly enables rocking cuts to easily mince herbs and spices. A larger handle gives you a secure, comfortable, and confident grip as you work. The Shun Classic Master Utility's downturned tip (similar to a kiritsuke) is extra durable. Slice, dice, shred, or portion; you can do it all with this one very beautiful, very functional, kitchen knife. Combines the nimbleness of a utility knife with the do-it-all capabilities of a chef's knife Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance Handcrafted in Japan Features + Details Use Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit Blade Shape Utility, Specialty Country of Origin Japan Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty Specifications Blade Length 6.5 in. (165mm) Blade Steel VG–MAX Blade Steel Layers 69 layer Damascus Blade Edge Non-Serrated Handle Material Ebony color Pakkawood