Shun Classic Honesuki, 4.5-inch

A traditional, triangular Japanese boning knife with the stiffness needed for deboning meat and strength to snap through joint cartilage, the Shun Classic Honesuki is a reliable favorite for any chef. The 4.5-inch Honesuki delivers ultimate cutting control for slicing around the bones, joints and flesh of meat, poultry and fish. The Shun proprietary VG-MAX "super steel" core blade with 68 outer layers (34 per side) of stainless steel holds an incredibly sharp edge longer. Shun Premier knives are stain and rust resistant with a razor sharp beveled edge for superior cutting performance. The ebony PakkaWood handle is infused with a water resistant resin and contours to comfortably nestle in the hand. The beautiful Shun Premier Honesuki takes at least 100 handcrafted steps to complete and resembles hand-forged knives of ancient Japan.Shun (pronounced: Shoon) is Japanese for "at the peak of perfection." The preeminent blade manufacturer in Japan since 1908, Shun introduced its exquisitely styled and exceptionally sharp Japanese style knives to American kitchens in 2002. Compared to European and Western knives, the 4.5-inch Honesuki is less bulky with a thinner blade that reflects the knife maker's renowned craftsmanship and centuries old Japanese knife making traditions and creates thin, beautiful slices every time.Product Features• The honesuki is a traditional Japanese style boning knife with a triangular shape and stiffness needed for deboning meat• Blade deftly works around the bones, joints and flesh of meat, poultry and fish• Glides through joint cartilage and efficiently scores and trims; blade spine is ideal for scraping• Resembling ancient hand forged Japanese knives, the beautiful Shun Classic honesuki knife takes at least 100 handcrafted steps to complete• Forged VG-MAX Japanese steel cutting core with 68 layers (34 per side) of Damascus stainless steel• Hand sharpened 16 degree double beveled blade is razor-sharp• Handsome D-shaped ebony PakkaWood handle is infused with a water-resistant resin for long-lasting durability and firm grip• Full composite tang construction adds stability and balance• Stainless steel bolster and embossed end cap for ultimate durability• NSF approved*• Hand wash• Limited lifetime warranty*The National Sanitation Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit organization that employs stringent sanitation standards in evaluating food equipment for commercial use.