ALL PURPOSE KITCHEN KNIFE The Shun Premier Blonde 55inch Santoku Knife is expertly designed for all the basic kitchen cutting tasks and is shorter than a standard chefs knife for increased agility and maneuverability DISTINCTIVE HAMMERED FINISH Part of the Premier Series this knife features a beautiful hammered tsuchime finish to reduce drag and prevent food from sticking to the blade SUPERIOR SHARPNESS Crafted with VGMAX steel and 68 layers of Damascus cladding this knife delivers razorsharp precision with a 16degree edge ensuring longlasting performance COMFORTABLE DESIGN The contoured blonde Pakkawood handle offers a comfortable and secure grip providing optimal control for both left and righthanded users JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan reflecting a legacy of traditional knifemaking expertise and a dedication to superior quality Supported by free sharpening and honing