Batteries Included: 0
Binding: Kitchen
Brand: Shun
EAN: 4901601589559
Feature: 4-inch Japanese paring knife; ideal for peeling, paring, or chopping
Is Autographed: 0
Is Fragile: 0
Is Memorabilia: 0
Label: Shun
Manufacturer: Shun
Model: DM0716
Publisher: Shun
Studio: Shun
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Features
4-inch Japanese paring knife; ideal for peeling, paring, or chopping Precision-forged high-carbon stainless-steel blade; holds a razor-sharp edge Clad with16 layers of stainless steel to produce a rust-free Damascus look Durable D-shaped Pakkawood handle; comfortable offset steel bolster lifetime warranty; manufactured in Seki City, Japan

Accessories
Shun Classic 3-1/2-Inch Straight Vegetable Knife Shun 22-Slot Bamboo Knife Storage Block Shun Classic 9-Inch Bread Knife

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Spotlight customer reviews:

Customer Rating:

Summary: Amazing quality
Comment: Like a previous reviewer, I don't believe in a huge collection of various knives. I only user a 9" chef's knife, a bread knife, a long pairing knife (occasionally), and now - this amazing 4" Shun utility knife.

It feels great in my hand, is perfectly balanced, and its blade is so sharp it makes me think of a surgical blade. It's the knife that I reach for most often, and it's a pleasure every time. I've had it for about 6 months so far and don't feel the need to professionally sharpen it yet.

Customer Rating:

Summary: One knife does it all (or most of it)
Comment: I own three knives: a Shun 8" bread knife, a German 9" chef knife, and this one. This is only one of the three I seem to use day in and day out. It's incredibly sharp, incredibly comfortable to hold, and is the perfect utility piece. I see no need to own a knife block full of specialty blades you'll never use. If you're just starting your set, start with this one. Highly recommended.

Customer Rating:

Summary: The Best Paring Knife
Comment: I would share the accolades of other reviewers for Shun knives as not only being super sharp but also that they are tools of extreme beauty. The Damascus finish is distinctly eye pleasing and the handles are strikingly georgeous and functional. Despite the extreme price difference with the 3.5" paring knife, I purchased the 4" size because it offers that extra half inch that I need to thoroughly slice thru cucumbers, bell peppers and the like. Because of the thinness and Damascus finish that this knife possesses, cucumbers do not stick to this knife, making my task much faster.
I own other Shun knives and would highly recommend the Ken Onion designed 8" chefs knife. The combination of the Ken Onion and the 4" paring knife should fulfill 90% of your cutting needs. In fact, the 8" knife if so sharp that I use it to slice crusty breads.
If you would like to take your preparation experience to another level do yourself a favor and acquire a Shun. You will find, as I have, that your German knives will never again see the light of day.

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Editorial Reviews:
This 4-inch Paring Knife offers such precision and control, it will improve meal presentation and reduce waste. The sharp blade makes it effortless to peel even slippery foods like kiwi while leaving most of the fruit intact. The wavy, Damascus pattern allows the blade to glide through foods without sticking.