Shun Cutlery Classic Chef's Knife 8
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About Shun Cutlery Classic Chef's Knife 8
Overall Feedback:
79% positive
70% appreciated the high-quality blade material
The blade is made up of 32 layers of Damascus steel with the tang going the full length of my handle.
79% praised its sleek design
I appreciate the aesthetics of the knife, especially the Damascus process that resembles wood grain.
The knife has a beautiful design and a nice feel.
The knife I'm referring to stands out for its simple design, beautiful blade, sharpness, and quality steel.
The knives look beautiful, feel wonderful and work perfectly.
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76% praised its durability
The knife performs beautifully and remains sharp for a long time.
If used correctly, my knife will last a lifetime.
The knife lasted for 5 years without any flaw.
With proper care and cleaning, this knife has remained a remarkable tool in my kitchen for a year, used daily on meat, poultry, fish, and vegetables.
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66% found it easy to clean
I find the knife easy to clean without any difficulty as it has no sharp corners. It can be wiped down and dried off easily.
The knife is easy to clean with no sharp corners or difficult-to-clean crevices, making it easy to wipe down and dry off.
This knife is easy to clean as it is hand washed only.
83% liked the comfortable grip
The first time I grasped the Shun knife out of the box, it fit perfectly in my hand and felt like it was made for me.
The D-shaped handle of this knife is very comfortable for my relatively large hand and it glides through veggies and meat with ease.
When I first grasped the Shun knife, it just fit perfectly in my hand.
The knife handle is comfortable with a 'D' shaped handle specifically designed for right handed chefs.
80% found it to be extremely sharp
The knife is super sharp and can slice pieces of lemons micro thin. It also holds the edge sharpness much longer than other steels I have experienced with.
The knife is not an empty metaphor, it is razor sharp.
The blade maintains good sharpness for quite a while.
I can slice pieces of lemons micro thin with this knife and it holds the edge sharpness much longer than other steels I have experienced with. The sharpness of the knife is stunning.
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75% appreciated the well-balanced weight
I love the weight and balance of the knife.
I fell in love with the knife's weight and balance during the first meal I prepared with it at home.
I noticed the weight of the knife as soon as I picked it up. It is a well-balanced knife.
I love the weight and balance of the knife better.
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