- Shun 3 1/2″ Vegetable Paring Knife.
- Blade core of high carbon VG-10, Japanese super steel known for edge retention;rockwell hardness rating of 60-61; Damascus look adds beauty as well as microscopic air pockets to reduce drag during slicing and reducing potential for rust
- 16-degree extreme cutting angle for superior sharpness; manufactured in Seki City Japan in the tradition of samurai sword making
- Ergonomically designed handles, with a guide for finger placement to reduce twisting while in use; Pakkawood resin-impregnated hardwood handles-NSF Certified for use in commercial kitchens
- Hand washing and drying recommended; limited lifetime warranty; made in Japan
Product Description
The razor sharp edge of our Shun Classic Vegetable Paring Knife slices its way through almost everything. Featuring the same VG-10, a hardened Japanese steel of all our Shun Classics, this knife has superior strength, f… More >>
#1 by V. Stokes on June 29, 2010 - 7:28 am
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I’m slowly replacing my old cheapo kitchen knives with quality. Once again..not disappointed in Shun. No..it doesn’t quite match the handles of the others I have..but in a way..that’s nice to be able to pluck it right out of the block. The balance is fine..and on a small knife like this the stainless ring at the end may have thrown that off.
More Shun will be purchased as funds are available.
Excellent packaging and quick shipping as well.
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by Cutting it Straight on June 29, 2010 - 9:43 am
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This little gem is worth it. Cooking is much more enjoyable with tools like this. Very sharp and keeps its edge.
Rating: 5 / 5
#3 by R. kalis on June 29, 2010 - 11:46 am
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I couldnt pass this knife up at $40.00.You dont see shun knifes at $40.00 very often.I also had space for an asian paring knife.First off right out of the box it is not as sharp as the miyabi knifes.But see no reason why it wont be with a little sharping.Its an attractive sleek looking knife.I havent used it a whole lot,but what I have used it for it performed like a champ.I think Im going to like this knife quiet a bit.If your considering buying this knife,its nicer when you get it.The pictures dont do it justice.It is a well refined knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
#4 by B. Speer on June 29, 2010 - 2:28 pm
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Bought one for me a week ago and another this morning for my brother. Among the best of the best in short knives made of VG-10 steel. Those layers do make the blade slide through material a little better too.
At $40 this is about the same price at German paring knives. VG-10 is better steel, perhaps the best available for kitchen and pocket knives today. Put VG-10 in Google and search for tests of its properties. Do not think it will take a sharper edge (?), it will hold it longer with care.
The handle is also nice with an triangle/ellipse kind of shape. Less likely to rotate in your hand when cutting through apples and other tougher materials. Wusthoff makes a $20 sharpener I also recommend. Wüsthof 2-Stage Knife Sharpener : reference my recommendation there.
All the Shun knives, have six, are superior IF you take care of them properly. Keep them sharp and never bump them against anything but what you cutting. Hand wash, hand dry, and keep in cutting block. If you are not inclined to serious care buy something cheaper. Not for children unless taught proper use and respect.
There are knives with better handles like Shun Ken Onion but all the Shun knives are top quality VG-10 steel. Just find the sizes and shapes that you like. Short paring, medium (7-8″) general purpose, and bread knife covers 95% of usage for me.
Rating: 5 / 5