--- product_id: 290740978 title: "Shun Premier Grey 7\" Santoku Knife" brand: "shun" price: "3304 kr" currency: DKK in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Shun" url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/290740978-shun-premier-grey-7-santoku-knife store_origin: DK region: Denmark --- # Hammered Tsuchime finish for easy food release 7-inch razor-sharp blade 68-layer Damascus steel core Shun Premier Grey 7" Santoku Knife **Brand:** shun **Price:** 3304 kr **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”ͺ Elevate your kitchen game with a blade that’s as sharp as your ambition. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Shun Premier Grey 7" Santoku Knife by shun - **How much does it cost?** 3304 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/290740978-shun-premier-grey-7-santoku-knife) ## Best For - shun enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted shun brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Versatile Santoku Design:** Compact 7-inch blade with perfect belly curve for rocking cuts, ideal for all your kitchen tasks. - β€’ **Ergonomic Pakkawood Handle:** Moisture-resistant, contoured grip ensures comfort and precise control during extended prep sessions. - β€’ **Precision-Crafted Razor Edge:** VG-MAX core with a 16Β° blade angle delivers unmatched sharpness for effortless slicing. - β€’ **Artisan Damascus Steel Beauty:** 68 layers of stainless steel clad with a hammered finish combine durability with stunning aesthetics. - β€’ **Timeless Japanese Craftsmanship:** Hand-forged in Seki City by master artisans, blending tradition with modern performance. ## Overview The Shun Premier Grey 7" Santoku Knife is a professional-grade kitchen essential featuring a 7-inch VG-MAX steel core blade clad in 68 layers of stainless Damascus with a hammered Tsuchime finish. Designed for precision and versatility, its lightweight, ergonomic Pakkawood handle offers superior control and comfort. Handcrafted in Japan’s cutlery capital, this knife combines ancient artisan techniques with modern materials to deliver a corrosion-resistant, razor-sharp edge perfect for all your cutting needs. ## Description Add one of the most popular Asian-inspired cooking knives to your collection with the Shun Cutlery 7-inch Premier Grey Santoku Knife. Shorter than a standard chef’s knife, this professional kitchen knife is light, agile and easy to maneuver with just enough belly curve to enable rocking cuts. It's versatile enough to handle all the basic kitchen cutting tasks. The Premier Santoku Knife is constructed with Shun's proprietary VG-Max cutting core with 68 layers of stainless Damascus cladding for a strong, corrosion-resistant, stain-resistant, razor sharp 16-degree edge. The hammered TSUCHIME finish is beautiful and helps release food easily when cutting. The grey, contoured Pakkawood handle is comfortable to use and offers a secure grip with excellent control. In Japan, the blade is more than a tool – it's a tradition. Housed in Seki City, the heart of the Japanese cutlery industry, Shun Fine Cutlery is dedicated to maintaining this ancient tradition. Each knife is handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty. We also leverage modern, premium materials and state-of-the-art technology to provide Shun quality to millions of professional chefs and avid home cooks throughout the world. Review: Beautiful hammered look, well balanced - still loving it after 4.5 years - I bought this back around Christmas 2011 when it was on an desertcart holiday deal for $100. If you find it for that price nowadays, I'd pretty much try to yell through the computer screen at you to get it. :D At the current prices of ~$150 (depending on seller), I'd still say it's a good but not great value. Cost aside, it is a very nice knife. Aesthetically, the blade is simply exceptional. The polished hammered top half combined with the layered bottom half are beautiful. The pakkawood handle is also attractive, but I admit to not being as enamored with it as I was years ago. For some, the lighter weight may not be a preference, but it can be a real bonus when using this for a while because I think it helps prevent my arm and wrist from getting as tired as when I'm using my heavier knives. The build quality is outstanding. Of the four Shun knives that I've purchased, I've had one (a more expensive Reserve model) with an issue on the handle. Both of the Premier models that I bought (this and a paring knife) are perfectly made. The handle lines up just right with the blade, and there are no imperfections anywhere that I've noticed over years of use. Sharpness may go without saying, but I'll still say it :) - yep, it's sharp. It's not like cutting with this was a whole new experience for me. My less expensive Anolon knives are also pretty sharp - but I like using this knife more. Shun for me is more than just the functional value - it's the aesthetic value. It works great and looks great, and I like using it. There's something to be said for treating yourself or someone else now and again with a product that is just a cut above (sorry...no pun intended), and this is a knife that will stand out in most people's kitchen collection and make them feel good. I've attached some photos of this that hopefully convey some of the aesthetics. I think it's far more beautiful than the stock image here on desertcart conveys. Two big thumbs up from me for this knife. Review: Great quality - Very good quality knife. Very sharp. Cutting is amazing. 7 inch blade is perfect for most kitchen cutting work. ## Features - SANTOKU KNIFE: The Shun 7-inch Premier Grey Santoku knife is an Asian-inspired cooking knife that's a favorite among cooks for its ability to easily handle all the basic kitchen cutting tasks. - VERSATILE KNIFE: This kitchen knife is shorter than a standard chef's knife, light, agile and easy to maneuver with just enough belly curve for rocking cuts. - HIGH-QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Constructed from Shun's proprietary VG-MAX cutting core and clad in 68 layers of stainless Damascus with a hammered TUSCHIME finish, this knife is corrosion and stain resistant with a strong, razor-sharp edge. - BEAUTIFUL, DURABLE HANDLE: The grey, contoured Pakkawood handle resists moisture, is comfortable to use, and offers precise control. - TRADITIONAL, ARTISAN CUTLERY: Inspired by the traditions of ancient Japan, Shun knives are handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08WZ7PVRQ | | Best Sellers Rank | #66,847 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #28 in Santoku Knives | | Blade Color | Silver | | Blade Edge | Plain | | Blade Length | 7 Inches | | Blade Material | Alloy Steel | | Brand | Shun | | Color | Gray | | Construction Type | Full Tang | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,151) | | Date First Available | February 19, 2021 | | Handle Material | Pakkawood | | Is Dishwasher Safe | No | | Item Length | 7 Inches | | Item Weight | 10.4 ounces | | Item model number | TDM0702G | | Manufacturer | Kai | | Material | High Carbon Stainless Steel | | Size | 7" | ## Product Details - **Blade Edge:** Plain - **Blade Material:** Alloy Steel - **Brand:** Shun - **Color:** Gray - **Handle Material:** Pakkawood ## Images ![Shun Premier Grey 7" Santoku Knife - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/610xgjTmJ-L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful hammered look, well balanced - still loving it after 4.5 years *by A***D on July 10, 2015* I bought this back around Christmas 2011 when it was on an Amazon holiday deal for $100. If you find it for that price nowadays, I'd pretty much try to yell through the computer screen at you to get it. :D At the current prices of ~$150 (depending on seller), I'd still say it's a good but not great value. Cost aside, it is a very nice knife. Aesthetically, the blade is simply exceptional. The polished hammered top half combined with the layered bottom half are beautiful. The pakkawood handle is also attractive, but I admit to not being as enamored with it as I was years ago. For some, the lighter weight may not be a preference, but it can be a real bonus when using this for a while because I think it helps prevent my arm and wrist from getting as tired as when I'm using my heavier knives. The build quality is outstanding. Of the four Shun knives that I've purchased, I've had one (a more expensive Reserve model) with an issue on the handle. Both of the Premier models that I bought (this and a paring knife) are perfectly made. The handle lines up just right with the blade, and there are no imperfections anywhere that I've noticed over years of use. Sharpness may go without saying, but I'll still say it :) - yep, it's sharp. It's not like cutting with this was a whole new experience for me. My less expensive Anolon knives are also pretty sharp - but I like using this knife more. Shun for me is more than just the functional value - it's the aesthetic value. It works great and looks great, and I like using it. There's something to be said for treating yourself or someone else now and again with a product that is just a cut above (sorry...no pun intended), and this is a knife that will stand out in most people's kitchen collection and make them feel good. I've attached some photos of this that hopefully convey some of the aesthetics. I think it's far more beautiful than the stock image here on Amazon conveys. Two big thumbs up from me for this knife. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality *by A***L on January 17, 2026* Very good quality knife. Very sharp. Cutting is amazing. 7 inch blade is perfect for most kitchen cutting work. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic cutlery and a review of them... *by T***S on December 31, 2015* I have a fairly large collection of knives. These include a full set of Shun classics, this premier, Wusthof Trident set, Henckels Twin 4 Star II, Gunter Wilheim, and a full set of Chicago Cuttlery's top of the line (which really should not be mentioned with the knives above... not a shot.at Chicago, but they are a great knife for that price). The Premier is truly the finest of these knives. It is well balanced and comfortable to use and hold. It feel heavier than the classic Shun to me... but that may just be my mind playing tricks. This knife, if you want a.truly fine knife that you will likely pass down, this certainly fits the bill. That being said... I would urge anyone to hold this knife and the Classics. It is a different feel in the hand and you may prefer the Classics over this knife. Small hands may especially prefer the Classics. Do note that the premier is made of a different (better) steel with 34 layers/side. Close inspection will show those over the classic. It mentions that it is encased in Damscus steel. I do question that. I thought Damascus steel was quite rare to have anymore. Perhaps a derivative of the original most likely? Also note that the knives, while some of the finest production cutlery in the world, are not great at everything. For chopping and slicing most things, they excel and are the best. However, I go to a German knife (my Tridents) for cutting up things like a bird or near bones. For chopping things like brisket, you are better having something heavy and sharp like the Gunther. I prefer my twin 4 Star for slicing up beef, though I believe a Shun would be perfectly acceptable for this use. The issue comes in how the knives are meant to be used to cut. Where a German knife appreciates a "pushing down or forceful chopping", typical Japanese cutlery prefers a slicing motion back forth. Understanding this explains why I have, and I highly recommend, a variety of knives for their own purpose. A few other comments: These knives must be sharpened at a different angle than German cutlery 16 degrees versus the typical German 20-22. This makes using these knives much easier to cut through things, explains why they require less effort, and in turn due to the type of steel used, makes them more brittle and easier to chip. I have not chipped any of mine but it is a common complaint. They will rust easier though most households (even on the coast) would be unlikely to have this issue. One last note: these knives come from the factory razor blade sharp. Until you get very familiar with them, use extreme caution. Especially with these knives, keep them away from children or elderly who are not sure with their hands. I sliced my finger to the bone with one of these where a German knife would not have gone so deep. All in all, this is one of the finest knives in the world and well worth the investment for lifetime of enjoyment. ## Frequently Bought Together - Shun Premier Grey Santoku Knife, 7", Black - Shun Cutlery Premier Grey Nakiri Knife 5.5", Ideal Chopping Knife for Vegetables and All-Purpose Chef Knife, Professional Nakiri Knife, Handcrafted Japanese Kitchen Knife - Shun Cutlery Premier Grey Chef's Knife 8”, Thin, Light Kitchen Knife, Ideal for All-Around Food Preparation, Authentic, Handcrafted Japanese Knife, Professional Chef Knife --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.dk/products/290740978-shun-premier-grey-7-santoku-knife](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/290740978-shun-premier-grey-7-santoku-knife) --- *Product available on Desertcart Denmark* *Store origin: DK* *Last updated: 2026-04-25*