Shun Narukami Chef's Knife 8" Pakkawood VSC0706

The Shun Narukami 8" Chef’s Knife is a high-performance blade crafted for chefs who demand uncompromising power, precision, and control in the kitchen. Designed to be the ultimate workhorse, this knife handles everything from delicate herbs to dense root vegetables with smooth, confident ease. Whether you're slicing, chopping, or mincing, the Narukami offers the balance and edge retention that serious cooks depend on.

At its core is a hand-forged Blue #2 carbon steel blade, a premium Japanese steel known for its ability to take a razor-sharp edge and hold it through long, demanding prep sessions. It delivers the kind of fine-edge performance you'd expect from a traditional Japanese chef’s knife, with the cutting power needed to make clean, effortless work of any ingredient in your kitchen. To protect the carbon steel core and enhance durability, the blade is clad in stainless steel using a traditional san mai technique—offering the best of both worlds: carbon steel performance with easier maintenance.

The full tang design runs the length of the knife, contributing to exceptional strength, stability, and balance. At 15.5" overall and weighing 8.9 ounces, the Narukami is solid and substantial in hand, yet remarkably nimble. Whether you're rocking through herbs or push-cutting through dense proteins, the geometry of the blade keeps every movement under your control.

The handle is constructed from ebony-colored pakkawood, a resin-infused hardwood chosen for its water resistance, durability, and traditional appearance. Its gently rounded contours provide a comfortable, secure grip for a wide range of hand sizes and cutting techniques. With its rich tone and smooth finish, the pakkawood handle adds both elegance and toughness to this professional-grade tool.

Made in Japan with generations of knife-making expertise behind it, the Shun Narukami 8" Chef’s Knife is built for long-lasting performance and precision at the highest level. It’s a trusted companion for chefs who take their craft seriously and want a blade that can keep up. Order it today from SMKW!