Buy Shun Classic 8-Inch Offset Bread KnifeShun Classic 8-Inch Offset Bread Knife Product Description:
- 8-inch serrated bread knife with offset stainless-steel bolster
- Precision-forged in Japan by renowned blade manufacturer KAI
- Blade with 33 layers of stainless steel for a rust-free Damascus look
- Comfortable D-shaped Pakkawood handle; steel end-cap; washing by hand recommended
- Measures approximately 15-1/2 by 3 by 1 inches; limited lifetime warranty
Product Description
A convenient addition to any cutlery collection, this user-friendly bread knife by Shun Classic features a serrated blade that measures 8 inches long. Use the knife to effortlessly slice anything from rustic artisan breads and baguettes to dessert items like angel food cake or chocolate tart. The knife creates clean cuts with no tearing or crushing of food to worry about. Even more, its offset stainless-steel bolster keeps knuckles safe and allows for enhanced comfort and control. Overall, the offset bread knife measures approximately 15-1/2 by 3 by 1 inches.
Like other knives in Shun's Classic collection, the knife comes precision-forged in Japan by renowned blade manufacturer KAI. Its eye-catching beauty starts with a VG-10 stainless-steel blade, which features 16 layers of SUS410 high-carbon stainless steel on each side, producing a 33 layered Damascus look, but without the rusting problems associated with Damascus. The Damascus detailing not only enhances the knife's aesthetic appeal, but it also prevents morsels from sticking and helps maintain the integrity of food when slicing. The knife's sleek good looks continue on into its handle. Offering a D-shaped design, the unique ebony Pakkawood handle consists of a fused blend of hardwood veneers and resin to exceptionally noteworthy results. Its steel end-cap offers an attractive finishing touch, and the knife carries a limited lifetime warranty. Though dishwasher-safe, Shun recommends washing the knife by hand for best results.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
A knife that pleases all
By Mitchell C. Green
This is an excellent knife and complements a number of other knives I have extremely well.It cuts with a degree of precision that I have just not found with other bread knives (and I have used most of the well-known brands) which can sometimes be too flimsy and move around when cutting bread with a hard crust such as a good sour-dough loaf or they are too thick or become blunt too easily. Also being offset has distinct advantages particularly in not hitting your knuckles when slicing.This knife is one of the workhorses in my cooking exploits and having a reliable knife that cuts consistently across many bread/cakes types is really helpful whether it is a hard crust loaf as mentioned above or it is a cake I am slicing horizontally to fill with fresh cream and fruit this knife is always a delight to use.Even my wife who is not particularly interested in knifes and cooking loves to use this knife and have said on more than one occasion that this is the best knife we own.Simply it is a delight to use and has that added advantage of being beautiful to look at as well as being part of the truly excellent Shun knife range.If I had to limit myself to three knives then this would certainly be one of the three (fortunately I don't).Highly recommended!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
I love it but that comes with its faults
By Chef Lynn
This is a wonderful knife and it is one of my three primary prep and line knifes, however it has its draw backs.Pros: -Great steel -Great look -Holds an edge wellCons: -Almost too heavy, a little cumbersome -Feels akward -Not well balanced -Hard to sharpenI would recommend this knife but i would do so with caution because it take s some time to get use to the way it handles. Although most offset knifes take some time to get use too. I dont know what i would do with out it but it is out of love that i can point out its faults.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Elegance and Efficiency
By Jonathan Sage
This knife is an excellent tool. It looks stunning, and does exactly what it's supposed to. I've tried bread knives that aren't offset, and dislike them because your hand always hits the board before you've cut all the way through. With an offset knife this isn't a problem plus you can cut faster because you don't have to worry about your hand getting in the way. Shun makes excellent knives and this is no exception.
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