Shun Narukami 6" Utility Knife

Perfect for trimming green beans, broccoli, and other jobs where you need some precision. A good utility knife is the third member of your must-have kitchen knife line up. In size, it's between a chef's knife and a paring knife, making it the perfect size for all those in-between tasks.

Shun's Narukami knives feature the ultimate performance of a Hitachi Blue II carbon steel cutting core complemented with a layer of bead-blasted stainless-steel on each side. Known as san mai, this traditional bead blasting technique makes Narukami carbon steel knives easier to maintain & enables food to release more easily from the blade. Like all carbon steels, Blue II requires additional care to prevent rust and corrosion from forming on the carbon steel core. Cleaning and drying immediately is key. Over time, the edge will darken, developing a patina which, when formed, will also help protect the edge. Narukami, which means “thunderbolt” in Japanese, has a striking look. It is designed for professionals and for those who appreciate the unique qualities of fine carbon steel cutlery.

The nimbleness of a utility knife and the top performance of carbon steel come together in the Shun Narukami 6-in. Utility Knife. Its narrower, straighter blade is perfect for smaller tasks where precision is required, from trimming vegetables to slicing sausages. Narukami, which means “thunderbolt” in Japanese, is designed for professionals and for those who appreciate the unique qualities of fine carbon steel cutlery.