Shun Hikari 10cm Paring Knife

Named Hikari after Japanese word for “illumination,” this paring knife from Shun – masterfully crafted and exceptionally lightweight – is distinguished by its red-accented birch PakkaWood handle and “hornet’s nest” pattern. Extraordinarily sharp with a long-lasting edge, the blade has microserrations that reduce friction for clean, effortless slicing.

• Shares the same award-winning construction as the Hikari chef’s knife – named 2016’s Kitchen Knife of the Year.
• Dual-core stainless-steel blades are clad on each side with 71 micro layers of high-carbon, high-chromium stainless steel to create a “hornet’s nest” pattern reminiscent of a Damascus-style blade.
• Exceedingly sharp cutting edges, hand-sharpened to a 16-degree angle, are long-lasting and easy to maintain.
• Polished bolster promotes a comfortable chef’s grip.
• Durable birch PakkaWood handle resists moisture and bacteria and has a beautiful low-gloss finish.
• Embossed endcap adds beauty and balance.
• Handle offers a superb grip for both left- and right-handed users.
• Handcrafted in Japan.

Use

• Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.
• It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.

Care

• Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately.
• Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus extracts.
• Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing once a week, you should not need to sharpen your knife more than once or twice a year.
• Sharpen your knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener designed to sharpen at a 16-degree angle, or have it sharpened by a professional.
• Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.