Shun DM0707 Classic 10-Inch Chef's Knife
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: ShunBrand: Shun
Model: DM0707
Color: Silver
Product features:
- 10-inch chef's knife with one-piece stainless-steel bolster, tang, and end-cap
- Precision-forged in Japan by renowned blade manufacturer KAI
- 33 layers of stainless steel for a rust-free Damascus look
- Comfortable D-shaped Pakkawood handle; washing by hand recommended
- Measures approximately 16-4/5 by 3 by 1 inches; limited lifetime warranty
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Shun DM0707 Classic 10-Inch Chef's Knife
Customer Review: Shun Knives are Beautiful, Elegant, and the Sharpest around
Summary: 5 Stars
This is definitely a large blade. I cook every day and I'm happy just using my 8", but then, I'm a little person. Maybe bigger people who cook bigger portions need bigger knives like this one. If that's the case with you, then you can't go wrong with Shun.
Shun knives are beautiful creations period. Since I'm Asian, I love the tradition look and feel of this Japanese knife. I love the beauty of the blade and the dark, polished, Pakkawood handle. The unique "D"-shaped, Wood handles are preferable. The shape fits my hand perfectly, and the wood does not get slippery when wet - providing a very secure hold. The steel is of utmost quality and sharpness. Do not put this blade into any old electric knife sharpener! Electric knife sharpeners are made to put one angle on any blade. These blades come with a 16 degree angle and you don't want to be changing that angle. There are electric knife sharpeners that can sharpen these knives, but you'll have to do some research and find out which ones can be a fit with these knives. I prefer to hone with a sharpening steel and manually sharpen with a stone if necessary (and I don't see it being necessary to touch it to a stone any time soon). The blade is sharp straight off the factory and as Alton Brown says - it's the sharpest straight out of the factory edge as he's ever seen.
These knives are more expensive than most, but I think it's definitely worth it. To have the sharpest, most beautiful knife around - it's no contest. If you are on a budget, build your collection slowly. It's been said that there are only 3 knives that are the absolute basics for any kitchen: A 8" Chef's Knife (or some kind of similar, large-ish chef's knife), a Paring Knife, and a Long Serrated blade for cutting bread and larger items. I would add a thin utility knife and a boning knife to that list next. Then I would add those "in-between" sizes as I get more money flow in. =)
If you plan on spending any time in the kitchen, good kitchen knives are a definite must. Preparation is the bulk of cooking and when you have good knives, it cuts down on the danger of cutting yourself, it adds pleasure to the work, and it cuts down on prep time. Knives are also a very personal choice and it's best to at least go to a store and try it out for yourself first. Shun Knives are designed by the Japanese, so remember - it's designed for small hands. This makes it fit most women's hands perfectly, but I've heard of guys with larger hands not like it so much and going back to the German knives. So definitely try it out. It's a personal thing, it needs to fit you.
Why spend so much money on a knife? Well, if you spend a lot of time in the kitchen, and you almost always have to bust out a knife to prep a meal from scratch - why not use the best? Why spend that time with items that you love and brings you pleasure to use? Many times, it's the small things that brings us the most pleasure in life, and I consider my Shun knives as one of those things. Having something so beautiful and yet so sharp and perfect - it makes my time cooking just that much more enjoyable.
Another good thing to know is that although the Shun Knives are usually offered for right-handers, you can get these knives for left-handers. You just need to find the guys who stock and sell those ones as they are less known, and less common.
Description of Shun DM0707 Classic 10-Inch Chef's Knife
The amazing attention to balance and handle design combined with the lightweight blade makes this 10-in. Chef's knife an ideal choice for the serious gourmet cook. Unlike its German counterparts, it will easily slice through tougher cuts of meat and dense vegetables like squash without hesitation, and still retain its sharpness for countless uses..Chef's Knives
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