While the Shun brand is fairly young, only hitting the market officially in 2002, it has made waves in the culinary world.
In fact, the brand has won the
This is a collection that contains some of the brand’s best knives, and we’ll be taking a close look at them in this Shun Premier review.
If you’ve been looking to learn more about the specific characteristics of the blades in this line and whether or not they’re worth the investment, you’ve come to the right place.
Read on to learn more.
Pros:
- VG-Max core blades
- Beautiful Damascus finish on the blade
- Classy pakkawood handle
- Very sharp
- Light and easy to control
Cons:
- Fairly expensive
- Needs to be hand-washed
Key Features Of The Shun Premier Line
The Knives
While each of the individual Shun Premier knives is well-worth taking a close look at, we’ll be looking at them as a set today.
The full, 15-piece block set hosts a collection of blades to help you accomplish any kitchen prep job you can think of.
It has a 4” paring
All of these blades are well made, very sharp, and have an excellent finish, but we’ll get into those details a bit later.
The
As a set, this is one of the most complete and high-quality ones you can get your hands on.
And now that that’s done, it’s time to take a close look at the work that goes into making these blades.
Construction
All the blades are made with a tough VG-Max steel core and 34 layers of high-carbon stainless steel on each side.
This equates to a total of 68 layers of steel forged in the Damascus tradition.
The result of this construction is a collection of blades that look great, are incredibly tough, are razor-sharp, and will retain their edge for a long time.
The knives in this line were made using the Japanese Kasumi method that directly translates to mist.
This is because of the soft and “misty” exterior of the blade and the very tough core that make it very durable and sharp.
Design
As mentioned earlier, the
This is probably because of the finish of the Damascus steel blade.
On the upper half of the blades, you’ll notice a hammered Damascus finish, and towards the edge, you get a swirly Damascus pattern.
The finish on this blade is one of the main reasons it’s loved so much by chefs all over.
And on top of that, it comes with a beautiful Pakkawood handle with a dark finish and brass ring at the end that rounds off the classic look of Premier models.
Having that type of handle not only adds to the aesthetic but also allows you to grip the
This combination of functionality and style in their designs is just one of the reasons Shun is at the very top of the market right now and is loved by a bunch of different chefs all around the world.
The Edge
It’s no secret that these knives are on the more expensive side of things, which is why it’s about expected that they have sharp edges.
On top of the Damascus steel used in the blade, the edges are sharpened to a very precise 16 degrees.
For comparison, most Western chef
Because of the superior steel that Shun uses in their construction, they can sharpen the blades to a very sharp edge without worrying about it losing any durability.
Both of the sides are ground to 16-degrees, which means they are double-beveled.
Not only are these knives sharper and easier to use, but they can also be used by both right and left-handed chefs without any problem.
Overall Customer Reviews
Another thing to take into account when reviewing a
After searching for Shun Premier reviews on the internet, I found that most of the customers who bought knives in this line were very satisfied.
They were quick to praise how sharp the knives were right out of the box and how beautiful the box set looks with the wooden storage block and well-designed handles.
Some people complained that these were expensive, but considering the sheer quality of the blades, it’s worth the investment.
We give these knives a quick twirl and review, and then we pass them on to a few lucky home chefs!
Conclusion
The Shun Premier line is one of the best the brand has to offer.
That being said, it’s one of the more expensive ones on the market today.
So if you’re on a budget and not too keen on making a big investment, this may not be the one for you.
But if you’ve been looking for high-quality Damascus steel knives that are designed well and perform well, then the Premier line will suit your need very well.
So if you think that a Shun Premier
And before you know it, you’ll be slicing away in the kitchen like a true professional.
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Ryan Leavitt
Hi my name is Ryan Leavitt a Marine Corps Veteran and currently an over the road trucker (Long Haul). I am no expert chef but am enjoying preparing my own meals on the road and testing all the different knives.
We give these knives a quick twirl and review, and then we pass them on to a few lucky home chefs!
