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product_id: 280382091
title: "Premier Santoku Knife 5.5 Inch TDM0742"
brand: "shun"
price: "€ 585.06"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 1
category: "Shun"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/280382091-premier-santoku-knife-5-5-inch-tdm0742
store_origin: CY
region: Cyprus
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# Tsuchime hammered finish reduces drag 5.5-inch ultra-sharp blade Layered Damascus steel strength Premier Santoku Knife 5.5 Inch TDM0742

**Brand:** shun
**Price:** € 585.06
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Slice Like a Pro, Impress Like a Boss

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Premier Santoku Knife 5.5 Inch TDM0742 by shun
- **How much does it cost?** € 585.06 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.cy](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/280382091-premier-santoku-knife-5-5-inch-tdm0742)

## Best For

- shun enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shun brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ergonomic Walnut Handle:** Premium pakkawood handle contours perfectly to your palm, delivering secure, comfortable grips for extended kitchen sessions.
- • **Precision Slicing Mastery:** Ultra-thin 5.5-inch blade glides effortlessly through vegetables and fruits for flawless, paper-thin cuts.
- • **Timeless Kitchen Elegance:** Sleek walnut finish and embossed Shun logo make this knife a statement piece that elevates your culinary space.
- • **Artisan Damascus Durability:** Layered Damascus steel blade offers unmatched strength and long-lasting sharpness that stands the test of time.
- • **Drag-Reducing Tsuchime Finish:** Hand-hammered 'tsuchime' texture minimizes food sticking, speeding up prep and keeping your workflow smooth.

## Overview

The Shun Premier Santoku Knife features a razor-sharp 5.5-inch Damascus steel blade with a unique hand-hammered tsuchime finish that reduces drag and prevents food from sticking. Its premium walnut pakkawood handle is ergonomically designed for comfort and control, making it ideal for precise vegetable and fruit slicing. Combining Japanese craftsmanship with modern durability, this knife is a stylish, high-performance essential for any serious home chef.

## Description

Thin and ultra-sharp, the Premier Nakiri knife is perfect for slicing vegetables and fruits paper-thin. This dynamic knife features a 5. 5 inch blade that glides through crisp vegetables or delicate fruits like tomatoes like butter. Elegant and beautiful, the Shun Premier line of knives are unlike any knives you've owned. Featuring layered Damascus steel for strength, the hand-hammered finish (known as 'tsuchime' in Japanese) lends not only to the beauty, but creates the hollow-ground feature that reduces knife-drag and prevents food from sticking to the blade. The gorgeous Pakkawood handles in walnut finish are both sleek and stylish, and are shaped to fit the palm of your hand in a variety of secure and comfortable grips. The Shun logo is embossed on the end cap, making these knives beautiful in and out of the knife block. Incredibly thin, sharp blades, stylish finishing details and created in the Japanese styling that Shun is famous for, you know your Premier line of knives will work just as hard as you do in your kitchen, and be around for generations to come. Hand washing recommended; limited lifetime .

Review: Great knife - It was super sharp out of the box. My only complaint is the handle is ridiculously small but desertcart sort it out for me nicely.

## Features

- Premier 5. 5-inch nakiri knife by shun
- Featuring a thin blade perfect for cutting vegetables
- Features layered damascus steel with a striking, hand-hammered finish (known as 'tsuchime' in japanese)
- Hand-hammered finish reduces drag when cutting, keeping foods from sticking to the knife blade
- Premium pakkawood handle nestles comfortably into the curves of the palm and allows for a variety of comfortable and secure grips

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004M42HJW |
| Best Sellers Rank | #221,363 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #105 in Santoku Knives |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Blade Material Type | Damascus Clad Steel |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Blade length | 5.5 Inches |
| Blade material | Damascus Clad Steel |
| BladeLength | 5.5 Inches |
| Brand | Shun |
| Brand Name | Shun |
| Color | stainless-steel,walnut |
| Colour | stainless-steel,walnut |
| Construction Type | Forged with wooden handle |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,375 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04901601359237 |
| Handle Material | Walnut |
| Handle material | Walnut |
| Included Components | Nakiri Knife |
| Is the item dishwasher safe? | Yes |
| Item Length | 14 Centimeters |
| Item Type Name | Shun Premier Nakiri Knife, 5.5 Inch Tsuchime Finished Blade, Wood Handle, TDM0742 |
| Item Weight | 174 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Kai |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Blade material:** Damascus Clad Steel
- **Brand:** Shun
- **Colour:** stainless-steel,walnut
- **Handle material:** Walnut
- **Blade edge:** Plain

## Images

![Premier Santoku Knife 5.5 Inch TDM0742 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41n2OwlXf2L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What makes Shun worth the upgrade?**
A: Shun knives are handcrafted in Japan with premium steel such as VG-MAX. Extra sharp out of the box, they stay sharp longer and deliver unmatched precision. Shun knives are more than a tool, they’re a lifelong cooking experience.

**Q: How should I care for my Shun knife?**
A: Always hand wash with mild soap and dry immediately. Never put your Shun knife in the dishwasher. Use a soft wood cutting board like Hinoki to protect your knife edge when cutting. Do not use Shun for chopping through bone or frozen ingredients.

**Q: What is the proper cutting technique for a Shun?**
A: Use a locomotive motion when cutting - move the blade forward or back instead of pressing straight down. This lets the blade do the work, reduces fatigue, and helps keep your Shun in top condition.

**Q: How often should I sharpen my knife?**
A: Notice your Shun losing its edge? Hone weekly to re-align the blade. If honing no longer works, send it in for free sharpening or follow our online tutorials to hone and sharpen at home.

**Q: What’s the correct way to pronounce Shun?**
A: Say 'Shoon' (rhymes with moon). Shun is the Japanese concept of enjoying food at its peak. We honor this tradition by crafting fine cutlery that’s always at the peak of its perfection.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great knife
*by R***O on 30 January 2020*

It was super sharp out of the box. My only complaint is the handle is ridiculously small but amazon sort it out for me nicely.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Store origin: CY*
*Last updated: 2026-04-23*