Shun Classic Utility Knife - 6″

• Considered to be one of the most essential blades in any chef’s repertoire, this utility knife is the perfect tool for many jobs and will surely find a home in the hands of any chef, professional or amateur
• Handcrafted from high quality stainless steel
• Ultra-sharp, 16-degree double-beveled blade is easy to maintain
• Ergonomic and comfortable handle
• Made in Japan, Lifetime Warranty

Shun Classic 6″ Utility Knife – The Everyday Essential

The Shun Classic 6″ Utility Knife is one of the three must-have knives in any kitchen — joining the chef’s knife and paring knife as a culinary essential. Compact, agile, and exceptionally sharp, this versatile knife bridges the gap between large and small blades, making it perfect for precise slicing, trimming, and detail work. 🍅✨

Whether you’re cutting sandwiches, slicing meats, or prepping fruits and vegetables, the Classic Utility Knife delivers effortless precision and balance. Often called a “sandwich knife,” it’s ideal for cooks who prefer a lighter, more maneuverable blade without sacrificing power. ⚙️

💎 Crafted for Precision & Performance

Each Shun Classic knife is handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, where centuries of samurai swordmaking tradition meet modern innovation. 🇯🇵

• 🧱 VG-MAX Steel Core – Enhanced with cobalt and vanadium for strength, edge retention, and corrosion resistance.

• 🌊 Damascus Cladding (32 Layers) – A rippling Kasumi-style pattern minimizes friction and adds striking beauty.

• ⚔️ 16° Double-Bevel Edge – Razor-sharp precision that preserves food texture and flavor.

• 🌲 Ebony PakkaWood® Handle – Durable, waterproof, and ergonomically shaped for a secure, comfortable grip.

• 🧼 Easy to Maintain – Resistant to stains, bacteria, and wear.

🏆 Award-Winning Japanese Design

The Shun Classic Series combines traditional Japanese artistry with Western-style versatility — earning numerous Blade Magazine “Kitchen Knife of the Year” awards for its performance and beauty. Each knife undergoes over 100 meticulous steps by skilled artisans to ensure perfection. 🌸

• ✨ NSF Certified for professional kitchens

• ♾️ Lifetime Warranty & Free Sharpening Service (by Shun, USA)

• 🍳 Designed by Ken Onion and Alton Brown

🌸 About Shun Cutlery

In Japanese, “Shun” (旬) means “at the peak of perfection.” 🇯🇵 For more than a century, Shun, part of the Kai Corporation, has crafted premium kitchen knives that celebrate Japan’s long-standing swordsmithing heritage. Each blade represents a perfect harmony of form, function, and beauty — an heirloom-quality tool made to last a lifetime. ⚔️

✅ 6″ Utility 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.