• Considered to be one of the “essential” kitchen knives, this is the blade of a Japanese Master Chef!
• Dual stainless steel Damascus Layered Blade - A first of it's kind anywhere in the world!
• Extremely durable, use for nearly all kitchen jobs
• Handcrafted high quality, dual layered stainelss steel
• Razor sharp cutting edge
• Ergonomic and beautiful Pakkawood handle design
• Shun Lifetime warranty

Shun Dual Core 8" Kiritsuke Knife (VG0017M)

The Blade of Masters — Precision, Balance & Japanese Perfection

The Shun Dual Core 8" Kiritsuke Knife embodies the pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship. Revered in Japan as the master chef’s knife, the kiritsuke combines the versatility of a chef’s knife with the finesse of a slicing knife. Ideal for chopping, julienning, dicing vegetables, or portioning boneless proteins and fish, this blade glides effortlessly through ingredients with unmatched precision. 🥢

Featuring a slightly straighter edge, the kiritsuke excels at push cuts and clean slicing, making it a go-to knife for chefs seeking total control and artistry in every motion.

✨ About the Shun Dual Core Series

The Shun Dual Core Collection is a world-first innovation in knife design — combining two premium stainless steels (VG10 & VG2) in a stunning 71-layer Damascus construction. These micro-layers are roll-forged and hot-forged into a herringbone pattern, delivering an ultra-fine grain structure for exceptional strength, sharpness, and edge retention.

As the two steels naturally wear at different rates, the blade forms micro-serrations, keeping the edge sharper for longer. Etched laminations reduce drag and promote effortless food release, allowing each slice to glide cleanly through. ⚡

Each knife is completed with a traditional octagonal handle in rich ebony PakkaWood, offering a secure, balanced, and luxurious feel in the hand.

🔪 Key Features

• 🌀 Dual-layer VG10 & VG2 Damascus steel for long-lasting sharpness and strength

• 🪶 Lightweight, thin blade minimizes resistance and boosts control

• 🌾 Herringbone pattern showcases craftsmanship and reduces drag

• 🖤 Octagonal ebony PakkaWood handle for comfort and precision grip

• Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, home of legendary swordsmiths

🌸 About Shun

The name “Shun” (旬) translates to at the peak of perfection—a philosophy reflected in every blade they forge. Crafted in Seki City, Japan, the heart of samurai swordmaking for over a century, each Shun knife passes through more than 100 meticulous steps, merging ancient tradition with cutting-edge innovation.

The result? Functional works of art that honor the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship while elevating your culinary experience to perfection. 🍣

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.