• Considered to be one of the “essential” kitchen knives, this paring knife is sure to become a staple amongst your cutlery collection
• light, compact blade
• extremely durable, use for precision cutting jobs
• handcrafted high quality steel
• razor sharp cutting edge
• ergonomic handle design
• lifetime warranty

Shun Classic Paring Knife – Precision in Your Palm

The Shun Classic Paring Knife is one of the three essential knives every kitchen needs — alongside the Chef’s Knife and Utility Knife. Compact, lightweight, and perfectly balanced, this small but mighty blade delivers unmatched precision for peeling, coring, trimming, and intricate garnishing. 🍋✨

Whether you’re mincing garlic, paring fruit, or creating delicate decorative cuts, the razor-sharp 16° double-bevel edge ensures clean, effortless slices every time. Handcrafted by master artisans in Seki City, Japan, this knife embodies centuries of Japanese blade-making tradition and modern innovation. 🇯🇵

💎 Exceptional Craftsmanship & Materials

• 🧱 VG-MAX Stainless Steel Core – Enriched with cobalt and vanadium for strength, corrosion resistance, and phenomenal edge retention (Rockwell 60–62).

• 🌊 Damascus-Clad Blade (32 Layers) – Features Shun’s signature Kasumi “ink pattern” finish, resembling rippling water for reduced drag and stunning visual appeal.

• 🌲 Ebony PakkaWood® Handle – Ergonomically designed, D-shaped, waterproof, and bacteria-resistant for comfort and hygiene.

• ⚙️ 16° Hand-Honed Edge – The perfect angle for precise, bruise-free cuts that retain food’s natural texture and flavor.

🏆 Award-Winning Japanese Design

The Shun Classic Series is celebrated worldwide for its performance and beauty — earning multiple Blade Magazine Kitchen Knife of the Year awards. Each knife is a true work of art, taking over 100 handcrafted steps from start to finish.

• ✨ NSF Certified for professional use

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

• 🍳 Designed by Ken Onion & Alton Brown

🌸 About Shun Cutlery

In Japanese, “Shun” (旬) means “at the peak of perfection.” For over a century, Shun has honored the ancient swordsmithing traditions of Seki City, Japan, combining artistry and advanced materials to create knives that are as beautiful as they are functional. Each blade reflects a balance of form, precision, and purpose — true to Japan’s legacy of craftsmanship. 🗡️

✅ 3.5" Paring Knife | 💎 VG-MAX Steel Core | 🌊 Damascus Finish | 🌲 PakkaWood Handle | Handcrafted in Seki City, 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.