Utility Knives

A utility knife is the third member of the kitchen knife trifecta. In size, it's between a chef's knife and a paring knife, making it perfect for all those in-between tasks. For trimming green beans, broccoli, and other jobs where you need some precision, your utility knife is an excellent choice. Any time a paring knife seems like too little and a chef's knife too much, reach for a utility knife. The Shun Dual Core Utility Knife offers a razor-sharp 6" edge that is also perfect for slicing meats, cheeses, tomatoes, and more, which is why this style of knife is sometimes called a sandwich knife.

About the Shun Dual Core series: Until now, it was considered almost impossible to create layered Damascus from two premium-quality stainless steels. But what was impossible is now a reality—and Shun is proud to bring it to your kitchen. The Shun Dual Core series features a Damascus blade made from two premium-quality, high-carbon stainless steels. Seventy-one alternating micro layers of high carbon, high chromium VG10 and VG2 stainless steels are roll-forged to produce a finer grain in the steel and to give it both strength and beauty. The laminated steel is then hot forged to create the herringbone pattern that allows the layers to alternate along the cutting edge. During normal use, the two steels will wear at different rates creating micro serrations along the edge so that the Dual Core’s extremely sharp edge feels sharp longer. Etched laminations in the blade reduce drag, helping food release from the blade and gliding through each cut quickly and easily. Dual Core blades are thin, light, and strong. Traditional Japanese octagon-shaped handles in ebony PakkaWood provide a comfortable and secure grip to complete the look of these beautiful knives.

Specifications

• One of the top three must-have knives
• Dual core construction: 71 alternating micro-layers of stainless steel that extend all the way to the edge
• Steel: High-carbon, high-chromium VG10 and VG2 
• Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade (32° comprehensive)
• Rabbet tang
• Handle: Ebony PakkaWood
• Blade length: 6" (15.2 cm)
• Includes wooden saya (sheath; made in China)
• Handcrafted in Japan

Equipped with an ultrasharp scalloped blade, this multitalented knife cuts effortlessly through crusty breads, meats, cheeses and vegetables – making it the ultimate sandwich slicer. It's crafted by Japan's leading blade manufacturer for a lifetime of service in the kitchen.

• VG-MAX "super steel" blade is clad on each side with 34 microthin layers of stainless steel, creating a variegated look reminiscent of a Damascus-style blade.
• Sharp scalloped blade cuts cleanly and efficiently through a multitude of foods.
• Wide rounded tip is handy for spreading condiments.
• Durable PakkaWood handle resists moisture and has a D shape, to sit comfortably in the hand.
• This NSF-certified knife meets the high-level safety standards for professional kitchens.
• Handcrafted in Japan.

Give your kitchen an extra edge with this Wusthof Classic 4 1/2" forged multi prep hollow edge cook's knife with POM handle. This versatile knife can be used to complete almost any cutting kitchen task. It features a hollow edge with evenly spaced vertical indentations that create small air pockets between the blade and food in order to reduce friction and drag. Wusthof's best-selling line for generations, the Classic collection features a wide range of premium, forged cutlery with POM handles to meet a kitchen's every need.

All Wusthof Classic cutlery is forged in a 40-step process that begins with a single blank of high carbon stainless steel. Each piece of Classic cutlery features a full tang that is triple-riveted to the handle, offering the user precision-level control. They also feature a full bolster and finger guard for optimal, comfortable use. Each piece features a durable polyoxymethylene (POM) handle stickered with the red Trident logo. POM has a tighter molecular structure than many handle material options, which allows it to resist fading and discoloration. Wusthof's Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention, which helps keep your cutlery sharp and minimizes downtime spent honing and sharpening edges. Blades in the Classic collection have all been tempered to 58 degrees on the Rockwell scale.

• Multi-use knife can be used to complete almost any cutting kitchen task
• Hollow edge creates small air pockets between blade and food in order to reduce friction and drag
• Durable polyoxymethylene (POM) handle resists fading and discoloration
• Forged in a 40-step process that begins with a single blank of high carbon stainless steel
• Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention