What benefits does the scalloped edge provide for the Shun Premier Ultimate Utility Knife, 6"?

The Shun Premier Ultimate Utility Knife, 6" uses a scalloped edge to cut cleanly and efficiently through many foods, gliding through food without tearing. Cuts effortlessly through crusty breads, meats, cheeses and vegetables. Perfect for slicing sandwiches. The wide blade is also handy for spreading condiments.

What is the significance of the tsuchime finish for the Shun Premier Ultimate Utility Knife, 6"?

The tsuchime, or hand-hammered, finish helps reduce drag while cutting and helps food release more quickly from the blade. It is the collection’s striking hand-hammered finish. The hammered look evokes traditional hand-forged artistry.

What advantages does the PakkaWood handle offer for the Shun Premier Ultimate Utility Knife, 6"?

The walnut-finish PakkaWood handle has a two-position design that supports a trigger grip for pull cuts and a balanced pinch grip. Walnut-finish PakkaWood handle evokes traditional hand-forged artistry. Two-position shape provides a balance point for a pinch grip. A stainless-steel end cap adds stability, strength and weight distribution from end to end.

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Shun Premier Ultimate Utility Knife, 6"

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The Shun Premier Ultimate Utility Knife, 6" uses a scalloped edge to cut cleanly and efficiently through many foods, gliding through food without tearing.
- Cuts effortlessly through crusty breads, meats, cheeses and vegetables.
- Perfect for slicing sandwiches.
The wide blade is also handy for spreading condiments.
The tsuchime, or hand-hammered, finish helps reduce drag while cutting and helps food release more quickly from the blade.
- It is the collection’s striking hand-hammered finish.
- The hammered look evokes traditional hand-forged artistry.
The walnut-finish PakkaWood handle has a two-position design that supports a trigger grip for pull cuts and a balanced pinch grip.
- Walnut-finish PakkaWood handle evokes traditional hand-forged artistry.
- Two-position shape provides a balance point for a pinch grip.
A stainless-steel end cap adds stability, strength and weight distribution from end to end.