Is Kai the same as Shun?

Shun Cutlery is a kitchen knife brand of the KAI Group, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. In the United States, Shun is sold by Kai USA in Tualatin, Oregon—alongside the Kershaw Knives and Zero Tolerance Knives brands.

Is shun Damascus?

Handcrafted by skilled artisans in Japan, Shun (pronounced “Shoon”) cutlery series are visually stunning with many of them featuring a clad Damascus steel construction. Shun knives are some of the finest blades we offer here at Cutlery and More.

Are Shun knives handmade?

The Shun Premier Collection of knives, still hand crafted by skilled artisans, have the look of the hand-forged knives of ancient Japan. Each blade has a VG-MAX core, clad on both sides with 34 layers of Damascus stainless steel, giving each knife a unique finish.

Where is Kai made?

KAI’s factories out side of Japan produce products with the processing machines designed and manufactured in Japan. KAI remains loyal to this idea in order to provide the same production quality as in Japan. In addition, we also have program for overseas staffs to be trained in Japan.

Are Shun worth it?

Bottom line — if you’re looking for premium Japanese-style kitchen knives, Shun should be at the top of your list. They’re expensive but absolutely worth the price because you get gorgeous handcrafted knives that perform as well as they look.

Is Shun made in China?

Are Shun knives made in China? Shun knives are made in Tokyo, Japan, the headquarters of Shun’s parent company KAI Group. Their blades are hand-made by expert bladesmiths.

Is Shun owned by Kershaw?

KAI is the major manufacturer and distributor of disposable razors, surgical tools, personal care products and housewares in Japan. The KAI USA, Ltd. division, led by Mr. Jack Igarashi, is responsible for the Kershaw Knives, Zero Tolerance Knives, and Shun Cutlery brands.

Is Shun sharper than Wusthof?

Wusthof makes German, or western, style knives that are cut theirs at a lower, 14-degree angle, making them even sharper then Shun’s. Shun blades are thinner, lighter, and made of harder steel than Wusthof blades. Due to the harder composition of their steel, Shun edges are more likely to chip than Wusthof’s edges.

Where is Kai brand from?

Japan
kai products have long had cult status in Japan with an unmistakable degree of recognition. Founded in Seki in 1908, the company has for 100 years developed and sold cutlery and related products of excellent sharpness and function.

How do you sharpen a Shun?

Grind your shun knife along the whetstone (whether that be a very fine whetstone or a grit whetstone) and apply light pressure. Grind the knife away from your body. Continue to draw the knife along the whetstone until you can feel a fine burr. Flip the knife over and begin sharpening the opposite side.

What knives does Thomas Keller use?

Slicing/carving knife In his Masterclass, Keller is using his own specially-branded set of MAC knives. The slicer is $230 or can be purchased as a part of a 6-piece set for $900.