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Binding: Kitchen
Brand: Shun
EAN: 4901601572742
Item Dimensions: 100121090380
Label: Shun
Manufacturer: Shun
Material Type: carbon-steel
Model: DM0712
MPN: DM0712
Publisher: Shun
Size: 7-inch
Studio: Shun
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
Features:- 7-3/4-inch Chinese chef's knife; suitable for cutting meat and poultry bones
- Precision-forged stainless-steel blade; rectangular cleaver shape; razor-sharp edge
- Clad with 16 layers of high-carbon stainless steel to produce a rust-free Damascus look
- Durable D-shaped Pakkawood handle; comfortable offset steel bolster
- lifetime warranty; manufactured in Seki City, Japan
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Product Description:
An Asian chef might find this to be the ultimate kitchen tool, as it's sharp enough to slice through bones and cartilage in one single slice, yet can be used for tenderizing meat or fine dicing as well. The extra-wide blade with a slight curve is a traditional cleaver design, plus it features the one-sided bevel and hollow-ground back side which ensures swift and confident motion.Made in the ancient city of Seki, Japan, Shun Pro knives rely on extremely sharp 2.5mm blades, made of a single piece of Japanese VG10 steel for strength, called the Honyaki style in Japan. It offers precision slicing, cutting and chopping that is unprecedented by any of its German competitors. Sharper out of the box than other knives, Shun Pro knives feature a traditional Japanese blade, with a one-sided beveled edge and hollow-ground or concave back. Japanese chefs in particular prefer the single bevel because it can be honed backed to its original sharpness, even after hours of slicing, using a whetstone. In addition, the hollow ground divots on the back produce air pockets that remove friction when slicing, so food releases easily without any loss of flavor. The ebony Pakkawood handle, a highly durable combination of layers of white birch wood and resin, is designed in a ???D??? shape to fit firmly and comfortably in the hand, with the bonus of being dishwasher safe and NSF approved for commercial kitc
Amazon.com Review:
A member of the stylish Shun Classic line, this heavy-duty Chinese chef's knife comfortably handles hearty kitchen tasks ranging from cutting through poultry bones to chopping vegetables. Essentially a cleaver, this tool features a wide, rectangular blade measuring 7-3/4 by 3-3/8 inches. The slightly curved cutting surface rocks gently and maintains its razor-sharp edge.
Leveraging a 90-year history of superior workmanship, Shun knives are precision-forged in Japan by renowned blade manufacturer KAI. Using technologically advanced processes, a VG-10 "super steel" core is clad with 16 layers of high-carbon stainless steel to produce a rust-free Damascus-look blade. The Damascus detailing not only enhances the knife's aesthetic appeal, it also prevents morsels from sticking and avoids crushing or damaging foods. Forming a comfortable D-shaped hold, a fused blend of hardwood veneers and resin comprise the unique ebony Pakkawood handle. A traditionally offset stainless-steel bolster protects knuckles while a steel end-cap finishes the piece. Although dishwasher-safe, hand washing is recommended. This product includes a lifetime warranty. -- Amy Arnold
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Rarely in life does something that garners so much hype and attention stands up to expectations. However the Shun knife I received not only met, but beat expectations. My parents will never understand how I can pay more than a $150 for a knife, but after cutting some vegetables and onions, I was out of words. The D shaped handle fit my hand very well, it was not as heavy as I expected. It was sharp out of the box and the Damascus pastern was very attractive. The sad thing about having one shun knife is, I am sure to buy more.... My next target is the 8" classic chef's knife, replacing my Twin Henckels 4 star.
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i've been working with this knife for several weeks now, and really enjoy using it.
i was initially a bit concerned about the bolster - or lack thereof - and how that would translate comfort wise in my hand. i'm used to a wusthof chef's knife with a fairly beefy bolster, so initially this felt a little thin. after working with it for a while, i've found that the knife is actually very comfortable to hold and my concerns were unnecessary.
the knife is fairly heavy, not due to it having a thick blade, but simply because of the size of the blade itself. it's not as heavy as a meat cleaver, but it's heavier than a 8" german chef's knife. the weight combined with the size really turns my wife off, so this is a knife you need to hold for a few minutes before you purchase it. make sure it's your style.
on the flip side of the weight issue, the blade has great momentum and the weight just lets it drop through foods with very little effort. i like this ... Read More
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I have a Shun KenOnion style knife, but then I'm chinese and always wanted a asian style knife. The quality of Shun is good, but the price tag is really really out of reach.
At first site, the knife looks intimidating, it looks very big and heavy compared to the normal chef knives. Once you pick it up, you'll be amazed. The weight is perfectly balanced, and the wide edge makes picking up chopped veggies or meat a cinch. In fact, this one feels more ergonomic than the ergonomically designed Ken Onion Chef knife, hardly even use that one anymore since I got this.
You can slice, chop, dice with ease on this blade. Now I need to find a holder for this thing, it's too cool looking to go into a drawer. Wish for $180 it would come with a holder.
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I bought this knife a year ago. It rapidly became my favorite cutting implement. I postponed reviewing it to make sure initial infatuation was not coloring my opinion.
The balance is near perfect, the blade shape works well for cutting, slicing, mincing, and chopping. The steel readily takes a sharp edge and holds it well. This cleaver excels at both moderate cutting and delicate work. The wood handle is warm and easy to grip even with wet hands. The strong blade allows using the side for mashing and as a spatula, the back as a scraper and tenderizer, and the end of the handle to pulverize.
Whether this knife is worth the price of admission depends on the depth your pocketbook and your intended use. For those wanting a fancy knife to display, the Damascus edge makes for a striking appearance. That did not rate high on my list, but I presume it does for some. I use this knife on a daily basis; it is a pleasure to work with and does the job with a minimum of drama. ... Read More
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I recently purchased the Shun 7 3/4 Chinese Chefs knife to replace my very very old carbon steel 10" french chefs knife which had developed a cracked, loose handle. I own the stainless version of the Shun instead of the "classic" version with the composite wood handle. I was slightly apprehensive about ordering a knife with an all metal handle because I thought it might become slippery when wet or greasy, however the wonderful asymmetric shape(for my hands at least) and lightly sanded finish provide a very secure grip, perhaps better than my old knife. Quite a few other reviewers of Shun knives said that their knifes came razor sharp but mine at least did not. No commercial knife I have ever owned has been sharp out of the box so I'm not faulting the manufacturer. It had a beautifully ground edge that was very precise and defect free but it was simply not sharp. I was able to put a "scary sharp" edge on it in about 2 min with my extra fine whetstone and a few strokes with my ceramic steel. ... Read More
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