We have written many a blog now about knives.  The Western vs Eastern style of craftsmanship has been covered impeccably in the blog: Knife Buying Guide: German vs Japanese.  From Seki Japan, and for over 110 years in production, Shun knives has created blades that are unmatched in superiority and exquisiteness.  The superior shapes of Shun provide the textbook tool for the perfect cut.

The word translated to Sky in Japanese is Sora.  The Shun Sora 3.5” Paring Knife is a needed knife for every kitchen.  Fruits, vegetables, coring, peeling, to smaller tasks are performed easily and effortlessly with this VG10 san mai cutting edge.  Laser cuts, braze welding, and a beautiful wavy pattern reminiscent of the Japanese hamon lines of the swords of yesteryear, the Shun Sora paring knife should be the 1^st of many Shun products for any kitchen, cabin, or galley.  At less than $56, the Shun paring knife is worth purchasing another as a gift for the other culinary fan in your group.

Shun’s quality commitment to standards and tradition are exemplified in the Shun 4” Premiere Paring Knife.  The VG₁₀ cutting core has an amazing, sixteen degrees per side, stainless steel cladding!  A double-beveled blade, hand sharpened at an incredible 16 degrees, creates an unbeatable 32 degrees comprehensive!  This means it is tremendously tough! Carbon, chromium, cobalt, tungsten, molybdenum, and vanadium make this line of Super-Steel knives some of the best in the world today!

A lot of big words and exclamation points just shows how in love with this collection of Shun knives we truly are.  This Shun 4” Premiere Paring Knife is a serious steal at less than $156.  It’s a perfect size for all small to medium jobs throughout the kitchen.  Not just that is an awesome knife, but the looks of a Shun are simply gorgeous.  A contoured Walnut Pakkawood can’t be any more stylish.  Pakkawood is Shun’s own creation formulated of genuine hardwood with resins.  This ensures moisture resiliency, strength, and durability.

We can go on and on with the shapes of Shun knives and why they are so superior.  In fact, we will.  The Shun Kanso 7” Asian Utility Knife is used like a cleaver in Western culture.  Kanso means Simplicity in the Zen Philosophy.  And, when using this beautiful blade, the weight dispersion makes cutting meats a pure pleasure.  Heavy and harder jobs are a breeze.  Root veggies are sliced effortlessly.  Bones of chickens, pork, and even the dense, connective tissue of beef can be chopped through flawlessly.  And again, with the crazy Shun sale on now, this utility knife for all occasions listed at less than $175!

We believe that the Shun Dual Core 4.5” Honesuki Knife with Saya is the most elegant looking, beautifully crafted, boning knives in the world.  Canadians know how to fish. Walleye, Brook Trout, Northern Pike, Perch, Whitefish, to Fly fishing, “We The North” love to catch and eat fish.  We can’t help you catch em’, but we can do everything in the culinary world with em’!  This stunning knife is worth every dollar to a luck fisherman for less than $300.  Layered Damascus from two, first-class stainless steels was impossible: Until Shun! And the Saya (A Japanese Sheath) will protect it for decades.

Another great knife for the cabin this season is the Shun Kanso 6.5” Fillet Knife.  Like all Shun’s, this knife is a perfectly double beveled blade at 32 degrees comprehensive.  The “Iron Sword Wood” handle as some call it, is a true honor to hold.  Easy grip, and a full tang for less than $125 makes this knife a must-buy before they sellout.

Bread is like cutting the butter instead when using the Shun 9” Classic Bread Knife.  Graceful due to its lightweight construction, yet still razor-sharp, the Shun bread knife slice any and all breads as thin as paper with its “low frequency” serrations.  Crusty bread to pastries, all bread types are safe and secure with a Shun.  At only $187.95, you will be on your way to running your own boulangerie slicing your way to success through Sourdoughs.

And, if all these superior shapes of Shun impress you and your budget enough, now would be the time to invest in a Shun 8 Piece Premier Professional Block Set.  Originally $1,752, now only $1,124.95!  This stunning set includes:

• 8” Chef’s Knife
• 5” Santoku Knife
• 5” Utility Knife
• 9” Bread Knife
• 4” Paring Knife
• 5” Slicing Knife
• An 11 Slot Bamboo Block
• A Honing Steel

No need to explain all these knives.  With this sophisticated collection, chopping, slicing, dicing, and creating anything you wish is just a cut away.

Ensuring all these knives stay at their peak performance, Shun offers a Classic 3 Piece Sharpening System.  A combination Whetstone, along with a Honing Steel with a bamboo stand allows for a perfect 16 edge to be maintained. Remember, sharpening removes metal.  Honing merely “re-aligns” an edge.

A quick and precise way to sharpen your Shuns is the Shun Electric Knife Sharpener.  At less than $120, this is the best insurance you can obtain to preserve your Shun knives. 16 Cutting Angel guarantees a perfect blade.  Using this machine as a preventative measure is well recommended.  The Shun Electric Knife Sharpener will keep your Shuns sharp for a lifetime.

A quick and easy recipe to prove your knife skills a fish recipe.  We use Haddock in this one, but practice with your Shun knives on any fish (or protein you wish).

LEMON, HERB, AND ONION BAKED HADDOCK

Ingredients

One Pound Haddock or Favorite Fish (Skinned with a Shun)

2 Tablespoons Each: Chopped dill & onion, and melted butter

S&P to taste

Lemon (cut into slices using a Shun)

Directions

1) Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees F

2) Place aluminum foil on baking sheet

3) Combine butter & onion

4) Place fish on foil. Cover with butter n’ onions along with some S&P

5) Bake for about 10 minutes until flakey

6) Serve with chopped dill & lemon slices

SUPER EASY!

Try it out with chicken as well.  Lemons, onions, and butter never hurt anything.  Like we always say, there are so many incredible dishes from around the world.  Use your research and talent to create your own masterpiece using Shun Cutlery.