Shun Classic Honesuki 4.5″

• A traditional Japanese knife for boning poultry
• Cleaning: Hand wash only and thoroughly dry afterward.
• Recommended Use: Boning, Trimming, and Scoring.
• Lifetime sharpening: You send it there, they sharpen.
• Handcrafted in Japan

Shun Classic 4.5″ Honesuki Knife – Precision Boning Made Easy

The Shun Classic 4.5″ Honesuki Knife is a traditional Japanese boning knife designed for precise, efficient meat preparation. Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, this razor-sharp blade gives you total control when maneuvering around bones and separating joints with surgical accuracy.

The Honesuki’s compact, triangular shape makes it perfect for breaking down poultry, trimming meats, and scoring fish. Its sharpened edge glides effortlessly through flesh and cartilage, while the spine can be used to scrape bones clean — minimizing waste and maximizing flavor. 🥩

Once you experience the performance and balance of the Shun Honesuki, it will quickly become your go-to boning knife for all your butchering needs. ✨

💎 Expertly Crafted with Shun’s Signature Technology

Every Shun Classic knife is a product of centuries-old Japanese craftsmanship, brought to life through modern innovation and exceptional materials. ⚙️

• 🔪 VG-MAX Steel Core – Shun’s exclusive, ultra-durable “super steel” that holds an incredibly sharp edge and resists corrosion.

• 🌊 32-Layer Damascus Cladding – Distinctive wave-like pattern minimizes drag and prevents food from sticking.

• 🌲 Ebony PakkaWood® Handle – Water-resistant, ergonomic, and designed for superior comfort and control.

• ⚔️ 16° Hand-Honed Double-Bevel Edge – Ensures clean, precise cuts and long-lasting sharpness.

• ♾️ Lifetime Warranty & Free Sharpening Service – Shun’s commitment to excellence, performance, and longevity.

🌸 The Shun Classic Series – A Fusion of Art & Performance

The Shun Classic Series offers the broadest range of Japanese and Western blade shapes, handcrafted to perfection. 🌿 Each blade showcases the stunning Damascus pattern, reminiscent of rippling water, symbolizing harmony and refinement.

The D-shaped handle fits naturally in your hand, reducing fatigue and improving stability for every cut — ideal for professionals and home chefs alike. ✨

🏆 About Shun Cutlery

In Japanese, “Shun” (旬) means “at the peak of perfection.” For more than 100 years, Shun, a division of the Kai Corporation, has crafted exquisite knives in Seki City, Japan — the birthplace of samurai swordmaking. ⚔️

Every Shun knife is meticulously handmade, blending traditional techniques with modern steel technology to produce culinary tools that are as stunning as they are functional. 🇯🇵

Elevate your kitchen with Shun Classic, where artistry meets precision. 🍱

✅ 4.5″ Boning Knife | 💎 VG-MAX Steel | 🌊 Damascus Finish | 🌲 PakkaWood Handle | ⚔️ Precision Japanese Design | 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.