Kitchen utensils

Shun Classic Chef’s 8″ DM0706 review

Shun Classic Chef's 8" DM0706

CHOICE Expert Rating

83%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Excellent cutting performance; very little effort required to cut through tomato, carrot, onion, and meat
  • Felt well balanced
  • Smooth handle with neutral grip
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Handle has a slightly sharp seam that could be annoying

Type

Type
Chef's knife

Recommended products

Recommended
Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
83%
Cutting performance score
90%
Sharpness score
65%
Initial sharpness score
78%
Sharpness after blunting score
60%

Sustainability

Shop Ethical rating

Cost

Price
$379.00

Specifications

Blade material
VG-Max Damascus stainless steel
Size including handle (cm)
34.5
Weight (g)
206.9
Heel height cm
5
Rockwell hardness rating
Not stated
Warranty
Lifetime
Country of origin
Japan
Website
shunaustralia.com.au

Features

Forged or stamped blade
Forged
Handle shape
Straight
Handle material
PakkaWood
Handle feel
Smooth
Bolster
Half
Dishwasher safe
Accessories included
None

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