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Shun Premier — Bread Knife VG-MAX Damascus 22.5cm Walnut PakkaWood Handle
AUD A$369.99
Hand-hammered tsuchime Damascus bread knife with VG-MAX core and walnut PakkaWood handle for premium bread service.
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Specs
- Blade Material
- VG-MAX Core / 68-Layer Damascus
- Handle Material
- Walnut PakkaWood
- Blade Length
- 22.5cm
- Total Length
- 35.5cm
- Weight
- 185g
- Edge
- Scalloped Serration
- Steel Hardness
- 61 HRC
- Blade Finish
- Tsuchime (Hand-Hammered)
Description
The Shun Premier bread knife combines a VG-MAX cutting core with 68 layers of Damascus cladding and a hand-hammered tsuchime finish that reduces friction during slicing. The 22.5cm scalloped blade handles every bread type from delicate pain de mie to heavily crusted country loaves. The walnut-coloured PakkaWood handle features a contoured D-shape grip for precise control.
The Artisan's Cut
The tsuchime dimples release each slice cleanly — no bread sticks, no drag, just the satisfying sound of crust yielding to Damascus steel as each piece falls away in perfect form. Whether you're serving a rustic sourdough at a dinner party or portioning sandwich loaves for the week, the Shun Premier transforms bread cutting from chore to craft.
Hammered by Hand in Seki
In Seki, Japan — where sword and knife making traditions span seven centuries — Shun's artisans hand-hammer each Premier blade to create the tsuchime texture that's both functional and beautiful. The VG-MAX core is proprietary to Shun, engineered to exceed VG-10 in edge retention and toughness, then clad in 68 alternating layers of Damascus for a pattern unique to every knife.
Looking After Your Blade
Keep your blade in top nick. Give it a rinse and dry after each use to stop corrosion. Every now and then, rub a thin coat of mineral oil along the blade. Sharpen with a whetstone or honing rod at a steady angle. Store it in a sheath, knife roll, or on a magnetic strip — never chucked loose in a drawer. For carbon and Damascus steel, give it a wipe after cutting acidic foods. For folding knives, clean out the pivot and pop a drop of lubricant in to keep it opening smoothly.
