NSF approved for professional use. Traditional Japanese styling. Lifetime Warranty. Although a bit intimidating at first, this 8-inch chef's knife from the fabulous Shun Elite collection will soon become a favorite for everyday chopping, mincing, and slicing. The blade is so sharp it practically melts through even the toughest winter squash. Like all Elite knives, this one features a sleek black PakkaWood handle, made of a hardwood-resin fusion, which showcases an inlaid traditional Japanese emblem and fine rings of copper and brass near the bolster. A distinctive flourish, called a "hamon," along the edge of the blade recalls the samurai swords once made in Seki City, Japan, where Shun Elites are handcrafted. Any chef would feel honored to receive this exceptional, gift-boxed knife. Shun Elite knives stand out for their incredible sharpness, sharper even than Shun Classics, thanks to the newest powdered steel alloy known as SG-2. The process used to make SG-2 results in a fine-grained, very dense blend of ingredients that creates a smooth-as-silk knife edge. Shun edges are formed to an unusually keen 16 degree angle, which is one reason they're so prized among chefs who value uniformly thin slices, a necessity in Japanese cuisine. Covered by a lifetime warranty, Shun Elite knives should be washed and dried-carefully-by hand, and stored when possible in a wooden block to protect the blade. -Ann Bieri.

Its protective bolster and rocking edge are ideal for heavy-duty kitchen chores, and its broad blade is impervious to corrosion. The piece coordinates with the line's paring, utility, and santoku knives, and a 9-1/2-inch version is also available. Like other TWIN Cermax M66 pieces, this knife should always be washed and dried by hand. J. A. Henckels includes a lifetime warranty. -Emily Bedard From the Manufacturer TWIN® Cermax M66 fulfills every knife lovers' dream. Special MicroCarbide Powder Steel ensures that the blade is as sharp as a scalpel and exceptionally hard. (The Cermax line measures 66 in the Rockwell Hardness Test. ) The ergonomic handle is made from the latest, state-of-the-art technology and materials suggested by top Japanese Iron Chef, Rokusaburo Michiba. TWIN® Cermax M66 knives are crafted in Japan and are complemented with an attractive gift box. A Different Standard in Blade Construction: Traditional steel can have uneven carbides of varying size, but TWIN® Cermax M66 blades are constructed with a core of special MC66 Steel (MicroCarbide) powder steel. This special steel is even with refined carbides and is developed by atomizing molten steel into micro powder, then compacting it under high pressure. The result is a hardness of 66 Rockwell and a sharper cutting edge. The MC66 core is covered by innovative CLAD material which protects the extremely hard core, thus minimizing any chance of corrosion or breakage. The cutting edge is exceptionally sharp due to the Asian edge angle and the hand honing process. It's All in The Grip: The revolutionary 3-rivet, full tang, Micarta handles are made from linen and synthetic resin compounded by pressure and heat. Micarta's distinguishing features are the elegant, wood-like appearance and smooth finish. These perfect ergonomic handles have been developed in cooperation with top Japanese Iron Chef, Rokusaburo Michiba. A top quality end cap features the Zwilling J. A. Henckels logo, which is world renown as a symbol of quality. Features: Clad Metal: MC66 steel core is a high carbon steel covered with a high-corrosion resistant steel. MC66 Steel (MicroCarbide Steel): Powder metal steel; molten steel is atomized into micro powder and compacted under high pressure allowing for the incredible hardness of 66 Rockwell. MC66 Steel Edge: Due to the stability of the cutting edge and Asian edge angle, it is sharper and stays sharper longer. Hand-honed: For razor sharp cutting edge. 3-Rivet, Full Tang Handle with Metal End Cap featuring Zwilling J. A. Henckels logo Ergonomic Handle: For tireless cutting and safety. Micarta Handle: New material made from linen and resin compound by pressure and heat creates an elegant wood-like appearance. Full Warranty: J. A. Henckels stands behind all its knives Cleaning Tips: Always clean TWIN® Cermax M66 knives by hand, never in the dishwasher. Sharpening Tips: To sharpen, please use a sharpening stone such as TWIN® Stone Pro or a J. A. Henckels Diamond Steel.

Like other cutlery in the series, it's hand-forged from a single piece of stainless steel for maximum strength; the hand-polished blade is exactingly calibrated to be hard enough to resist dulling yet soft enough to take a keen edge when it's honed or sharpened. Dishwasher-safe and with a traditionally shaped, ergonomically designed handle that is triple-riveted for durability, this knife brings a guaranteed lifetime of low-maintenance cutting to any cook who owns it. -Arthur Boehm.

As individual as your fingerprint. The solid stainless steel bolster adds to the sturdiness, durability and balance of the knife. With over 135 years of experience, our Boker craftsmen hand select matching Amboina burlwood pieces and hand-fit them to the full tang blade. The black fiber linings guarantee a dense and seamless fit of the wood between the bolsters and the tang. Over 20 skillful and lengthy hand operations of grinding, buffing and sharpening makes each piece a work of art. Our Yadama gourmet knives are known for their stunning, unmatched sharpness. Be careful. Each knife comes in an attractive gift box with a certificate of authenticity. Overall length 7 7/10". Blade length 3 1/2".

The piece coordinates with the line's paring, utility, and santoku knives, and an 8-inch version is also available. Like other TWIN Cermax M66 pieces, this knife should always be washed and dried by hand. J. A. Henckels includes a lifetime warranty. -Emily Bedard From the Manufacturer TWIN® Cermax M66 fulfills every knife lovers' dream. Special MicroCarbide Powder Steel ensures that the blade is as sharp as a scalpel and exceptionally hard. (The Cermax line measures 66 in the Rockwell Hardness Test. ) The ergonomic handle is made from the latest, state-of-the-art technology and materials suggested by top Japanese Iron Chef, Rokusaburo Michiba. TWIN® Cermax M66 knives are crafted in Japan and are complemented with an attractive gift box. A Different Standard in Blade Construction: Traditional steel can have uneven carbides of varying size, but TWIN® Cermax M66 blades are constructed with a core of special MC66 Steel (MicroCarbide) powder steel. This special steel is even with refined carbides and is developed by atomizing molten steel into micro powder, then compacting it under high pressure. The result is a hardness of 66 Rockwell and a sharper cutting edge. The MC66 core is covered by innovative CLAD material which protects the extremely hard core, thus minimizing any chance of corrosion or breakage. The cutting edge is exceptionally sharp due to the Asian edge angle and the hand honing process. It's All in The Grip: The revolutionary 3-rivet, full tang, Micarta handles are made from linen and synthetic resin compounded by pressure and heat. Micarta's distinguishing features are the elegant, wood-like appearance and smooth finish. These perfect ergonomic handles have been developed in cooperation with top Japanese Iron Chef, Rokusaburo Michiba. A top quality end cap features the Zwilling J. A. Henckels logo, which is world renown as a symbol of quality. Features: Clad Metal: MC66 steel core is a high carbon steel covered with a high-corrosion resistant steel. MC66 Steel (MicroCarbide Steel): Powder metal steel; molten steel is atomized into micro powder and compacted under high pressure allowing for the incredible hardness of 66 Rockwell. MC66 Steel Edge: Due to the stability of the cutting edge and Asian edge angle, it is sharper and stays sharper longer. Hand-honed: For razor sharp cutting edge. 3-Rivet, Full Tang Handle with Metal End Cap featuring Zwilling J. A. Henckels logo Ergonomic Handle: For tireless cutting and safety. Micarta Handle: New material made from linen and resin compound by pressure and heat creates an elegant wood-like appearance. Full Warranty: J. A. Henckels stands behind all its knives Cleaning Tips: Always clean TWIN® Cermax M66 knives by hand, never in the dishwasher. Sharpening Tips: To sharpen, please use a sharpening stone such as TWIN® Stone Pro or a J. A. Henckels Diamond Steel.