Shun Classic 9 Bread Knife

Why Buy Shun Classic: Born of the ancient samurai-sword-making tradition and hand-finished for precision and beauty Shun Classic is an ideal choice for anyone buying their first Japanese knife or 50th. The high-quality line of cutlery makes a worthwhile addition to any chef s arsenal of tools--it s used by professional chefs and home cooks alike. Produced in the widest variety of specialized styles the Classic line features both traditional European blade shapes and innovative cutting-edge designs. Shun Classic s amazingly sharp blade is famous for both edge retention and ease of sharpening. Each blade has a core of VG-10 Super Steel with a Pattern Damascus cladding of 32 layers of high-carbon stainless steel--16 layers on either side. While the wood grain pattern enhances the knife s beauty it also adds durability and stain resistance and reduces friction when cutting.