Shun's Narukami knives feature the ultimate performance of a Hitachi Blue II carbon steel cutting core complemented with a layer of bead-blasted stainless steel on each side. Known as san mai, this traditional bead-blasting technique makes Narukami carbon steel knives easier to maintain and enables food to release more easily from the blade. The chef's knife is a true kitchen workhorse designed for comfort, ease of use and razor-sharp performance. Use it for everything from slicing meat and seafood to chopping fresh produce.

• Hitachi Blue II carbon steel cutting core is ground to scalpel-sharp cutting edge, offering excellent edge retention and toughness.
• Full-tang construction reinforces knife's strength, balance and durability.
• Riveted Micarta handles are durable, beautiful, lightweight and offer extremely comfortable grip.
• Handcrafted in Japan.