Originating from Japan’s century-old knife brand KAI Corporation, the Shun line represents the company’s most premium professional knife series.
Each Shun knife embodies the spirit of traditional samurai sword forging — fully hand-forged and sharpened by master craftsmen to achieve exceptional sharpness and precision.
Renowned for its refined craftsmanship, elegant aesthetics, and outstanding durability, Shun is highly praised by professional chefs and often referred to as “a work of art in the kitchen.”
This blend offers a perfect balance of hardness and corrosion resistance. The addition of cobalt and vanadium enhances wear resistance and edge retention.
With a hardness of ≈HRC 60–62, VG10 maintains a razor-sharp edge for extended use while remaining tough and durable.
Its high chromium content ensures superb corrosion resistance, making it ideal for humid or acidic kitchen environments.