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Shun Premier 5.5" Nakiri Knife, Handcrafted Japanese Vegetable Knife, VG-MAX Core with Damascus Stainless Steel Cladding, Pakkawood Handle, Slicing Knife for Professional and Home Chefs

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Size: 5.5"


Color: Brown


Features

  • SPECIALIZED VEGETABLE KNIFE: The Shun Premier 5.5-inch Nakiri Knife is expertly designed for slicing and dicing vegetables with precision and ease, making it a must-have for any kitchen.
  • 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 VG-MAX steel and 68 layers of Damascus cladding, this knife delivers razor-sharp precision with a 16-degree edge, ensuring long-lasting performance.
  • COMFORTABLE DESIGN: The contoured Pakkawood handle offers a comfortable and secure grip, providing optimal control for both left and right-handed users.
  • JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP: Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan, reflecting a legacy of traditional knife-making expertise and a dedication to superior quality. Supported by free sharpening and honing.

Description

Experience culinary excellence with the Shun Premier 5.5-inch Nakiri Knife, a specialized kitchen essential designed for precision and durability. With its straight blade, edge and spine, this Japanese Nakiri vegetable knife is ideal for simple push cuts – making it perfect for everything from stir fry to salads. Handcrafted in Japan, this knife features a stunning hammered tsuchime finish that reduces drag and prevents food from sticking to the blade. With a VG-MAX steel core and 68 layers of Damascus cladding, this Shun vegetable knife offers exceptional sharpness with a precise 16-degree edge. The Pakkawood handle ensures a comfortable, secure grip, enhancing your cutting experience. Supported by free sharpening and honing. Elevate your culinary skills with the Shun Premier Nakiri Knife, a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation.

Blade Material: Alloy Steel


Brand: Shun


Color: Brown


Handle Material: Walnut color PakkaWood®, Walnut color PakkaWood®


Blade Edge: Plain


Blade Material: Alloy Steel


Brand: Shun


Color: Brown


Handle Material: Walnut color PakkaWood®, Walnut color PakkaWood®


Blade Edge: Plain


Blade Length: 5.5 Inches


Construction Type: Forged


Item Weight: 174 Grams


Blade Color: Silver


Is Dishwasher Safe: Yes


Item Length: 5.5 Inches


Manufacturer: Kai


Size: 5.5"


Global Trade Identification Number: 37


Item Weight: 6.1 ounces


Item model number: TDM0742


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: January 27, 2011


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Perfection!
Size: 5.5" Color: Brown
I’ve never used a Nakiri before. I ordered one from another brand whose knives I love. But it had a slight curve to the edge so returned it and bought this one. This feels amazing! Perfectly balanced for me, sharp, and is a perfect knife for all my veggies! Did I need a Nakiri? Of course not—my chef’s knives and santoku work fine. But this feels so so so good to use!! And that flat bottom edge with the dull tip is great! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024 by Rcdoc
    • so sharp.....
Size: 5.5" Color: Brown
We've never used a nakiri before--just a santaku and chef's knives for vegetables, fish and meat. I thought my knives were pretty sharp, but I think I could lop off a digit with this knife and not feel it until I saw the blood. The 5 1/2" blade is perfect for our use. I think 7" could be too much. The fit and finish is perfect and it feels balanced and very comfortable in the hand. I bought it as a birthday present for me, but my wife gets to it first. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2024 by G Tuck
    • Sharp. Just what I needed.
Size: 5.5" Color: Brown
I will confess that this Shun Nakiri Damascus layered Knife was not by any means cheap, but I don't have my own teeth and I needed something SHARP to chop my veggies and other chewy stuff. This knife fits the bill. It will chop leafy lettuce all by itself which is something that no knife I owned could do without sending stuff flying off the cutting board. After using one at my daughters place in SC I had to have one. This knife will, with a cleaver action on a cutting board, finely chop the likes of rogain leaves, kale and spinach and nothing flies about, just gets chopped. Don't even need to hold the leafy stuff you are chopping which for me is a great safety factor. I've heard that the handle is too small. You really don't need to man handle this knife. It's sharp enough to do most anything without a heavy hand. Here it is shown cutting leftover prime rib using only the weight of the knife alone which is a mere 4 ounces. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vI-nRkb_8RQ Revised and updated because I just bought the Premier Sumo Santoku TDM0743S knife which has a stand. It is prominently displayed on my kitchen bar and it is just as sharp as my Nakiri Shun but is heavier to make use of the weight of the knife itself to aid in cutting. I can shave pork loin to make it tender as a marshmallow for sandwiches (with kraut of course). Love both of these knives. Just make sure you have a good cutting surface. Those complaining about the knife going dull or chipping might be using the counter top for a cutting board. Use a simple plastic mat or an actual maple board. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2015 by Chet
    • I think it is a Hattori Hanzō from Kill Bill which is awesome.
Size: 5.5" Color: Brown
This is a unique knife and my wife's favorite new go-to over the santoku ones weve used for years. Got it as a gift for the wife who likes to cook. We pamper these, and keep them on display. Hand wash immedicaly after use, dry, and put back in block. We treat them with extra care. They are great looking and razor sharp. Definatley a step up from henkles and cuisinearts we have at home tossed in a drawer. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2024 by Pro opine-er
    • Awesome vegetable knife
Size: 5.5" Color: Brown
I have been on the hunt for a new knife for a while, having got hooked on the Global GS5 years ago and wanting a second similar knife for the kitchen for busy days. Recently I have been reading a lot about various knife makes, European and Japanese, ceramic and steel, and got pointed in the direction of Wusthof- a mid-range German knife with good reviews that compare it favourably with much more expensive Japanese knives like Global, Shun, etc. however I wasn't at all happy with the Wusthof santoku knife I tried so I continued looking and finally took the plunge and bought the Shun Nakiri. I live in the UK and Amazon.com had the best price, even after delivery and import costs, for this knife- the equivalent of around $150. It arrived this afternoon and I got it out and gave it a go. Immediately it is a huge improvement over the Wusthof and maybe slightly better than the Global it was bought to offer an alternative to. Needless to say I am over the moon. I don't mind paying this much for a good knife that I will use on a daily basis at all, even if others in my family think I'm crazy! The cost of other knives in the set is a set-back, however, as I would be reluctant to spend the same amount on the 4-inch paring knife I have my eye on, or over $200 after duty, etc for the 6-inch santoku which I could easily find room for in my kitchen. If the santoku was the same price as this I would buy it in a second, and if the paring knife was around $70 I'd have that to. At the moment though this beauty will have to do, until it's time for another treat at which point I will definitely look to Shun again. You really get what you pay for with knives in my experience. So if you have the money and are going to get the use out of this to justify it, you will not be disappointed. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2012 by Rob
    • A must have for any chief
Size: 5.5" Color: Brown
What a wonderful chopping knife and extra special for small adult hands who want a knife that isn't heavy.
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2024 by Carrie Kate
    • Great Knives
Size: 5.5" Color: Brown
Review Image by Patrick Finnegan Patrick Finnegan
I was turned on to these knives by my wife. Now I need to get a bigger magnetic board to hold our set (as it is not all that we want yet. Very nice price point, excellent quality, easy to care for. Holds an edge very well. Excellent performance, feels good in both my hands and my wife’s. The first three have held up amazingly well as we have had them for quite some time. We are gradually replacing all of cooking knives. Highly recommended. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2024 by Patrick Finnegan Patrick Finnegan
    • Beautiful and Comfortable to Use
Size: 5.5" Color: Gray
I love this knife, its easily my favorite in the block. It feels as though it stays sharp for ages, has excellent craftsmanship, and is supe comfy to use. Pros: high quality blade high quality handle beautiful design comfortable sharp Cons: a little pricey Verdict: definitely recommended!
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2024 by Jack S

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