Shun Premier Essential 7-Piece Block Set

• 7-Piece block set; includes 4-inch paring knife, 6-1/2-inch utility knife, 8-inch chef's knife, 9-inch bread knife, honing steel, kitchen shears and knife block
• Knives feature layered Damascus steel with a striking, hand-hammered finish known as 'Tsuchime' in Japanese
• Knives feature hand-hammered finish reducing drag when cutting, keeping foods from sticking to the blade of the knives
• Premium pakkawood handle nestles comfortably into the curves of the palm and allows for a variety of comfortable and secure grips
• Knives are dishwasher safe; hand washing and air drying recommended; wipe block with damp cloth, air dry; limited lifetime warranty

A great starter set for anyone setting up a first-time kitchen, this seven-piece block set provides an array of useful everyday knives. The collection consists of a 4-inch paring knife, a 6-1/2-inch utility knife, an 8-inch chef's knife, and a 9-inch bread knife, as well as a honing steel, a pair of kitchen shears, and a knife block to keep everything neatly organized. Overall, the knife set measures 14-3/5 by 5 by 12 inches. As part of Shun's Premier line, the each knife features a VG10 steel blade, clad with 32 layers of stainless Damascus, then beveled for lateral stability and incredible precision. The hand-hammered finish not only adds intriguing visual appeal, but it also creates a hollow-ground surface, which reduces knife-drag when