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Brand: Kershaw KAI U.S.A

Located in: Cutlery, Knives

The unique 10° angle on our new line of Shun knives is the result of the collaboration between Kershaw's own blade smiths and star of the Food Network's Good Eats show, celebrity Alton Brown.

Alton loved the sheep's foot blade shape on the Shun Vegetable Knife, but had trouble using it because his knuckles kept hitting the cutting board. So he asked Kershaw for a modification-a small angle that would let him both firmly grasp the knife and fully contact the cutting board.

In fact, it worked so well that now there are a half-dozen Alton's Angles blades. Not only does the design keep knuckles off the cutting board, but the natural curve created between the blade and the user's arm makes controlling the blade even easier and more precise.

VG-10 stainless steel is clad with 16 layers of SUS410 high-carbon stainless steel on each side, producing a 33-layer rust-free Damascus look with a Rockwell rating of 61
VG-10 "super steel" is composed of Carbon, Chromium, Cobalt, Manganese, Molybdenum, Silicon, and Vanadium
Shun Classic feature Ebony-black Pakkawood handles
Stainless-steel bolsters and end caps
Dishwasher safe
NSF approved
Alton's Angle Santoku Knife 5 1/2"

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

5 stars

(based on 4 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Comfortable grip(3)

Cut like a pro with Shun knives!

By Andrea

from Chicago IL on 10/5/2007

Pros:

Block Included, Comfortable Grip, Durable, Sharp Blade, Stylish, Variety Of Knives

Best Uses:

Kitchen, Professional

Describe Yourself:

Casual Cook

Bottom Line:

Comments about Kershaw KAI U.S.A Shun Classic Series Alton's Angle Santoku Knife 5 1/2":

My husband and I bought these to replace our Wusthof collection (which was perfectly fine, btw). I had used these knives at a friend's house and instantly noticed that they were more balanced than my Wusthof -- and this is not to mention that they are super stylish! Sharpness is about the same, but if you're looking for precision handling, these are for you.

best knife I own now

By Hodgeman

from Los Angeles and Honduras on 10/5/2007

Pros:

Comfortable Grip, Dishwasher Safe, Easy To Clean, Quality Construction, Stays Sharp

Best Uses:

Meat, Veggies

Describe Yourself:

Avid Cook

Bottom Line:

Comments about Kershaw KAI U.S.A Shun Classic Series Alton's Angle Santoku Knife 5 1/2":

ok, get this knife if you like cook and you will no longer hit your knuckles on the cutting board again. Good size and shape for my hand. Want to get a few more for my friends!

Best Knife Ever

By Peanut

from Sheboygan WI on 8/30/2007

Pros:

Comfortable Grip, Easy To Clean, Handle design, Quality Construction, Stays Sharp

Best Uses:

Veggies

Describe Yourself:

Avid Cook

Bottom Line:

Comments about Kershaw KAI U.S.A Shun Classic Series Alton's Angle Santoku Knife 5 1/2":

Several chefs I work with already had this knife, and they loved it. Great handle design.

Fantastic knife

By Susan from Austin, Tx on 2/19/2007

Pros:

High Quality, Perfectly balanced

Bottom Line:

Comments about Kershaw KAI U.S.A Shun Classic Series Alton's Angle Santoku Knife 5 1/2":

This knife does all the work for you. It feels great in the hand, and is incredibly sharp.

Customer Reviews about the Shun Classic Series Alton's Angle Santoku Knife 5 1/2" at Chefs Corner