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The Shun Classic Blonde 8.5" Santoku Knife is a larger-format Japanese santoku designed for cooks who want added blade length with the balanced feel of a traditional multipurpose prep knife. Its 8.5" blade is ideal for chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing vegetables, herbs, fruits, and boneless proteins with smooth, controlled cutting performance.
Part of Shun’s elegant Classic Blonde collection, this santoku knife features a VG-MAX cutting core, layered Damascus-style cladding, and a blonde PakkaWood handle for a lighter, refined look. Made in Japan, it combines precision, balance, and Shun’s signature craftsmanship in a versatile larger santoku for everyday cooking and efficient kitchen prep.
Key Features
- 8.5" santoku knife designed for chopping, slicing, dicing, mincing, and larger everyday prep tasks
- Longer santoku profile offers added reach while maintaining excellent balance and control
- VG-MAX cutting core delivers sharpness, edge retention, and dependable daily performance
- Blonde PakkaWood handle adds a lighter, refined look with comfortable Shun Classic control
| Shun Classic Blonde 8.5" Santoku Knife Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Shun |
| Collection | Classic Blonde |
| Product Type | Santoku Knife |
| Blade Length | 8.5" / 216 mm |
| Blade Steel | VG-MAX cutting core |
| Blade Construction | Layered Damascus stainless steel cladding over VG-MAX core |
| Blade Finish | Damascus-style cladding |
| Blade Profile | Larger santoku profile for versatile chopping, slicing, and mincing |
| Edge Angle | 16° each side |
| Handle Material | Blonde PakkaWood |
| Handle Style | D-shaped handle |
| Best For | Vegetables, herbs, fruits, boneless proteins, chopping, slicing, dicing, mincing, and larger everyday kitchen prep |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
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