Japanese Damascus 8" Master Chef Knife

We've finally gotten our hands on the latest offering from Shun Cutlery — and it does not disappoint. If you're not familiar, the Kiritsuke is a Japanese master chef's knife, suited to meat and fish just as it is to thick root veggies. This particular Kiritsuke is a Damascus-clad blade, a full-tang piece with smooth, ebony Pakkawood handle. The 16° double-bevel edge is ideal for slicing, push cuts, and rocking cuts; with plenty of heft to portion proteins, but a tip precise enough for cleaning fugu fish.

Shun (rhymes with "moon") is a Japanese word for the precise moment of the year when a food is at the peak of its perfection. It is with this in mind that the company designs its knives and other cutlery. With a long history of forging metal, the Japanese brand has made good on its promise, and provides a collection that lets you perform at your peak.