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Tojiro
$139.00
Professional Chef Knife - Flagship Model
91 opinions
84 positive0 neutral7 negative
Shun
Classic 8" Chef's Knife
50.7/100
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Best set of knives that will last
The very first knife I ever bought was a Shun Classic 8" Chef's Knife. 20 years later we're still best friends. I never soak it, put it in the dishwasher, or have food particals on it for very long. I also sharpen it every other month or so (when in use). No rust has ever formed. My suggestion would
...Nemo_Ollumi360 in r/cookingforbeginners
July 14, 2025 at 4:49 AM
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What’s your favorite chef’s knife?
I used to use a classic 8" chef's knife. I still own it. A very high end one that I bought around 1980. But around 10 years ago I got a decent Santoku, also 8". The Shun. It's my main go-to now. I keep them all sharp with whetstones like you describe. I will say that somebody gifted me a Nakiri a ye
...Butforthegrace01 in r/Cooking
July 19, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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Do you have a favorite knife, and why ?
My favorite is my Shun Classic 8" chef's knife, it's so lightweight and wicked sharp. I had a learning curve where I cut myself a few times because I wasn't used to such a light, sharp knife. It seems to maintain its sharpness and edge way longer than my other knives. The hardwood handle and Damascu
...Dusty_Old_McCormick in r/Cooking
July 24, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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