Shun Premiere knives combine a number of advanced elements to truly stand apart from the crowd. The core of the Premier blade is VG-Max steel which is supported by 34 layers of stainless steel on each side of the blade. The layering of steel on the blade creates a Damascus finish which is hammered for a breath taking finish! The VG-Max steel, hardened to 61 degrees Rockwell, creates the cutting edge of the blade. It is designed to handle being sharpened to a very narrow angle. It will hold its razor sharp edge requiring infrequent sharpening. The hand hammered finish reduces friction and keeps foods from sticking to the blade. The walnut PakkaWood handle is as comfortable as it is beautiful. The aesthetic of the Premier line catches your eye and the extraordinary performance seals the deal. The appearance is unmistakable, the performance unforgettable!
Shun Premiere knives combine a number of advanced elements to truly stand apart from the crowd. The core of the Premier blade is VG-Max steel which is supported by 34 layers of stainless steel on each side of the blade. The layering of steel on the blade creates a Damascus finish which is hammered for a breath taking finish! The VG-Max steel, hardened to 61 degrees Rockwell, creates the cutting edge of the blade. It is designed to handle being sharpened to a very narrow angle. It will hold its razor sharp edge requiring infrequent sharpening. The hand hammered finish reduces friction and keeps foods from sticking to the blade. The walnut PakkaWood handle is as comfortable as it is beautiful. The aesthetic of the Premier line catches your eye and the extraordinary performance seals the deal. The appearance is unmistakable, the performance unforgettable!
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The lowest price for Shun Premier 5.5in Santoku Knife right now is $242.00 at eBay.com.au, compared across 3 retailers.
The all-time low was $168.05 on 18 Mar 2026 — today's price is 44% above the lowest ever. It has been notably cheaper before — worth setting a price alert.
Prices last updated 8 June 2026.
Shun Premier 5.5in Santoku Knife
Shun Premiere knives combine a number of advanced elements to truly stand apart from the crowd. The core of the Premier blade is VG-Max steel which is supported by 34 layers of stainless steel on each side of the blade. The layering of steel on the blade creates a Damascus finish which is hammered for a breath taking finish! The VG-Max steel, hardened to 61 degrees Rockwell, creates the cutting edge of the blade. It is designed to handle being sharpened to a very narrow angle. It will hold its razor sharp edge requiring infrequent sharpening. The hand hammered finish reduces friction and keeps foods from sticking to the blade. The walnut PakkaWood handle is as comfortable as it is beautiful. The aesthetic of the Premier line catches your eye and the extraordinary performance seals the deal. The appearance is unmistakable, the performance unforgettable!
Shun Premiere knives combine a number of advanced elements to truly stand apart from the crowd. The core of the Premier blade is VG-Max steel which is supported by 34 layers of stainless steel on each side of the blade. The layering of steel on the blade creates a Damascus finish which is hammered for a breath taking finish! The VG-Max steel, hardened to 61 degrees Rockwell, creates the cutting edge of the blade. It is designed to handle being sharpened to a very narrow angle. It will hold its razor sharp edge requiring infrequent sharpening. The hand hammered finish reduces friction and keeps foods from sticking to the blade. The walnut PakkaWood handle is as comfortable as it is beautiful. The aesthetic of the Premier line catches your eye and the extraordinary performance seals the deal. The appearance is unmistakable, the performance unforgettable!
Last updated at 08/06/2026 10:00:00
Shun Premier 5.5" Santoku Knife, Handcrafted and Hand-Sharpened Japanese All Purpose Knife, VG-MAX Core with Damascus Stainless Steel Cladding,
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Kai Shun Premier Damascus Santoku Vegetable Knife 5.5 Inch Japanese
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Shun Premier 5.5" Santoku Knife | VG-MAX Damascus Steel, Walnut PakkaWood Handle | Premium Japanese Santoku
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originally posted on Sur La Table
I love my Santoku knife, it is beautiful and functions very well. But it is VERY fragile. I very slightly knocked against my very soft marble countertop and got a significant nick in the blade. That has never happened to me before with any of my other fine knives, of which I have several. About 20 minutes with a very fine whetstone cured the nick, but I am now quite cautious when I use it.
originally posted on williams-sonoma.com
We placed a few Shun Premier knives on our registry individually instead of a set because in speaking with one of the team member in a WS store we realized which knives would be best for our use.First off this knife will change your life. It is the sharpest and best knife I have ever used and makes every task a joyful experience. I used to find chopping, slicing and dicing chores. Turns out I just needed better knives.This knife we use for chopping harder vegetables in bulk and when both of us are chopping in the kitchen. The knife is as efficiently functional as it is pretty.Knife care is important: Immediately after using you hand wash the knife, dry it and place it back where you store it. We are choosing to use the WS knife plastic guards because our city ... MoreWe placed a few Shun Premier knives on our registry individually instead of a set because in speaking with one of the team member in a WS store we realized which knives would be best for our use.First off this knife will change your life. It is the sharpest and best knife I have ever used and makes every task a joyful experience. I used to find chopping, slicing and dicing chores. Turns out I just needed better knives.This knife we use for chopping harder vegetables in bulk and when both of us are chopping in the kitchen. The knife is as efficiently functional as it is pretty.Knife care is important: Immediately after using you hand wash the knife, dry it and place it back where you store it. We are choosing to use the WS knife plastic guards because our city apartment has limited counter space.
originally posted on Crate and Barrel
My husband and I recently bought this and we wish we could give it a 6 stars. The quality is superior and well worth the price. We love the blade hammered look and wavy design. The handle is a beautiful and ergonomic wood. Cuts through anything with ease. First Shun, won't be our last.
| Care instructions | hand wash |
| Dishwasher compatible | Yes |
| Assembly required | No |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Batteries required | No |
Shun Premier 5.5" Santoku Knife, Handcrafted and Hand-Sharpened Japanese All Purpose Knife, VG-MAX Core with Damascus Stainless Steel Cladding,
Free delivery
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
Kai Shun Premier Damascus Santoku Vegetable Knife 5.5 Inch Japanese
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Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
Shun Premier 5.5" Santoku Knife | VG-MAX Damascus Steel, Walnut PakkaWood Handle | Premium Japanese Santoku
Delivery $49.59
I love my Santoku knife, it is beautiful and functions very well. But it is VERY fragile. I very slightly knocked against my very soft marble countertop and got a significant nick in the blade. That has never happened to me before with any of my other fine knives, of which I have several. About 20 minutes with a very fine whetstone cured the nick, but I am now quite cautious when I use it.
We placed a few Shun Premier knives on our registry individually instead of a set because in speaking with one of the team member in a WS store we realized which knives would be best for our use.First off this knife will change your life. It is the sharpest and best knife I have ever used and makes every task a joyful experience. I used to find chopping, slicing and dicing chores. Turns out I just needed better knives.This knife we use for chopping harder vegetables in bulk and when both of us are chopping in the kitchen. The knife is as efficiently functional as it is pretty.Knife care is important: Immediately after using you hand wash the knife, dry it and place it back where you store it. We are choosing to use the WS knife plastic guards because our city ... MoreWe placed a few Shun Premier knives on our registry individually instead of a set because in speaking with one of the team member in a WS store we realized which knives would be best for our use.First off this knife will change your life. It is the sharpest and best knife I have ever used and makes every task a joyful experience. I used to find chopping, slicing and dicing chores. Turns out I just needed better knives.This knife we use for chopping harder vegetables in bulk and when both of us are chopping in the kitchen. The knife is as efficiently functional as it is pretty.Knife care is important: Immediately after using you hand wash the knife, dry it and place it back where you store it. We are choosing to use the WS knife plastic guards because our city apartment has limited counter space.
My husband and I recently bought this and we wish we could give it a 6 stars. The quality is superior and well worth the price. We love the blade hammered look and wavy design. The handle is a beautiful and ergonomic wood. Cuts through anything with ease. First Shun, won't be our last.
This is our first Shun knife and we are very impressed with the quality control and the overall quality of the product. Out of the box it is sharp enough to slice through a regular sheet of paper with minimal pressure, the blade needed no extra honing what so ever. As the blade is sharpened very thin, this knife must be used with a slicing motion rather than chopping, that is how many other inexperienced users reported chipped blades. Overall we have had this knife for over a month of weekly usage and it has outperformed many other similar knives we have from competitors. Highly recommended!
It has been a couple of decades since I had a higher end kitchen knife; I should not have waited so long! I really like the Santoku knife shape and use it as my go-to chef knife. This knife makes easy work of cutting and dicing and slicing- I can slice off paper thin slices of tomato, lemon garlic... all with ease. The handle is very comfortable me as I have average size hands. The weight feels feather light and (and I heard this to be true of Asian cutlery) it allows a bit of a relaxed grip but you still have full control. I also picked up the Nikkiri (sp) knife and it is very good as well. The Pakkawood handles are handsome and I believe they will be MUCH easier to keep up than my wood handled knives.
I have always loved Santoku blades for their range of everyday use, but this Shun blade is both highly useful as well as aesthetically attractive. The damascene blade is gorgeous and holds an edge well, and the hardwood handle adds to the knife’s beauty while making it easy to handle. Already have several Shun premier knives and plan to add to my collection.
The balance on this santoku is really good. However, it is slightly heavier than other santokus. If you want a traditional santoku that can only handle veggies and boneless meat you might want a lighter option. But, if you want a workhorse Chef's knife replacement, this is an EXCELLENT choice. Plus, don't overlook the steel. VG-Max at this price is an unbelievable value. The super thin profile of a Japanese knife means that the quality of the steel is essential. You can go with a cheaper steel and out of the box it will have the same great sharpness of a Japanese knife, but it will dull and possibly chip very quickly. But, the VG-Max on this knife is of such high quality that it will retain its edge for a very long time. There is a noticeable improvement in edge ... MoreThe balance on this santoku is really good. However, it is slightly heavier than other santokus. If you want a traditional santoku that can only handle veggies and boneless meat you might want a lighter option. But, if you want a workhorse Chef's knife replacement, this is an EXCELLENT choice. Plus, don't overlook the steel. VG-Max at this price is an unbelievable value. The super thin profile of a Japanese knife means that the quality of the steel is essential. You can go with a cheaper steel and out of the box it will have the same great sharpness of a Japanese knife, but it will dull and possibly chip very quickly. But, the VG-Max on this knife is of such high quality that it will retain its edge for a very long time. There is a noticeable improvement in edge retention over VG-10 and that is saying something. It is well worth the investment. Also, the handle ergonomics on this knife are unique. I love it because it fits my hand perfectly, but if you have smaller hands you may want to try the knife out in the store before buying. The location of the palm swale coupled with slightly more weight than a typical santoku could cause some hotspots for folks with smaller hands with heavy use. Finally, the hammered finish and cladding on the knife are truly beautiful. It is rare to find such exceptional utility with such a beautiful finish. It's a kitchen showpiece and a workhorse combined. I highly recommend it!
My new Shun knives are beautiful, functional and easy to hold. I will always reach for my Shun knives whether I'm slicing vegetables, cutting meat or slicing anything. My paring knife is perfect for peeling potatoes and other veggies.
My new favorite knife. Absolutely phenomenal knife.I have been putting off the purchase for a while. Wish I would have bought it much earlier.
This is the 2nd Shun knife I have owned and it’s absolutely amazing! These knives are very sharp and make your work in the kitchen so easy! With great tools such as these, there are also great responsibility to care for them, which is something I should add…if you wish to keep them forever and keep them performing to the degree you receive them, you MUST treat them with respect and care, or you will waste your hard earned money! You need to hone them and sharpen them correctly and always hand wash and dry and put away immediately after you use them. They are handmade, beautiful, and extremely top notch knives.I treat mine like gold and they have served me well for the 2 years I’ve had them! I LOVE my Shun knives! I believe great tools make all the difference in ... MoreThis is the 2nd Shun knife I have owned and it’s absolutely amazing! These knives are very sharp and make your work in the kitchen so easy! With great tools such as these, there are also great responsibility to care for them, which is something I should add…if you wish to keep them forever and keep them performing to the degree you receive them, you MUST treat them with respect and care, or you will waste your hard earned money! You need to hone them and sharpen them correctly and always hand wash and dry and put away immediately after you use them. They are handmade, beautiful, and extremely top notch knives.I treat mine like gold and they have served me well for the 2 years I’ve had them! I LOVE my Shun knives! I believe great tools make all the difference in the kitchen and I enjoy working with these!I also suggest getting the Shun manual sharpener and storing these on a magnetic holder, vs a knife block, so you don’t risk the chance of damaging the blades putting it in or taking it out if the slot in the block.Other than that, I can’t recommend these knives any higher than I do! They are so worth their price, but keep in mind, William Sonoma has them on sale often! That’s when I buy mine!
| Care instructions | hand wash |
| Dishwasher compatible | Yes |
| Assembly required | No |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Batteries required | No |
