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Shun Premier Knife Series - Gyuto with hammered finish and Damascus pattern blade, dark wood handle, from Athens Cooks' curated kitchen collection.
Shun | Premier Chef's Walnut, 8 inches knife, features a side-profile drawing with precise dimensions, showcasing its handcrafted, lightweight design ideal for versatile kitchen use.
Chef slicing beef with a Shun Premier Chef's Walnut, 8 inches knife, showcasing its hammered finish and ergonomic handle in a culinary setting.
Shun Premier Chef's Walnut 8-inch knife with a hammered stainless-steel blade, Damascus pattern, and octagonal wooden handle, ideal for precise slicing and chopping.
Close-up of the Shun | Premier Chef's Walnut 8-inch knife handle, featuring dark brown wood with lighter grain and metal fittings, showcasing its elegant craftsmanship.
Close-up of Shun Premier Chef's Walnut, 8-inch knife handle, showing a stainless-steel end cap with a stylized G stamp and a brass spacer.
Shun Premier Chef's Walnut 8-inch knife with hammered-finish blade on a wooden table, surrounded by sliced mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil, ready for preparation.
Slicing onion with Shun | Premier Chef's Walnut, 8 inches knife, showcasing hammered finish and logo, highlighting its precision and craftsmanship in a home kitchen setting.
Shun | Premier Chef's Walnut, 8 inches knife with a hammered blade and wooden handle, showcased alongside figs on a textured surface, emphasizing craftsmanship and versatility.

Shun | Premier Chef's Walnut, 8 inches

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$275.00
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Imagine the satisfying rhythm of your knife gliding through a mound of onions, emerging with precise dice that melt into caramelized sweetness without a single tear or tug. That's the quiet confidence Shun instills in their Premier 8-inch Chef's Knife, a versatile workhorse we reach for in every kitchen session.

We love how Shun crafts it with a wear resistant VG-MAX core, cloaked in 68 micro layers of Damascus steel that ripple like water under moonlight, topped by that hammered tsuchime finish which releases food effortlessly for cleaner cuts and less cleanup. Lighter and thinner than those hefty European styles, it feels agile in hand, perfect for slicing proteins or rocking through herbs with a curved belly that keeps your knuckles clear and your flow uninterrupted.

The contoured Pakkawood handle in warm walnut tones cradles your grip securely, moisture resistant and balanced for all day ease. Shun designed this beauty for cooks who crave pro precision without the weight, and we're all in on how it turns prep into something almost meditative. Let it become your daily essential.

  • VG-MAX core clad in 68-layer Damascus with hammered tsuchime finish for lasting sharpness, corrosion resistance, and effortless food release
  • Lightweight 8-inch blade with curved belly excels at rocking cuts, slicing meats, dicing veggies, and mincing herbs with Japanese finesse
  • Thinner profile reduces fatigue compared to European chef's knives, while wide blade scoops ingredients easily without knuckle drag
  • Contoured walnut finish Pakkawood handle ensures moisture resistant comfort and secure control for versatile, everyday use

Weight: 7.4 oz

Volume:

Dimensions:

  • Blade Length: 8 in. (203mm)
  • Handle Length: 5.0 in (127mm)
  • 1.9 in. H x 13.6 in. L x 0.8 in. W

SKU TDM0706