The Shun Classic 2-Piece Starter Set includes the two essential knives every kitchen needs:

• Classic 8" Chef’s Knife – The all-purpose workhorse for slicing, dicing, and chopping.
• Classic 3.5" Paring Knife – Ideal for precision tasks like peeling, coring, and trimming.

Presented in a refined box, this set is ideal for storage or gift-giving—an elegant introduction to Shun’s legendary craftsmanship.

• Beautiful set includes the must-have knives to start your Shun collection
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for lightweight precision and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan