Shun Classic Santoku Knife - 5.5″

• Perfect for smaller cutting tasks where a chef’s knife would a bit too unwieldy, this blade is sure to be a mainstay in your kitchen
• Handcrafted from high quality steel
• Razor sharp, hand honed edge
• Ergonomic handle design
• Shun Classic 5.5 Inch Santoku Knife item number DM0727
• Made in Japan, Lifetime Warranty

Shun Classic 5.5″ Santoku Knife – Compact Power, Perfect Precision

The Shun Classic 5.5″ Santoku Knife is the ideal choice for chefs who value agility, balance, and precision. 🔪✨ This smaller version of the traditional Japanese Santoku delivers all the versatility of its larger counterpart — in a more lightweight and maneuverable form.

Perfect for chopping onions, slicing vegetables, dicing fruit, or mincing herbs, this all-purpose knife excels in quick, precise prep work. Its compact size makes it especially comfortable for smaller hands or anyone who prefers a more nimble blade. 🧄🍅

Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, each knife reflects the timeless artistry and exceptional sharpness that define Shun’s legendary craftsmanship.

💎 Superior Materials & Handcrafted Excellence

Every Shun Classic knife is meticulously made by master artisans using centuries-old Japanese techniques paired with cutting-edge technology. ⚔️

• ⚙️ VG-MAX Steel Core – Proprietary high-carbon steel enriched with cobalt and vanadium for exceptional hardness and edge retention.

• 🌊 32-Layer Damascus Cladding – Reduces friction, resists corrosion, and reveals Shun’s iconic rippled finish.

• 🌲 Ebony PakkaWood® Handle – Water-resistant, comfortable, and perfectly balanced for long-term use.

• ✨ 16° Double-Bevel Edge – Ultra-sharp and precision-honed for clean, effortless cuts.

• ♾️ Lifetime Warranty – Backed by Shun’s free professional sharpening service for lasting performance.

🌸 The Shun Classic Series – Where Art Meets Function

The Shun Classic Series represents the ultimate harmony of Japanese artistry and modern performance. Each blade undergoes over 100 handcrafted steps, creating a knife that is both breathtakingly beautiful and remarkably effective. 🌿

The elegant Damascus pattern — known as suminagashi or “ink pattern” — is more than aesthetic; it enhances cutting fluidity and minimizes food sticking.

🏆 About Shun Cutlery

In Japanese, “Shun” (旬) means “at the peak of perfection.” For over a century, Shun, a division of the Kai Corporation, has handcrafted kitchen knives in Seki City, Japan, the legendary birthplace of samurai swordsmiths. ⚔️

Each knife combines traditional craftsmanship, modern materials, and artistic design — creating tools that are as beautiful as they are functional.

Explore the complete Shun Classic Collection at J.L. Hufford, where Japanese precision meets culinary perfection. 🍱

✅ 5.5″ Santoku Knife | 💎 VG-MAX Steel | 🌊 32-Layer Damascus | 🌲 PakkaWood Handle | Handcrafted in Japan | ♾️ Lifetime Warranty

Use and Care

Proper Cutting Techniques: Shun Cutlery is designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion, never in a "chopping" manner. When you cut, always push forward and down, and pull back toward your body to retain your blade's edge. Repeat this motion as you cut. Always pay close attention to your fingers to prevent injury. 

Cleaning: A Shun knife is a fantastic investment for your kitchen, so properly washing your knife is essential. Always hand wash Shun knives with gentle dish soap and a non-abrasive brush. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts or bleach as they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately after washing. Do no drag the edge of the knife on the towel as it can cut through and cause injury. Always blot dry the cutting edge. 

Proper Knife Storage: Knives have to be stored in a safe place to protect the cutting edge and guarding against injuries. There are some options for storing your knives. Magnetic knife bars are convenient and safe for chefs who want to be able to view their blades and easily access then. They attach to the wall and firmly hold knives in place.  A wooden knife block is the best way to store knives on the counter. The size of the block varies with the number of knives to be store. Most Zwilling J.A. Henckels blocks also have a slot for a honing steel and kitchen shears. 

Cutting Surfaces: The cutting surface you use makes a big difference in keeping your knives sharp. A cutting boards with good quality will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Soft woods such as hinoki, wooden, or bamboo cutting boards, and quality polyethylene boards. Avoid surfaces that can dull or damage the knife such as china, marble, granite, tile, Formica, porcelain, stainless counter tops and glass; these surfaces can be very hard on your knives. Remember, all cutting boards and surfaces should be cleaned thoroughly immediately after use to avoid harmful bacteria growth.

Honing and Sharpening: Regular honing is necessary to maintain the a sharp cutting edge. Weekly honing will significantly extend the time between sharpening. For sharpening, it is recommended to use a whetstone, or send knives in Kai USA Ltd for a free sharpening service. Shun brand products are sold by Kai USA Ltd. and are backed by a Limited Warranty against manufacturing defects. In addition to supporting their products through this warranty, Shun will sharpen any Shun knife for free for the lifetime of the owner. The knife owner pays for shipping and processing and Shun experts will sharpen the knife for free. Sharpening is done in Shun's Tualatin, Oregon facility, using the same horizontal sharpening wheel to put the original edge back on Shun knife. Called a hiromai, this sharpening wheel, and the skills of knife experts ensure a Shun-sharp edge every time.

Warranty

Unless otherwise stated here, Shun cutlery from Kai USA Ltd. carries a limited warranty for the lifetime of the owner. Shun guarantees their cutlery will perform as advertised when properly used and maintained, and is free of manufacturing defects in material and construction. The Limited Lifetime Warranty is non-transferable and does not extend to normal signs of wear, rust, damage or breakage due to improper maintenance, accidents, loss or theft. Any product we determine to be defective will be repaired or replaced solely at Shun's discretion. To receive warranty repair or replacement, the owner must send the product to be evaluated by Kai USA Warranty Services in their Tualatin, Oregon headquarters. In addition to the provisions of this warranty, the owner may also have other rights that can vary by state. No other warranties are implied or expressed other than what is specifically stated here. If you have a warranty concern, please do not return your knife to the place of purchase. 

Wood Accessories 90-Day Warranty

Shun's wood accessories are made of natural materials that will show wear over time. This is not a defect. Shun's 90-Day Warranty protect you against original manufacturing defects, but not natural wear. Please visit Shun's website for warranty details.