Features:

  • Shun Classic Vegetable Cleaver has a 7” wide, square blade, ideal for vegetable preparation; razor-sharp edge perfect for slicing while flat surface of blade is utilized for crushing garlic cloves
  • The Shun Vegetable Cleaver has a solid feel, yet offers nimble execution of slicing and dicing; powerful enough to handle cabbage and precise enough for smaller ingredients
  • VG-MAX steel cutting core is a proprietary Shun formula, an innovative upgrade from the VG10 version, with increases of cobalt, chromium, carbon and tungsten, to create the Shun “super steel”
  • The D-shaped handle is made of ebony PakkaWood, a genuine hardwood infused with resin, producing a water resistant and durable handle, perfect for constant use and easy cleaning
  • Shun Classic 7-inch Vegetable Cleaver is a kitchen must-have and a perfect gift for cooks, grandparents, homeowners, entertainers, newlyweds, hostesses or to keep as a personal treat
Amazing!

The Cadillac of the kitchen. Workmanship is amazing, almost too nice to use. I'm a lefty, & the grip is shaped for right handers, but worked out well for me. This thing belongs in a picture frame, not a kitchen drawer. Well done!

This is a GREAT knife and a very good value

This is a GREAT knife and a very good value. Searched for a good buy on this particular knife and this is it! Very happy with this product.

Five Stars

A picture is worth a thousand words. This is raddish/ daikon by the way.

Extremely sharp and super precise cut

I am a Chinese, a Chinese vegi knife is all I need for all cutting tasks (except a heavy cleaver for chopping bones). I was looking for a replacement for the knife I bought 20 yrs ago in China. Shun is a great find. - Shape: Shun is very similar to a typical knife used in China. It is a little larger, much thinner and lighter than my old one. - Sharpness: It is EXTREMELY sharp. It is effortless to cut/slice vegis such as carrots and tomatoes. The edge is sharp from tip to the end. The entire length of the knife is useful. - thinness: Shun does not recommend it for tough veggies like butternut squash. I don't use it to smash garlic like how I typically do. Instead, I press the knife with my palm to crush the garlic. It has worked out well. - Cleaning: I follow the instruction: clean it with hot warm right away after use and dry it immediately. It is very easy. Before I made the purchase, I debated between Shun and Wusthof vegi cleaver. I own several Wusthof knives, and like them. Which one is better depends on how you cut veggies: - Japanese steel: harder, lighter and thinner, blade is 16 degree angle. Pros of Japanese steel: sharper, more precise cut; I have never given too much thought about precision before. However, once I have Shun, I find that I I am able to slice onions, cucumbers, etc in much thinner stripes. iI think that 16 degree angle definitely gives an edge to Shun over German knives if you care about precision. Con's: more brittle. - Germany steel: softer, thicker and heavier, blade is 20-25 degree angle. Pro's of Germany knifes: take more abuse, less prone to chipping; has more steel to handle sharpening I decide to give Shun a try because of its reputation. I am very happy with the knife, and enjoy using it everyday.

Love thse knives...

My favorite brand...slice and chop everything like butter

Butternut Squash, beware!

I saw a product review for this cleaver and knew I had to have it. Veggie-cutting and I have never gotten along, and now I'm on blood-thinners so it could be messy. No fear here -- the 7-inch blade keeps your anchoring hand way above the action and it is razor-sharp so makes short work of the hardest produce. The blade is large enough to use it as a bench-scraper too. Very handy for minced shallots, garlic, etc.

didn't know i needed one

until i got it. it's now a goto kitchen tool. amazing for chopping onions and other veggies. the weigh and sharpness make it effortless, and the big side profile is fantastic for scooping up things to toss in a pan. one thing worth noting: check your knife block. this is WIDE and will not fit in most folk's cleaver slots.

Very well-balanced and weighted.

Very easy to cut thin slice as it is well balanced. The handle is rather small compared to other cleavers, thou. However, it's is very well made and perfect for preparation of vegetables and fruits

My go to knife!!!!

I have used an inexpensive chinese cleaver for years. It was only $10.00 at Pier 1 when I bought it. I spent a lot of time on this decision because of the price. I have absolutely no regrets!!! I use this Shun cleaver nearly every day.If I could only have one kitchen knife this would be the one hands down. Dicing tomatoes without resharpening the blade; Thins slicing beef or chicken; onions to herbs this knife is wonderful. My trust Pier 1 cleaver now sits in the drawer after decades of faithful service.

Great knife...

Wow... excellent knife, a must

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