The Shun Knives Our Editors Love Are Up to 40% Off at Amazon

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Don’t miss these great deals on kitchen knives.

Knives are a treasured part of any chef’s tool kit. Chances are, you have a favorite knife you reach for time and again. Think about what makes that knife your favorite—it probably holds its edge, is comfortable to hold, and lets you do a multitude of tasks, from fine chopping to more delicate slicing.

If you’re looking for a new favorite, these highly-rated knives and accessories by Shun are currently on sale for up to 40% off. These Japanese-style knives are known for their superior quality and beauty, and now is the perfect time to find your new favorite kitchen knife, including one that our editors swear by. Keep scrolling to see the latest Shun deals starting at less than $25.

Best Shun Knife Deals At Amazon

• Classic 6-Inch Chef’s Knife, $133.66 (was $188)

• 6-Inch Chef’s Knife, $71.95 (was $108.45)

• 3.5-Inch Paring Knife, $51.95 (was $64.95)

• 9-Inch Bread Knife, $79.95 (was $125)

• Honing Steel, $31.95 (was $50)

• 5-Piece Knife Set, $349.95 (was $486)

• Small Hinoki Cutting Board, $22.95 (was $38)

Shun Classic 6-Inch Chef’s Knife

To buy: $133.66 (was $188), amazon.com

Our editors love Shun knives, and the 6-inch version of our editors’ overall favorite is on sale for 29% off. It’s a classic for a reason: This knife is designed to be an all-purpose blade. It’s lightweight, with a curve that makes chopping more delicate items like herbs easy. The handle is made with ebony-finished wood veneer that repels bacteria, and the blade itself is made with 68 layers of Damascus steel, giving it a strong, rust-proof edge that our editors found cut butternut squash and chicken thighs with ease. And right now, it can be yours for over $50 off.

Shun Sora 6-Inch Chef’s Knife

To buy: $71.95 (was $108.45), amazon.com

You’ll need a sharp, easily maneuverable blade for dicing fruits and vegetables. This 6-inch model from Shun is delicately curved with a razor-sharp edge that will make quick work of a bell pepper or acorn squash. The handle is made of a tough, smooth polymer blend, and the angled design gives it a modern flair. If you were eyeing that creamy squash casserole recipe but dreading tackling tough squash skin with your dull knives, grab this  beauty while it’s 34% off.

Shun Sora 3.5” Paring Knife

To buy: $51.95 (was $64.95), amazon.com

For tasks that require more precision, like peeling and coring, you’ll want to employ a paring knife. This model from Shun is currently 20% off, with an edge that can hull strawberries or even create garnishes for your Old Fashioned if you’re feeling fancy. This paring knife has a full-tang handle design (this means the blade's metal runs all the way through the handle), which adds stability and durability to this petite knife. The handle is also made of a polymer blend, adding to its strength while making it easy to wipe clean.

Shun Sora 9-Inch Bread Knife

To buy: $79.95 (was $125), amazon.com

Most chefs recommend that everyone have a chef’s knife, a paring knife and a bread knife in their collection. The serrated edge allows you to slice without squashing or tearing, so you can slice bread or tomatoes without mangling them. The Shun bread knife is made from sharp stainless steel with a full-tang textured handle for a comfortable, secure grip.

Shun Sora Honing Steel

To buy: $31.95 (was $50), amazon.com

Maintaining the edge of your knives is crucial for both their performance and your safety (a dull knife is an unsafe one). Throughout their use, your knives will naturally experience small knicks and bends, which can affect their performance. This honing steel features a smooth side for weekly use and a ribbed side for monthly knife maintenance jobs. Worried about whether or not you have the correct angle? It also has a built-in angle guide to maintain your knives’ edges properly.

Shun 5-Piece Knife Set

To buy: $349.95 (was $486), amazon.com

Of course, if you want to grab your collection all from the same place, this set from Shun comes with a great set of essentials and a honing steel to keep them in peak condition. This set comes with a paring knife, a Santoku knife (similar to a chef’s knife, but the blade curves downward instead of coming to a point), a utility knife, and an attractive bamboo knife block to display them all in. The knives and honing steel feature handles made of tagayasan, a dark-grained wood known as “iron sword wood” for its durability. At nearly 30% off, this set is a great way to refresh your collection or to give to a lucky recipient.

Shun Small Hinoki Cutting Board

To buy: $22.95 (was $38), amazon.com

To preserve your knives’ edges better, a cutting board with a little “give” can go a long way. This cutting board is made from hinoki, a Japanese cypress that absorbs some of the impact your knives take when slicing and chopping, helping keep their edges sharper for longer. At a compact 10.75 by 8.25 inches, this board is easy to store while still giving you enough space for most of your kitchen tasks, and it’s a steal at 40% off.

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