Shun Cutlery Premier 9.5-inch Slicing Knife Hand-Sharpened, Damascus Cladding, Handcrafted in Japan

As a home cook who loves sharp knives, I recently purchased the Shun Premier Slicing Knife 9.5". Here's a breakdown of my experience, focusing on both the knife's strengths and a minor quality issue: Sharpening Dream: This Shun knife lives up to the hype! It's incredibly sharp and glides through vegetables, meat, and even bread with amazing ease. Slicing thin, even pieces is a breeze, making food prep a joy. Quality Construction: The Shun knife boasts high-quality materials. The VG-MAX steel core ensures a sharp edge, and the 68-layer Damascus cladding adds visual appeal and corrosion resistance. The Pakkawood handle is comfortable to hold and provides a good grip. While a 10-inch chef's knife is a workhorse in the kitchen, the 9.5-inch size of this slicing knife offers a good balance between maneuverability and slicing capability. While I wouldn't recommend chopping 50 cabbages in one go (your arms would thank you!), this 9.5-inch slicing knife is a versatile tool that can handle a variety of tasks. It's long enough for slicing chuck roast, brisket, and large vegetables like cabbage, but also maneuverable for chopping other ingredients. Minor Finishing Issue: While the overall quality is excellent, there was a minor finishing issue with my particular knife. The metal on the handle protruded slightly from the wood, creating a sharp edge. I was able to address this myself with some sharpening tools, but it wasn't something I expected at this price point. Worth the Investment (With a Caveat): A Joy to Use: In my experience, the Shun Premier Slicing Knife lives up to its reputation. The exceptional sharpness lets you glide through ingredients with ease. The well-balanced design and comfortable Pakkawood handle make it a pleasure to hold, even during extended use. However, the minor finishing issue on my knife makes me question the overall quality control. If you're willing to invest in a high-end knife and are comfortable with potentially minor imperfections, this could be a great choice. However, if you expect flawless finishing for the price tag, you might want to consider other options.

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Great knife! We’ve finally found a knife that will cut through meats like nothing! Very comfortable in my husbands big hands and my small hands! Beautiful too.

Asian style slicer, would be great for roast beef too. Double edged grind, very sharp as received and stays sharp for ages. The only down side is that the steel is very hard and could chip if miss handled. Beautiful workmanship all around, feel is excellent in the hand.