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The Shun Premier Blonde 5 Pc Starter Set is the perfect way to start your collection of high-quality kitchen knives. This set includes the three most essential knives for any kitchen: the 8-in. Chef's Knife, the 4-in. Paring Knife, and the 6.5-in. Utility Knife, all made with VG-MAX cutting core technology for superior performance and durability.
Keep your blades sharp with the included Combination Honing Steel featuring two honing surfaces - smooth for everyday honing and micro-ribbed for weekly care - as well as a built-in angle guide for precision honing.
This Slimline Bamboo Block designed to take up less space on your countertop accommodates up to six pieces of kitchen cutlery including slots for both honing steel and kitchen shears.
Key Features:
- VG-MAX cutting core: The latest in super steel technology, this cutting core is wear-resistant, corrosion-resistant, and holds a fine sharp edge at a precise angle of 16 degrees on each side.
- Damascus cladding: With 68 micro layers of Damascus cladding surrounding the cutting core, these knives are not only beautiful but also provide support and protection to ensure long-lasting performance.
- Hammered TSUCHIME finish: The hammered finish helps release food easily when cutting while adding an elegant touch to these already stunning knives.
- Pakkawood handle: The blonde Pakkawood handle is contoured for comfort and control while resisting moisture to ensure a secure grip even when wet.
- Handcrafted in Japan: Each knife in this set is handcrafted by skilled artisans in Japan using traditional techniques passed down through generations.
HONING STEEL
- Built-in angle guide makes precision honing easy
- Two honing surfaces: smooth for everyday honing; micro-ribbed for weekly care
- Rod: Stainless steel
- Handle: Stainless steel
- Rod length: 9 in. (22.9 cm)
- Made in China
BAMBOO BLOCK
- Beautiful, sustainable bamboo construction
- Accommodates up to 6 pieces of kitchen cutlery, large and small
- Includes slots for honing steel and kitchen shears
- Made in China
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