• This special Fillet Knife will cleanly and safely remove skin and meat from your delicate fish
• Handcrafted from high quality, high carbon steel
• Razor sharp cutting edge allow for easy trimming of meat from the bone
• Ergonomic handle
• Made in Japan, Lifetime Warranty

Shun Classic 6″ Gokujo Boning & Fillet Knife – Supreme Precision

Experience unmatched control and sharpness with the Shun Classic 6″ Gokujo Boning & Fillet Knife, expertly handcrafted in Seki City, Japan — the legendary home of samurai swordsmithing.

“Gokujo” translates to “supreme” in Japanese, and this knife truly lives up to its name. Designed to perform the dual roles of boning and filleting, it allows you to separate meat from bone and slice fish with surgical precision, all in one elegant tool. 🐟🍖

Its narrow, curved blade glides smoothly along bones and under skin, minimizing waste while preserving the integrity of your cuts. The Shun Gokujo is one of the five essential knives every chef should own, ideal for anyone seeking professional results at home. 🍳✨

💎 Handcrafted Excellence & Superior Technology

Each Shun Classic knife is a masterpiece of Japanese craftsmanship — made through over 100 meticulous hand-finishing steps that merge beauty, balance, and unmatched performance.

• ⚙️ VG-MAX Steel Core – Shun’s proprietary “super steel” enriched with cobalt, carbon, and vanadium for exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance.

• 🌊 32-Layer Damascus Cladding – Creates a rippled pattern that enhances durability, reduces friction, and adds visual elegance.

• 🌲 Ebony PakkaWood® Handle – Water-resistant, smooth, and ergonomically shaped for comfort and control.

• ✨ 16° Hand-Honed Double-Bevel Edge – Razor-sharp, long-lasting precision for flawless filleting and boning.

• ♾️ Lifetime Warranty & Free Sharpening Service – Shun’s commitment to craftsmanship and performance for life.

🌸 The Shun Classic Series – Tradition Refined

The Shun Classic Series combines centuries-old Japanese blade-making artistry with advanced materials and contemporary design. Each knife features a beautiful Damascus pattern, reminiscent of ripples on water, symbolizing balance and purity. 🌿

The D-shaped handle provides a natural fit for right- or left-handed users, enhancing grip stability and precision during detailed cuts. Lightweight yet powerful, these knives redefine culinary craftsmanship. ✨

🏆 About Shun Cutlery

In Japanese, “Shun” (旬) means “at the peak of perfection.” For over a century, Shun, a proud division of the Kai Corporation, has handcrafted world-class knives in Seki City, Japan — where the spirit of samurai swordsmiths continues today. ⚔️

Each knife represents the ideal fusion of heritage, innovation, and performance, transforming meal prep into a fine art.

Explore the Shun Classic Collection at J.L. Hufford, where beauty and precision meet perfection. 🍱

✅ 6″ Boning & Fillet Knife | 💎 VG-MAX Steel | 🌊 Damascus Finish | 🌲 PakkaWood Handle | ⚔️ Supreme Japanese Craftsmanship | Handcrafted in Japan

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.