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Shun Elite Paring Knife (3 1/2-in. Blade) |
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Oh, what a pretty paring knife. The Shun Elite line marries gorgeous looks with unprecedented sharpness. The paring knife's shallow-bellied blade lets you get the tip exactly where you want it, so you won't shy away from intricate cutting tasks. Treat yourself or a deserving cook to this useful, beautiful workhorse.
What makes this knife elite? Its core of SG-2, an exotic Japanese powdered steel that is at once incredibly durable, smooth, flexible, and chip resistant. The core is clad with two layers of SUS410, a softer stainless steel that provides additional strength and corrosion resistance. The blade is then honed to an acute 16-degree angle for the sharpest cutting edge possible. It will retain its edge several times longer than comparable stainless cutlery.
The Shun Elite Paring Knife is hand crafted in Japan and possesses design elements from traditional samurai swords. The "Hamon," or clay-baked design on the edge of the blade, is one samurai trademark. The inlaid Japanese emblem and rings of copper and brass on the handle are others. This knife is a functional work of art to be used and admired. Hand wash only.
Features: - Forged 3 1/2-in. blade with core of SG-2 advanced steel is clad on both sides with SUS410 high-carbon stainless steel for unparalleled strength and flexibility.
- Rating of 64-66 on Rockwell scale of hardness ensures that blade will hold its sharp edge longer than other knives (which rate 56-58 on the Rockwell scale).
- Shun's Samurai technology (thinner blade sharpened at more acute angle) allows for more precise cutting than Western knives.
- Blade holds razor-sharp edge longer than other kitchen knives and rarely needs sharpening.
- Ambidextrous oval handle of black resin-infused Pakkawood is embellished with a traditional Japanese brass emblem and also features brass and copper rings at the bolster and end.
- Lifetime warranty.
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