• The perfect blade for the chef concerned with succulent cuts of meat, carve your food with unequaled precision
• Double beveled blade glides through meat with ease, leaving juices inside
• Handcrafted from high quality steel
• Razor sharp cutting edge
• Perfect when paired with a Shun Carving Fork
• Made in Japan, Lifetime Warranty

Shun Premier 9.5" Slicing Knife – Precision, Beauty, and Performance

Effortless Carving for Meats, Poultry, and More

Upgrade your kitchen cutlery with the Shun Premier 9.5" Slicing Knife, the ultimate tool for clean, precise slices of roasted meats, turkey, brisket, and more. Often referred to as a carving knife, this long, slender blade is engineered with a razor-sharp 16° cutting edge, allowing it to glide smoothly through meat without tearing, preserving every drop of juice and flavor.

Whether you’re preparing holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this knife delivers impeccable cuts every time. It’s also perfect for slicing vegetables thanks to its tsuchime hand-hammered finish, which reduces drag and minimizes food sticking. Pair it with a Shun Carving Fork for a complete carving set. Handcrafted in Japan with a lifetime warranty. Shun Item #: TDM0704.

Key Features & Benefits

🔪 Razor-Sharp VG-MAX Core Steel

• Crafted with a high-performance VG-MAX stainless steel core enhanced with cobalt, carbon, chromium, and vanadium for maximum strength, edge retention, and corrosion resistance.

• Rockwell hardness: 60–62, delivering superior durability and edge sharpness.

🌟 Tsuchime Finish – Beauty Meets Function

• The stunning tsuchime (hammered) finish not only reflects Shun’s dedication to Japanese craftsmanship but also creates tiny air pockets that prevent food from sticking to the blade.

⚖️ Optimal Cutting Angle

• Each blade is sharpened to a precise 16° double bevel, ensuring effortless slicing with minimal pressure—perfect for achieving restaurant-quality cuts at home.

🌲 PakkaWood Handle for Comfort & Hygiene

• The contoured PakkaWood® handle is water-resistant, extremely durable, and ergonomically designed for all-day comfort.

• Naturally antibacterial and NSF certified for food safety.

Award-Winning Craftsmanship

Shun has received multiple accolades including:

• Blade Magazine's Kitchen Knife of the Year

• Recognition for their Classic, Ken Onion, Premier, and Fuji series

• Designed by legendary knife makers like Ken Onion and Alton Brown

Each knife is a true work of art—handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, using techniques passed down through generations of swordsmiths.

Why Choose the Shun Premier Slicing Knife?

• 🏆 Award-winning quality and aesthetics

• ✨ Beautiful Damascus-style layering with 16 layers per side

• 🔪 Superior edge performance for clean, even slices

• 🔧 Lifetime sharpening service by Shun (just ship it in)

• 🥇 Backed by a limited lifetime warranty

About Shun Cutlery

The word “Shun” (pronounced “shoon”) means “at the peak of perfection,” and it reflects the company’s philosophy. Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in over 100 individual steps using traditional Japanese techniques and modern materials. Owned by Kai Corporation, Shun has been a global leader in cutlery for over a century.

✅ Perfect For:

• Carving roasts, briskets, and turkeys

• Entertaining and holiday cooking

• Chefs and serious home cooks who demand precision and elegance

Add the Shun Premier 9.5" Slicing Knife to your collection today and experience the perfect harmony of Japanese craftsmanship, cutting-edge technology, and timeless beauty.

SKU: TDM0704 | Category: Slicing & Carving Knives | Brand: Shun

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.